Nuclear Med/PET Technologist - Various Shifts

UT MD Anderson; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 89,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Referral bonus available

Job summary

MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX, seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to provide advanced nuclear medicine exams across diverse settings, ensuring precision, patient safety, and high-quality imaging.

You will work with a multidisciplinary DI team, perform QA tasks, stay compliant with ALARA and HIPAA, and travel to off-site locations as needed. Requires accredited program graduate and ARRT/NMTCB certification; competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
• Strong understanding of nuclear medicine procedures and safety.
• BLS certification required and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality nuclear medicine exams across settings: routine, inpatient, emergent, and on-call.
• Ensure patient safety, proper positioning, and documentation in RIS and billing systems.
• Operate equipment independently, conduct QA tasks, and report issues promptly.
• Follow ALARA and HIPAA standards; maintain clean imaging rooms and proper waste disposal.
• Collaborate with DI team to optimize patient flow and on-time starts.
• Travel to off-site imaging locations as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Radiology safety

ALARA principles

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program

Job description

At MD Anderson Cancer Center, we're united by one mission: to end cancer for patients everywhere. As a global leader in cancer care, research, and education, we seek team members who share our commitment to delivering outstanding patient experiences and advancing the future of medicine.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our world-class Diagnostic Imaging team. In this vital role, you will support lifesaving care by performing high-quality nuclear medicine procedures with compassion, precision, and a steadfast focus on patient safety.

Shift - Hours

Various shifts available. More will be learned in the interview process

Summary

In alignment with MD Anderson's mission, the Nuclear Medicine Technologist provides advanced technical expertise in all areas of nuclear medicine-including diagnostic imaging, functional testing, radioassay testing, and therapeutic procedures. This role ensures the highest standards of clinical quality, patient care, and safety within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Functions

Patient Care

• Deliver exceptional, patient-centered care within professional scope of practice, including POCT, IV insertion, patient assessments, preparation/administration of radiopharmaceuticals, patient education, and safe patient transport.
• Protect patients, families, visitors, and team members by maintaining a safe clinical environment and adhering to all MD Anderson safety protocols.
• Safely evaluate patients-including those with implanted devices-to ensure clearance for imaging procedures.
• Respond promptly to patient distress and assist with emergency response teams (DIURT, MERIT, Code Blue).
• Follow infection prevention and ALARA safety standards with diligence and accuracy.
• Recognize and elevate critical findings to interpreting radiologists.
• Maintain clean, organized imaging rooms and work areas; ensure proper management and disposal of radioactive materials.
• Uphold MD Anderson's commitment to patient privacy and data integrity by following all HIPAA standards.
• Travel to off-site imaging locations as needed (Bellaire, West Houston, CABI, etc.).

Critical Thinking & Collaboration

• Use sound clinical judgment to ensure each patient's needs are met with compassion and accuracy.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary care team to support efficient patient flow and on-time starts-key drivers of MD Anderson's patient experience.
• Support operational effectiveness by preparing rooms, escorting patients, and reducing exam and turnaround delays.
• Communicate clearly using approved tools and frameworks, including SBAR.
• Participate in quality improvement activities that elevate patient care, satisfaction, and workflow efficiency.
• Mentor and support colleagues, students, volunteers, and trainees-fostering a learning environment aligned with MD Anderson's culture of excellence.
• Maintain compliance with Joint Commission standards, state/federal regulations, and institutional policies.
• Complete required continuing education and training, including equipment orientation, safety preparedness, and institutional learning modules.

Technical Expertise

• Perform high-quality nuclear medicine exams across all settings: routine, advanced, inpatient, emergent, and on-call.
• Demonstrate strong proficiency in cross-sectional anatomy, molecular imaging principles, and image quality optimization.
• Ensure proper patient positioning, imaging parameters, annotation, and documentation.
• Operate nuclear medicine and hot lab equipment independently, including performing QA tasks and reporting equipment issues promptly.
• Perform CT examinations as assigned.
• Maintain accurate data entry in all clinical systems (RIS, modality software, billing/coding, patient demographics).
• Support equipment maintenance, including crash cart checks, temperature logs, and departmental safety processes.

Why MD Anderson?

At MD Anderson, you will work alongside the top minds in oncology, contribute directly to life-changing patient care, and grow in an environment that invests in your success. Here, your work will have purpose-and your impact will reach far beyond the walls of our institution.

Join us-and be a part of leading the world in Making Cancer History®.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited program in Nuclear Medicine Technology

Work Experience

• None

Licenses and Certifications

Required (upon hire):

• RT(N) - Nuclear Medicine: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) OR
• CNMT - Cert Nuclear Medicine Tech: Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB) AND
• CMRT - Cert Medical Radiologic Tech: Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist (CMRT) by Texas Medical Board (TMB) AND
• BLS - Basic Life Support

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 180164
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 89,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 111,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 133,000
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes