Nuclear Medicine PET CT Technologist, with bonus

Navista; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k plan

HSA

Job summary

Cardinal Health’s PET Imaging of Sugar Land is seeking a PET Technologist to perform imaging, inject radiopharmaceuticals, and process images for PACS. The role requires nuclear medicine training with CT experience and CNMT/NMTCB/ARRT credentials.

Candidates should have 4–8 years of Nuclear Medicine experience and a current BLS certification. The ideal candidate is familiar with GE PET/CT systems, works with physicians and clinicians, and participates in QC/QA activities.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of nuclear medicine experience preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine.
• CNMT or NMTCB or ARRT in nuclear medicine.
• Current BLS certification.
• PET imaging experience preferred.
• CT imaging experience preferred.
• GE PET/CT camera experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and families; escort patients throughout the facility.
• Inject radiopharmaceuticals and scan patients with diagnostic imaging equipment.
• Process images and push to PACS; verify orders in advance.
• Ensure scanning equipment is in good working order; perform QC and maintenance.

Skills

PET imaging

Nuclear medicine

BLS certified

CT imaging

Education

Nuclear Medicine program

Tools

GE PET/CT

Job description

This position is located at:

PET Imaging of Sugar Land

17320 W Grand Parkway S, Suite A

Sugar Land, TX 77479

We are offering a $5,000 sign on bonus for this role!

Diagnostic Imaging uses advanced technology to create images of internal body structures, helping to assess clinical conditions and support diagnosis and treatment. This includes procedures like MRI, ultrasound, X-rays, CT scans, and PET scans.

The PET/CT Technologist is critical to the overall performance and efficiency of PET Imaging of Sugar Land. This position interacts with all of the various facets of the company, its patients, all center team members and Physician Offices. Previous PET experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and families and escort the patient throughout the facility.
• Inject radiopharmaceuticals and scan patients with diagnostic imaging equipment.
• Verify completeness/integrity of scan order from physicians office at least 48 hours in advance.
• Process images and push to PACS.
• Compare scan order/scan/clinical for veracity, accuracy, and data thoroughness.
• Archive & verify to PACS & to DVD daily.
• Order radiopharmaceuticals and credit unused radiopharmaceuticals daily.
• Run QC scanning equipment; facilitate repairs if necessary.
• Perform QA on all equipment; maintain QA logs, patient logs, and equipment maintenance logs.
• Ensure scanning equipment is in good working order and facilitate repairs if necessary.
• Obtain working knowledge of PET/CT imaging; educate physicians on PET/CT.
• Develop marketing strategy with Clinical Educators
• Work with patients, physicians, nurses, clinicians, educators, and vendors.
• Develop / implement procedures that improve efficiencies and reduce costs.
• Correctly, legibly, and accurately scan data into document imaging software (RIS) - Charge Out Process
• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Ensures that all processing and reporting deadlines are consistently achieved.
• Perform any other functions as required by management.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of experience, preferred
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine
• Certified as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) by the Nuclear Medicine Technologyor Certification Board (NMTCB) or registered as a Technologist (RT) and certified in nuclear medicine by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Current BLS certification
• PET imaging experience, highly preferred
• CT imaging experience, preferred
• Experience with GE PET/CT camera, preferred

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies basic concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform routine tasks
• Works on projects of limited scope and complexity
• Follows established procedures to resolve readily identifiable technical problems
• Works under direct supervision and receives detailed instructions
• Develops competence by performing structured work assignments

Anticipated hourly range:$46.40 per hour - $72.82 per hour

Bonus eligible:No

Benefits:Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 1/4/2027 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.