Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Why Join Us?

At United Urology Group, our employees are at the heart of our mission and have incredible opportunities to impact our patients' lives with their urologic care.

We foster a culture that thrives on compassion, teamwork, integrity, and diversity, all of which start with our staff! We deliver a cohesive approach to urologic care that provides patients with access to experienced specialists, a superb team of healthcare professionals, and the most advanced technology for patient treatments and therapies. We offer competitive salaries and a great work/life balance: enjoy your weekends! UUG offers outstanding benefits, including tuition reimbursement, health, dental, and vision insurance, corporate discounts, and much more!

Job Description:

Join us at an exciting time as Arizona Urology Specialist launches its brand-new outpatient PET/CT service line. This is a unique opportunity for motivated Nuclear Medicine Technologists to play a key role in building the program from the ground up. As a valued member of our compassionate and collaborative community oncology team, you will help shape workflows, establish best practices, and deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging that supports comprehensive, patient-centered cancer care. Ideal candidates are confident problem-solvers, comfortable working independently, and eager to contribute to a service and team that will make a meaningful, lasting impact on the lives of our patients.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform PET/CT imaging procedures with a high level of technical competence and patient care.

• Prepare, administer, document, and safely dispose of radioactive isotopes in accordance with regulatory standards.

• Apply radiation safety techniques to protect patients, staff, and self in compliance with ALARA principles.

• Carry out complete imaging protocols including radiotracer administration, patient positioning, image acquisition, and data archiving.

• Collaborate with front office and clinical teams to support procedure scheduling and ensure efficient daily workflow.

• Maintain ACR accreditation standards and manage the ACR toolkit for compliance.

• Accurately document patient demographics, manage image/report distribution, and maintain records in PACS/EMR systems.

• Perform required daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) on PET/CT equipment in accordance with California and ACR guidelines.

• Promptly report equipment malfunctions or radiation safety concerns to appropriate personnel, including the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO).

• Assist in updating and maintaining imaging protocols and support implementation of software upgrades.

• Monitor, track, and replenish medical supply inventory to ensure operational readiness.

• Adhere to HIPAA regulations and uphold confidentiality of all protected health information (PHI).

• Work closely with physicians, physicists, RSO, technologists and all care team members to ensure high imaging standards and exceptional patient care.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental operations and patient care.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program - Required

• NMTCB (CNMT) or ARRT(N) certification, current and in good standing - Required

• BLS certification - Required

• 1 year of PET/CT imaging experience - Preferred

• Proficient in patient positioning, radiopharmaceutical preparation/administration, and basic equipment troubleshooting

• Strong understanding of radiation safety practices, including ALARA principles and RAM license compliance

• Knowledge of PET/CT imaging equipment operation and related safety protocols

DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Experience in protocol development or launching new PET or CT imaging departments

• Experience assisting with radiopharmaceutical therapy/theranostics administration

• Prior use of (insert vendor GE/Siemens) imaging equipment

• Familiarity with ACR accreditation standards and compliance processes

• ARRT (CT) certification or willingness to obtain