PET Imaging Technologist — Diagnostic & Research

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 97,000 - 116,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Utah is seeking a part-time PS Nuclear Medicine Tech to support PET imaging and radiopharmaceutical procedures. You will adhere to radiation safety policies and work closely with physicians to ensure accurate clinical decisions.

Responsibilities include radiopharmaceutical preparation, patient positioning, image processing, and quality control, with a focus on safety, accuracy, and effective team communication in clinical and research imaging settings.

Qualifications

• Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in Utah.
• Certification options include Nuclear Medicine Technician Certification, NMTCB, or ARRT (N) registration.
• Training in radiation safety, radiopharmaceutical preparation and data processing per protocol.

Responsibilities

• Administers radiopharmaceuticals by IV/inhalation/oral routes per protocol and safety rules.
• Performs PET imaging procedures and prepares equipment for imaging.
• Explains procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and ensures understanding.
• Performs quality control checks on imaging systems and safety monitors.
• Collaborates with physicians and care teams to coordinate procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient education

Team collaboration

Radiation safety

Image quality optimization

Education

Utah Radiologic Technologist license

Nuclear Medicine Technician Certification

NMTCB Certification

ARRT Nuclear Medicine Registration

Tools

PACs system

RIS functionality

Dose calibrators & radiation detectors

Job description

University of Utah is seeking a part-time PS Nuclear Medicine Tech to support PET imaging and radiopharmaceutical procedures. You will adhere to radiation safety policies and work closely with physicians to ensure accurate clinical decisions.

Responsibilities include radiopharmaceutical preparation, patient positioning, image processing, and quality control, with a focus on safety, accuracy, and effective team communication in clinical and research imaging settings.