PET​/Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Description

At Tri Health
, PET/Nuclear Medicine Technologists play a vital role in delivering high‑quality diagnostic imaging and patient care. In this advanced role, you’ll use your expertise with radionuclides, PET/CT technology, and radiation safety to perform accurate diagnostic studies, administer therapeutic treatments, and support new protocols. You’ll exercise independent judgment, demonstrate strong clinical competencies, and contribute to a collaborative environment by mentoring new team members, supporting students, and maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality control, and regulatory compliance.

Joining Tri Health means becoming part of one of the most respected healthcare systems—known for its commitment to professional growth, exceptional patient experience, and a culture that values teamwork and clinical excellence. You’ll work with state‑of‑the‑art equipment, benefit from ongoing education that supports your licensure and certification requirements, and have opportunities to lead in areas such as accreditation, safety, patient experience, and departmental initiatives.

At Tri Health
, your expertise is recognized, your development is supported, and your work truly makes an impact.

Apply today and grow your career with a team that truly values you.

Thomas Comprehensive Care Center
10506 Montgomery Rd, Montgomery, OH 45242

• Full‑Time (80 hours biweekly)
• Day Shift
• Weekend, Holiday and On Call Rotating Commitment

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package—including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement—this role offers competitive shift differentials, with the opportunity to earn up to an additional $7 per hour based on shift, hours worked, and organizational guidelines. For details, visit

• Associate’s degree in allied health
• Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program
• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification (NMTCB) / American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) state license, BLS/CPR
• Experience in nuclear medicine hot lab, radiation safety, isotopes and tracking
• Experience in a related field; NM registered

Under the direction of the radiologist and the supervision of the manager or supervisor, the PET/Nuclear Medicine technologist is responsible for utilizing unsealed radionuclides and radiation detection equipment to perform quality diagnostic studies, administer therapeutic treatments, and perform PET/CT studies. Technologists are responsible for the performance of high‑quality diagnostic images utilizing proper technique with established protocols. This position utilizes independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative for accurate diagnosis, and demonstrates competencies in identification of pathology, patient positioning, injections, IV access, and new protocols.

It also includes orienting new staff, troubleshooting equipment, maintaining accurate records, assisting in student education, ensuring infection prevention, and performing other duties as required. The technologist adheres to strict radiation safety practices as described in the department manuals and is required to meet continuing education and practice standards.

• Actively participates in training and mentoring of new employees and students.
• Use principles of service excellence in interactions with peers and customers.
• Demonstrate competency through ongoing Certified Booster Evaluations (CBEs).
• Demonstrate knowledge of equipment and operating procedures through CBEs.
• Select proper imaging protocols and parameters based on clinical history and departmental procedures.
• Demonstrate organizational and communication skills to promote departmental well‑being.
• Organize workflow and work area; ensure all work is complete before submission.
• Complete initiated tasks.
• Maintain a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental team members.
• Perform daily quality control procedures on all equipment prior to use.
• Recognize the need for corrective action and notify Lead Tech.
• Operate in compliance with governing standards for Nuclear Medicine/PET as defined in hospital manuals, state regulations, and NRC regulations.
• Accurately order, prepare, and administer radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with regulations.
• Orient new employees in regulatory requirements.
• Provide patient, family, and staff comfort, safety, and care before, during, and after procedures.
• Recognize and respond to emergency situations and radioactive spills and take appropriate action.

Working Conditions:

• Climbing – Rarely
• Concentrating – Frequently
• Continuous Learning – Frequently
• Hearing:
  Conversation – Frequently
• Hearing:
  Other Sounds – Frequently
• Interpersonal Communication – Frequently
• Kneeling – Rarely
• Lifting