Nuclear Med Tech/PET

Care Career; Townsend (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Care Career is seeking a skilled Nuclear Medicine / PET Technologist for a hospital-based imaging team in Brunswick, GA. The role emphasizes performing nuclear medicine and PET imaging with strict radiation safety, accuracy, and patient care, in a four-day workweek schedule with a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

You will collaborate with radiologists and physicians to deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging while maintaining regulatory compliance and documentation.

Qualifications

• Nuclear Medicine Technology certification through ARRT(N) or NMTCB (CNMT), or eligibility as accepted by the facility.
• Knowledge of nuclear medicine imaging procedures and radiopharmaceutical administration.
• Understanding of radiation safety standards and imaging protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine and PET imaging procedures according to established protocols.
• Prepare, calculate, and administer radiopharmaceuticals while following regulatory and safety guidelines.
• Operate PET and nuclear medicine imaging equipment to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
• Verify patient information, explain procedures, and ensure proper patient positioning.
• Monitor patients throughout imaging procedures to ensure comfort and safety.
• Follow radiation protection protocols and maintain compliance with applicable regulations.
• Process and review images for technical accuracy before radiologist interpretation.
• Perform equipment quality control checks and assist with routine maintenance.
• Maintain accurate patient records, procedure documentation, and radiopharmaceutical logs.
• Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, and clinical staff to ensure efficient patient care.

Skills

Nuclear medicine imaging

Radiopharmaceutical administration

Radiation safety protocols

Patient care

Communication skills

Independent and team collaboration

Education

ARRT(N) or NMTCB CNMT certification

Tools

PET imaging equipment

Job description

Nuclear Medicine / PET Technologist - Brunswick, GA
Job Information
Job Title: Nuclear Medicine / PET Technologist
Location: Brunswick, GA
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Department: Diagnostic Imaging / Nuclear Medicine
Work Setting: Hospital-Based
Schedule: Monday-Thursday | 7:30 AM-5:00 PM
Pay Range: $36.00-$54.05 per hour, based on experience
Sign-On Bonus: $10,000

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Nuclear Medicine / PET Technologist to join a hospital-based imaging team in Brunswick, Georgia. This position focuses on performing nuclear medicine and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging procedures while ensuring exceptional patient care, diagnostic accuracy, and radiation safety.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in nuclear medicine imaging, with experience or familiarity in PET imaging procedures. This individual will work closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging services.
This opportunity offers a four-day workweek, Monday through Thursday, competitive compensation, and a $10,000 sign-on bonus, making it an excellent option for imaging professionals seeking a consistent schedule and a collaborative clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine and PET imaging procedures according to established protocols.
• Prepare, calculate, and administer radiopharmaceuticals while following regulatory and safety guidelines.
• Operate PET and nuclear medicine imaging equipment to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
• Verify patient information, explain procedures, and ensure proper patient positioning.
• Monitor patients throughout imaging procedures to ensure comfort and safety.
• Follow radiation protection protocols and maintain compliance with applicable regulations.
• Process and review images for technical accuracy before radiologist interpretation.
• Perform equipment quality control checks and assist with routine maintenance.
• Maintain accurate patient records, procedure documentation, and radiopharmaceutical logs.
• Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, and clinical staff to ensure efficient patient care.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Nuclear Medicine Technology certification through ARRT(N) or NMTCB (CNMT), or eligibility as accepted by the facility.
• Knowledge of nuclear medicine imaging procedures and radiopharmaceutical administration.
• Understanding of radiation safety standards and imaging protocols.
• Strong patient care, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hospital setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience performing PET or PET/CT imaging procedures.
• Hospital-based nuclear medicine experience.
• Familiarity with PET imaging protocols, radiopharmaceutical handling, and equipment quality control.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $36.00-$54.05 per hour, depending on experience.
• Sign-On Bonus: $10,000.
• Four-Day Workweek: Monday-Thursday, 7:30 AM-5:00 PM.
• Specialized Imaging Experience: Opportunity to perform nuclear medicine and PET procedures.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside an experienced hospital imaging team.