Nuclear Medicine Technologist

essentiahealth; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Training programs

Flexible scheduling

Generous time off

Wellness resources

Job summary

Essentia Health's St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform radionuclide-based diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including PET and CT exams, and to operate nuclear medicine equipment to produce high-quality images for radiologists.

This full-time, day-shift position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Candidates must be ARRT(NM) or NMTCB certified, be CAHEA-accredited graduates, and have internship eligibility to sit

Qualifications

• Graduate of CAHEA-accredited nuclear medicine program.
• Internship in Nuclear Medicine allowing ARRT/NMTCB eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide health care services using radionuclides to assist in diagnosis or treatment.
• Perform nuclear medicine, PET and CT exams/procedures and related techniques.
• Independently operate nuclear medicine equipment and produce high quality diagnostic images for radiologists.

Skills

Nuclear medicine procedures

PET imaging

CT imaging

Education

CAHEA-accredited program

Nuclear Medicine internship eligibility

Tools

ARRT (NM) certification

NMTCB certification

Job description

Building Location:

Building E - Essentia Health - Duluth

Department:

2002720 NON INVASIVE - SMMC HOSP

Job Description:

*Hiring Incentive Eligible!*
Join us at St. Mary’s Medical Center, a 380-bed Level 1 Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, where you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in a top-ranked hospital environment.
Ranked #5 in Minnesota
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top hospitals in Minnesota for 2022-23, St. Mary’s is a destination for exceptional care—and an incredible place to grow your career.
In this role you will get too: Provides health care services using radionuclides to assist in diagnosis or treatment of a patient. Performs nuclear medicine, PET and CT exams/procedures and related techniques. Is responsible for the independent operation of nuclear medicine equipment and for providing high quality diagnostic images to the radiologist and referring physicians.

Education Qualifications:

Educational Requirements:

• Graduate of a Committee of Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA), accredited nuclear medicine program

OR

• Completed an internship in Nuclear Medicine that allows for eligibility to sit for the ARRT or NMTCB registration

Licensure/CertificationQualifications:

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

• Current American Registry of Radiographic Technologists Nuclear Medicine (ARRT)(NM) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) licensure

FTE:

1

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Days

Shift End Time:

Days

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)

Union Posting Deadline:

07/16/2026

Compensation Range:

$39.86 - $56.86

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:

• At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.
• Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs.
• We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health.
• Please note that benefit eligibility may vary.
• For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].