PS Nuclear Medicine Tech

8 or 10 hour shifts Mon
- Fri depending on coverage needs. Shifts start at 7am and end at 5:30pm. No call required.

Is this a work study job?

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area

VP Area U of U Health
- Academics

Department

Location

Location Campus

City

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range

Pay Rate Range $46.61-$55.93

Close Date

Close Date 12/20/2026

Priority Review Date (Note
- Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

This position performs diagnostic PET‑only 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.

• Administers radiopharmaceuticals by IV injection, inhalation, 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 the receipt, administration, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

Required

Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Utah.

• Nuclear Medicine Technician Certification.
• Nuclear Medicine…