DIC PET/CT Technologist-Pipeline

Northwell Health; Village of Lake Success (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in Lake Success, NY, is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to operate PET/CT and SPECT/CT equipment for diagnostic imaging. The ideal candidate will have experience in Nuclear Medicine, communicate effectively, and hold relevant certifications.

This full-time position operates Monday-Friday, with shifts from 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM. The role encompasses preparing patients, administering radiopharmaceuticals, and ensuring quality control in a compliant manner.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program, required.
• Current New York State Department of Health licensure as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, required.
• R.T. (N) registration with ARRT OR CNMT registration with NMTCB, required.
• Current R.T.(CT) registration with ARRT OR NMTCB (CT) certification, required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS or BCLS) certification, required.
• Prior experience in Nuclear Medicine, required.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for exams, ensuring consent and setting up equipment.
• Perform various exams using Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT and SPECT/CT equipment.
• Prepare images/films for clinical review and assignment.
• Conduct quality control measures according to established policies.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Prior experience in Nuclear Medicine

Education

Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program

Current New York State Department of Health licensure as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist

R.T. (N) registration with ARRT or CNMT registration with NMTCB

Current R.T.(CT) registration with ARRT or NMTCB (CT) certification

Basic Life Support (BLS or BCLS) certification

Job description

• Locations 450 Lakeville Rd, Lake Success, NY, 11042, US
• Job Schedule Full time
• Internal Posting Start Date 03/13/2026
• Internal Posting End Date 03/20/2026
• Minimum Salary/Range* 54.4740
• Maximum Salary/Range* 65.7230
• Shift Days
• Shift Begin Time 8:00 AM
• Shift End Time 5:00 PM
• Schedule Full Time

Job Description

Utilizes technology that merges radiopharmaceutical imaging technology with other forms for medical imaging technology for diagnostic purposes. Operates Nuclear Medicine, Positron Emission Tomography (PET/CT) and Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT/CT) equipment.

Job Responsibility

• * Prepares patient for exam.
  • Explains procedure to patient in easy-to-understand terms based on professional knowledge.
  • Screens for pregnancy and ensures consent form for administration of IV contrast materials has been obtained.
  • Sets up equipment appropriately to administer prescribed procedure in a timely fashion.
  • Positions patient for scanning according to departmental standard operating procedures.
• * Performs various exams using Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT and SPECT/CT equipment.
  • Prepares radiopharmaceuticals according to activity and quantity required for prescribed exam.
  • Dispenses prescribed radiopharmaceuticals to patient for oral ingestion or administers through venipuncture and intravenous injection. Utilizes appropriate flush technique for existing IV lines, as required.
  • Disposes of radioactive waste and surveys exam area for radiation according to established protocols.
• * Prepares images/films for clinical review and assignment to record.
  • Labels films/images with accurate patient demographics and required exam specific information.
  • Assesses films/images for quality and accuracy of information.
  • Completes necessary paperwork and prepares films/images for Radiologist interpretation.
• * Performs various quality control measures according to established policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Performs quality control procedures on prepared radiopharmaceutical kit/dose prior to patient administration.
  • Performs regular quality control activities on dosing equipment.
  • Maintains and monitors radioactive waste according to NYS regulations.
  • Performs blood cell labeling according to protocols.
• Performs related duties as required.

Job Qualification

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program, required.
• Current New York State Department of Health licensure as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, required.
• R.T. (N) registration with American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) OR CNMT registration with Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), required.
• Current R.T.(CT) registration with American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT), OR NMTCB (CT) certification with Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS or BCLS) certification, required.
• Prior experience in Nuclear Medicine, required.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

ADA Essential Functions

Shift Details: Monday-Friday, 11:30a-8p/ Holidays as needed.

Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

It is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Northwell Health reserves the right to amend all terms of employment.