PS Nuclear Medicine Tech

University of Utah; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

The University of Utah is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic PET procedures essential for patient care. This role ensures adherence to radiation safety standards, supports both clinical and research imaging, and acts as a liaison between patients and physicians. Candidates must have current licensure as a Radiologic Technologist in Utah, with competencies in radiopharmaceutical preparation and computer processing techniques. This position is based in Salt Lake City, UT, and involves 4 ten-hour shifts, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential required.
• Training in radiation safety and imaging techniques needed.
• Experience in patient examinations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer radiopharmaceuticals per protocols.
• Perform clinical and research PET imaging.
• Communicate patient status to care team.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Proficiency with PACs system

Education

Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist

Registration with ARRT as R.T. (CT)

Tools

Radiation detectors

Dose calibrators

Job description

Shift schedule: 4 10‑hour shifts (Mon‑Fri). Day off varies depending on coverage needs. Shift starts at 7 am and ends at 5:30 pm. No on‑call. Paid holidays.

Job Summary

This position performs diagnostic PET procedures to support high‑quality patient care and accurate clinical decision‑making. The technologist adheres strictly to all radiation safety policies, regulatory standards, and institutional protocols to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and themselves. Serving as a liaison between the patient and physician, this role guides patients through the imaging process, provides education and reassurance, and facilitates effective communication within the care team. The technologist may be required to access and administer medications, including radiopharmaceuticals, within their scope of practice and in accordance with state law and organizational policies. This position supports both clinical and research imaging, requiring strong attention to detail, adherence to study protocols, and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

Radiopharmaceutical Preparation & Administration

• Administers radiopharmaceuticals by IV injection or oral administration following established protocols and state regulations.
• Calculates required radiopharmaceutical activity and volume according to prescribed procedures.
• Assays radiopharmaceutical doses, prepares standards in scintillation counting systems, performs required calculations, and documents results.
• Maintains full compliance with radiation safety policies, including documentation for receipt, administration, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials.

Clinical & Research Imaging

• Performs clinical and research PET imaging procedures, including breast imaging research, according to protocol and physician orders.
• Prepares equipment and instrument sets for imaging procedures.
• Positions patients accurately to achieve high quality, diagnostic grade images.
• Verifies scan quality and performs computer‑based image and data processing.
• Optimizes imaging techniques and uses appropriate judgment to maximize image quality.

Patient Care & Communication

• Explains imaging procedures to patients, ensuring understanding and reducing anxiety.
• Monitors and communicates patient status to the appropriate physician or care team.
• Serves as a liaison between physicians and patients, communicating special needs, clinical changes, or procedure requirements.

Equipment Operation & Quality Control

• Performs and documents quality control checks on imaging systems, dose calibrators, radiation detectors, and safety monitors.
• Identifies equipment issues and reports findings promptly to ensure ongoing performance and radiation safety compliance.

Laboratory & Operational Support

• Assists in maintaining laboratory inventory, including ordering supplies and restocking as needed.
• Ensures proper care, cleanliness, and maintenance of imaging equipment and work areas.
• Functions independently and collaborates effectively with coworkers, coordinating patient needs and procedure workflow with physicians and other clinical staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. Obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Utah.
• Registration with the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) as a R.T. (CT) within one year of hire date.
• Training and/or experience in the latest techniques of radiation safety, radiopharmaceutical preparation, and computer processing techniques to perform patient examinations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) certification or ARRT Registration as Nuclear Medicine Technology R.T. (N).

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
• Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
• Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
• Proficient in the use of the PACs system to retrieve and archive data. Performs all RIS functions (scheduling, completing, etc), as appropriate.
• Demonstrates the ability to properly identify and administer radiopharmaceuticals.

Location

Salt Lake City, UT

Equal Employment Opportunity

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.