Nuclear Medicine PET CT Technologist

Nuclear Medicine Pet/Ct Technologist

Join a team where collaboration and compassion drive everything we do. At Intermountain Health, being a Nuclear Medicine Pet/Ct Technologist means more than performing exams—it's about working together to deliver exceptional care and make a lasting impact on every patient's life. Here, you'll find a supportive culture that values your expertise, celebrates your contributions, and reminds you daily why this work truly matters.

Join our team and make a difference in patient care through advanced imaging technology!

Posting Specifics:

• Hours: 30
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Shift Details: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - 0600-1630
• No call required for this position
• Additional Details: Shift differentials given for evenings, nights and weekends

Founded in 1873, Saint Joseph Hospital is Denver's largest private teaching hospital, known for compassionate care, clinical excellence, and strong partnerships with National Jewish Health, and community physicians. Our state-of-the-art facility opened in 2014 and continues a long tradition of innovation and care.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain ARRT or modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions.
• Ensure proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
• Perform exams per department protocol and reviews images for quality, clarity, and accuracy.
• Adhere to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment. Follow regulations of Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Division of Radiation Control, and any other regulatory agencies governing the use of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Complete studies within acceptable time limits without compromising patient care or quality. Assists and instructs students and other Radiology Techs in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.
• Provide appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns.
• Practice appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
• Understand and operate equipment and related information systems to ensure quality images.
• Keeps accurate records (required by Licensing State and Joint Commission) of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions.
• Follow protocols for medical necessity, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures.

Minimum (Required) Qualifications Nuclear Medicine Tech Pet/Ct:

• Current License in state of practice.
• Clinical Board Certification, i.e. American Registry Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
• American Heart Association (AHA) - Basic Life support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
• IV certification for healthcare providers.
• One year of clinical Nuclear Medicine experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of clinical Pet/Ct experience.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

Minimum (Required) Qualifications Nuclear Medicine Tech ($38.77-59.82):

• Associate Degree or equivalent from two-year College or Technical School; or a minimum of one (1) year minimum related experience and/or training.
• Current ARRT (R) (NM) or NMTCB as CNMT registry.
• Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least one (1) year of experience in Nuclear Medicine.

Take your career to the next level with Intermountain Health! As a Nuclear Medicine Pet/Ct Technologist, you'll have access to ongoing education, advanced technology, and opportunities to expand your skills in a dynamic healthcare environment. We're committed to supporting your professional development so you can grow, lead, and achieve your long-term goals—all while making a meaningful difference in patient care every day.

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location: Saint Joseph Hospital

Work City: Denver

Work State: Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 30

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$42.66 - $65.82

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.