PET/CT Nuclear Medicine Tech - Imaging Specialist

Pride Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 151,536,000 - 168,067,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Life & disability insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Pride Health is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Tech to support a healthcare facility in Houston, TX 77025. The role involves performing PET/CT imaging procedures and patient care per clinical standards.

Schedule is 8am–5pm with possible 10‑hour shifts, 3–5 days per week. This 22‑week contract requires NMTCB/ARRT(N) MRT certification, a Nuclear Medicine degree, venipuncture experience, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited program.
• Graduate of an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
• Associate’s Degree in Nuclear Medicine.
• Minimum PET/CT clinical rotation completed through an approved Nuclear Medicine program.
• NMTCB or ARRT(N) MRT-General Certificate.
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Venipuncture experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform PET/CT and nuclear medicine imaging procedures according to established protocols.
• Prepare patients for imaging procedures, explain the process, and provide instructions.
• Perform venipuncture and assist with radiopharmaceutical administration as permitted.
• Operate PET/CT and related digital imaging equipment accurately and safely.
• Acquire high-quality diagnostic images and ensure proper positioning and protocols.
• Review images for technical quality and ensure all views are obtained.
• Enter and document patient and examination information in computer systems.

Skills

PET/CT imaging

Venipuncture

Patient care

Radiation safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Nuclear Medicine

NMTCB or ARRT(N) MRT-General Certificate

Nuclear Medicine Technology program graduate

PET/CT clinical rotation

BLS certification (AHA)

Job description

Pride Health is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Tech to support a healthcare facility in Houston, TX 77025. The role involves performing PET/CT imaging procedures and patient care per clinical standards.

Schedule is 8am–5pm with possible 10‑hour shifts, 3–5 days per week. This 22‑week contract requires NMTCB/ARRT(N) MRT certification, a Nuclear Medicine degree, venipuncture experience, and BLS certification.