Nuclear Medicine & PET Tech: Precision On‑Site Imaging

HILLCREST MEDICAL CENTERS; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

HILLCREST MEDICAL CENTER in Tulsa, OK seeks a Nuclear Medicine and PET Tech to prepare radiopharmaceuticals, perform imaging, and ensure quality studies. You will collaborate with physicians and nurses, explain procedures to patients, and document exams in the EHR.

Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, safety adherence, patient identification, and prioritizing STAT and scheduled studies to support a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

• Competence in Nuclear Medicine and PET imaging procedures, including radiopharmaceutical preparation, administration, and image acquisition.
• Strong understanding of radiation safety principles, regulatory guidelines, and infection control practices in a clinical environment.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT equipment, and to follow departmental protocols and quality assurance standards.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with patients, families, and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Detail-oriented documentation skills and familiarity with electronic health record systems and imaging software.
• Current ARRT(N) or NMTCB certification (or eligibility) and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals for imaging procedures.
• Performing Nuclear Medicine and PET imaging studies and ensuring accurate image acquisition.
• Maintaining imaging equipment and adhering to radiation safety standards.
• Verifying patient identification and orders and documenting exams in systems.
• Prioritizing STAT and scheduled studies and supporting patient communication.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine & PET imaging

Radiopharmaceutical preparation

Radiation safety & compliance

Patient communication

Documentation & QA

Education

Accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program

ARRT(N) or NMTCB certification (or eligibility)

Current BLS certification

Tools

Nuclear Medicine & PET/CT equipment

Imaging software

Electronic Health Record systems

Job description

HILLCREST MEDICAL CENTER in Tulsa, OK seeks a Nuclear Medicine and PET Tech to prepare radiopharmaceuticals, perform imaging, and ensure quality studies. You will collaborate with physicians and nurses, explain procedures to patients, and document exams in the EHR.

Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, safety adherence, patient identification, and prioritizing STAT and scheduled studies to support a positive patient experience.