Nuclear Med/PET Technologist

About the role

MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist (PET) to join the Diagnostic Imaging team. The technologist provides advanced technical expertise in nuclear medicine, including diagnostic imaging, functional testing, radioassay testing, and therapeutic procedures, ensuring the highest standards of clinical quality, patient care, and safety.

Patient Care

• Deliver exceptional, patient‑centered care within professional scope, including point‑of‑care testing, IV insertion, patient assessments, preparation/administration of radiopharmaceuticals, patient education, and safe patient transport.
• Maintain a safe clinical environment and adhere to all MD Anderson safety protocols.
• Evaluate patients—including those with implanted devices—to ensure clearance for imaging procedures.
• Respond promptly to patient distress and assist with emergency response teams (DIURT, MERIT, Code Blue).
• Follow infection‑prevention and ALARA safety standards with diligence and accuracy.
• Recognize and escalate critical findings to interpreting radiologists.
• Maintain clean, organized imaging rooms and work areas; manage and dispose of radioactive materials properly.
• Uphold patient privacy and data integrity in accordance with HIPAA standards.
• Travel to off‑site imaging locations as needed (Bellaire, West Houston, CABI, etc.).

Critical Thinking & Collaboration

• Use sound clinical judgment to meet each patient’s needs with compassion and accuracy.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary care team to support efficient patient flow and on‑time exam starts.
• Prepare rooms, escort patients, and reduce exam and turnaround delays to support operational effectiveness.
• Communicate clearly using approved tools and frameworks, including SBAR.
• Participate in quality‑improvement activities that elevate patient care, satisfaction, and workflow efficiency.
• Mentor and support colleagues, students, volunteers, and trainees, fostering a learning environment.
• Maintain compliance with Joint Commission standards, state/federal regulations, and institutional policies.
• Complete required continuing education and training, including equipment orientation, safety preparedness, and institutional learning modules.

Technical Expertise

• Perform high‑quality nuclear medicine exams across all settings: routine, advanced, inpatient, emergent, and on‑call.
• Demonstrate strong proficiency in cross‑sectional anatomy, molecular imaging principles, and image‑quality optimization.
• Ensure proper patient positioning, imaging parameters, annotation, and documentation.
• Operate nuclear medicine and hot‑lab equipment independently, including QA tasks and prompt reporting of equipment issues.
• Perform CT examinations as assigned.
• Maintain accurate data entry in all clinical systems (RIS, modality software, billing/coding, patient demographics).
• Support equipment maintenance, including crash‑cart checks, temperature logs, and departmental safety processes.

Education

Graduate of an accredited program in Nuclear Medicine Technology.

Work Experience

One year of experience (required licenses also required).

Licenses and Certifications

• RT(N) – Nuclear Medicine, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) – required upon hire.
• CNMT – Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB) – required upon hire.
• CMRT – Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist, Texas Medical Board (TMB) – required upon hire.
• BLS – Basic Life Support – required upon hire.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement plans.
• Tuition assistance and educational opportunities.
• Individual and team recognition programs.

Compensation

Minimum Salary: $89,000 USD – Midpoint Salary: $111,000 USD – Maximum Salary: $133,000 USD (non‑exempt, eligible for overtime).

Schedule & Location

Hours may vary based on business needs and to accommodate team PTO. Position is onsite at the Texas Medical Center, with occasional travel to off‑site imaging locations.