Nuclear Medicine PET-CT Technologist, PRN

Community-Pharmac; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 66,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Hospital is seeking a Nuc Med PET/CT Technician to perform PET/CT and nuclear medicine examinations on site at Grand Junction, CO. The role requires certification through NMTCB/ARRT with CT credentials preferred.

The position is part-time in Radiology, with responsibilities including patient screening, radiation safety, and image acquisition. Relocation to Grand Junction is required, and the facility emphasizes patient safety and protocol compliance.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
• Requires NMTCB and/or ARRT NM certification; CT certification preferred.
• ARRT CT certification in addition to Nuclear Medicine is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs PET/CT and Nuclear Medicine exams per physician orders and protocols.
• Screens patients for contraindications, allergies, pregnancy status, blood glucose, and other safety factors.
• Prepare patients, including fasting, and perform venipuncture and radiopharmaceutical administration when authorized.
• Selects imaging protocols based on order and patient considerations; acquires diagnostic-quality images with ALARA principles.
• Reviews image quality and may obtain additional images as needed; performs contrast-enhanced PET/CT and manages adverse reactions.
• Monitors patients during exams and responds to changes in condition.

Skills

PET/CT imaging

Nuclear Medicine

ALARA safety

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Locations

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Community Hospital
2351 G Road
Grand Junction, CO 81501, USA

• Radiology
• Part-Time

Description

Position Highlights:

• Position: Nuc Med PET/CT Tech
• Location: Community Hospital

Responsibilities:

• Performs PET/CT and Nuclear Medicine examinations in accordance with physician orders, established protocols, and department procedures.
• Screens patients for contraindications, allergies, pregnancy status when applicable, blood glucose levels, and other factors that may affect the safety or quality of the examination.
• Prepares patients for PET/CT and Nuclear Medicine examinations, including appropriate fasting,
• Performs venipuncture and administers radiopharmaceuticals and contrast media, when authorized and within scope of practice.
• Selects and applies appropriate imaging protocols based on the examination ordered and patient-specific clinical considerations.
• Acquires diagnostic-quality PET and CT images while minimizing radiation exposure consistent with ALARA principles.
• Reviews images for technical quality, positioning, artifacts, and completeness and obtains additional images when appropriate.
• Performs contrast-enhanced PET/CT examinations and follows established procedures for contrast administration and management of adverse reactions.
• Monitors patients throughout examinations and recognizes and responds appropriately to changes in patient condition or adverse reactions.
• Assists with department workflow and may perform other imaging or nuclear medicine procedures within the individual's education, training, credentials, and scope of practice.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited program in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• Current certification through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) and/or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Nuclear Medicine, as applicable to the position.
• Current certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Computed Tomography (CT) in addition to Nuclear Medicine is preferred.
• Current certification/registration in CT through ARRT or equivalent.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Previous experience in Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT preferred.

Compensation:

• The anticipated compensation range for this position is $48.00–$55.20 per hour, commensurate with qualifications, education, experience, and other applicable factors.
• This position is non- exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• Additional compensation may be available in the form of discretionary incentive or other compensation programs. Any such additional compensation is not guaranteed and is determined at the sole discretion of the organization based on applicable program terms, individual and/or organizational performance, and other eligibility requirements.

Additional Information:

• Relocation: Must relocate to Grand Junction, CO 81505 before starting work.
• Work Location: In-person/onsite

Application Deadline

• Applications will be accepted through October 31, 2026. The anticipated application deadline is October 31, 2026, based on the Community’s good‑faith expectation of the anticipated recruitment timeline. Community may extend the application deadline if needed and will update the posting accordingly.

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Community Hospital recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, Community Hospital is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual’s race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. Community Hospital does not discriminate against any “qualified applicant with a disability” as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.

Education

Required

High School or better.

Preferred

Associates or better in Other.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

NUC MED

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