Nuclear Medicine Imaging Technologist — PET/CT & QC

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform radionuclide imaging, calibrate radiopharmaceuticals, and ensure safe patient handling in a clinical environment. You will operate PET/CT equipment, conduct quality control, and document imaging studies for physician interpretation.

Responsibilities include patient positioning, explaining procedures, maintaining safety standards, and collaborating with physicians and team members to support optimal patient care.

Qualifications

• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist from NMTCB or ARRT certification required.
• Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Calibrates and assays isotope doses; prepares radioisotopes and radiopharmaceuticals.
• Explains procedures and administers radiopharmaceuticals to patients; positions patients for procedures; provides protection to patients and personnel in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Calibrates equipment and performs camera and computer quality control; operates selected equipment to perform radionuclide imaging including scanning, organ blood flow studies, organ function studies and PET and CT studies; processes images.
• Maintains a positive interpersonal relationship with patients, physicians, and employees.
• Performs scheduling of patients as requested by Team Leader.

Education

NMTCB certification

ARRT certification

Job description

Geisinger is seeking a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform radionuclide imaging, calibrate radiopharmaceuticals, and ensure safe patient handling in a clinical environment. You will operate PET/CT equipment, conduct quality control, and document imaging studies for physician interpretation.

Responsibilities include patient positioning, explaining procedures, maintaining safety standards, and collaborating with physicians and team members to support optimal patient care.