PET/Nuclear Medicine Technologist

About the role

PET/Nuclear Medicine Technologists at TriHealth deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging and patient care. They use advanced technology like PET/CT, radionuclides, and radiation safety to perform accurate diagnostic studies and administer therapeutic treatments.

Responsibilities

• Utilize unsealed radionuclides and radiation detection equipment to perform quality diagnostic studies and administer therapeutic treatments.
• Perform PET/CT studies under the direction of radiologists and supervision of managers or supervisors.
• Use independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative for accurate diagnosis.
• Identify pathology, perform patient positioning, injections, and IV access.
• Support new protocols and mentor new team members, students, and colleagues.
• Maintain accurate records, assist in student education, and ensure proper equipment use and care.
• Ensure patient, family, and staff comfort, safety, and care before, during, and after procedures.
• Respond to emergency situations and radioactive spills, taking appropriate action.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in allied health.
• Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program.
• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification (NMTCB) and American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification.
• State License.
• BLS/CPR certification.
• Experience in a related field, including NM registration.

Qualifications

• Experience in a related field.

Skills

• Independent judgment and initiative.
• Strong clinical competencies.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Equipment operation and maintenance.
• Emergency response and safety protocols.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement.
• Shift differentials with the potential to earn up to an additional $7 per hour based on shift, hours worked, and organizational guidelines.

Pay

$20,000 sign-on bonus.

Schedule

Full-time (80 hours biweekly), Day Shift, rotating weekly across designated sites including Good Samaritan Nuclear Medicine, Western Ridge PET, and the Thomas Center PET location.