Nuclear Medicine Technologist

US Oncology Inc.; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

HSA/FSA

Paid Time Off

EAP

Perks Discounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Illinois CancerCare is seeking a full-time Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform PET/CT studies and ensure high-quality imaging with a patient-centered approach.

The role requires licensure in Illinois, NMTCB/ARRT certification, and experience in PET/CT protocols. Travel between clinics is mandatory, with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine.
• Licensed by the state of Illinois to perform Nuclear Medicine and Radiography procedures.
• Current NMTCB and/or ARRT certification required.
• PET/CT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs PET scan procedures including radiopharmaceutical injection, protocol setup, and image development.
• Coordinate imaging reports and archiving; assist with patient data collection for follow-up.
• Adapt protocols to match patient needs while maintaining high quality studies.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort before, during, and after procedures.
• Travel to clinics is required.

Skills

PET/CT experience

Excellent communication

Willing to travel

Safety awareness

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine

Illinois license for Nuclear Medicine and Radiography

NMTCB or ARRT certification

Job description

Overview

Illinois CancerCare is seeking a full-time Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our team! In this role, you will perform PET/CT procedures, ensuring high-quality imaging while prioritizing patient safety and comfort. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of nuclear medicine procedures, imaging protocols, and radiation safety, along with the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team. You will work closely with providers and clinical staff, acting as a liaison with radiology, and play a key role in maintaining compliance with all regulatory standards. Success in this role also requires excellent communication and problem-solving skills, as well as a commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Pay & Benefits

• Expected hiring range: $35.00 - $55.00 per hour
  (Based on experience, education, and other factors)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options)
• Special wellness programs – Maven, HingeHealth, Livongo, Vitality, and Wondr
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts through our Perks Program

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Performs PET scan procedures to include injection of radiopharmaceutical, setup of protocol, reconstruction and development of images, coordination of image on report function and archiving of images.
• Assists with collection of clinical data for patient follow-up and development of teaching and educational information.
• Utilize protocol standards and, when necessary, adapt and modify protocols to match the patients physical, mental, and emotional abilities to achieve the highest quality study possible.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort prior to, during, and after procedure.
• Observe OSHA, HIPAA, and all other applicable regulatory policies and procedures.
• Travel to clinics is required.
• Perform additional duties as requested.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine
• Licensed by the state of Illinois to perform Nuclear Medicine and Radiography procedures due to the dual nature of PET/CT

• Current NMTCB and/or ARRT certification required
• PET/CT experience preferred
• Excellent communication skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination for operation and repair of all department equipment. Lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Lifts and pushes patients in wheelchairs/stretchers weighing up to 300 pounds and places in appropriate positions for operation of equipment. Requires ability to reach above shoulder height. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods of time. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to blood, toxic substances, ionizing radiation and other conditions common to a clinic environment.