PET/CT Imaging Specialist – Diagnostic Excellence

sluhn; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform PET/CT imaging and patient procedures in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes accurate isotope handling, safety practices, and adherence to NRC/regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate will have ARRT/JRCNMT/CAMRT credentials (or registry eligibility) and demonstrated experience with RIS/HIS/PHS modules, along with strong patient communication and quality control responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARRT, JRCNMT, or CAMRT recognized bachelor’s degree education program or certified by the ARRT and/or NMTCB; must pass registry within 1 year of hire date.
• PET certification optional.

Responsibilities

• Follows PET/CT policies and procedures in compliance with established protocols, regulations.
• Scheduling of patients, ordering of radionuclides, receiving radionuclides, and educating patients regarding procedures.
• Performance of Quality Control on all equipment as it pertains to ACR.
• Demonstrates proficiency in venipuncture with radioactive liquids and administers isotope dosage and records dosage administered.
• Gives direction and assists in cleanup of accidents or spills involving radioactive materials; notifies RSO and documents spill report.
• Maintenance of Hot Lab and waste disposal areas per NRC and state regulations.
• Demonstrates competency in RIS/HIS/PHS modules.
• Performs complex PET/CT imaging procedures with primary responsibility for completing diagnostic studies.
• Starts scanner, communicates with patient, and monitors safety and comfort.

Skills

PET/CT imaging

Venipuncture

Radiation safety

Patient communication

RIS/HIS/PHS modules

Education

ARRT/JRCNMT/CAMRT graduate

Registry eligible (ARRT/NMTCB)

Tools

RIS/HIS/PHS systems

Job description

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform PET/CT imaging and patient procedures in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes accurate isotope handling, safety practices, and adherence to NRC/regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate will have ARRT/JRCNMT/CAMRT credentials (or registry eligibility) and demonstrated experience with RIS/HIS/PHS modules, along with strong patient communication and quality control responsibilities.