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Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Akumin·Detroit, Michigan

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 19 days ago
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About the role

Responsible for providing PET/CT scanning coverage, training team members, and troubleshooting equipment across various regional locations. The role involves producing high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety and maintaining professional relationships with physician groups.

$10,000 Sign on Bonus

Regional resource responsible for providing scanning coverage and supporting Team Members in the field with PET/CT training and troubleshooting.

Experienced technologist working in a mobile imaging healthcare environment with regular patient satisfaction improvement surveys.

Once internal milestones are met, position will include performing Clinical Competencies and Team Member evaluations, and scanning coverage in various locations/states through the region.

Our PET/CT technologists use exceptional communication skills to connect with patients, explain the procedure and put them at ease.

With a caring attitude and keen attention to detail, they ensure patient comfort, safety and satisfaction every step of the way.

They show their technical competence by effectively interpreting physician orders/instructions and selecting appropriate software options and imaging parameters to produce the highest-quality PET/CT images/studies possible—enabling physicians to diagnose with pinpoint accuracy and treat with confidence.

In addition, because our techs work in a variety of environments—a freestanding outpatient center, a mobile coach, or a hospital-based/inpatient facility—their flexibility allows them to deliver the absolute best imaging care at any access point.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to

  • Produces high quality diagnostic images, responsible for patient safety including pre-screening for contraindications, aseptic injection techniques, etc. and radiation safety/regulations, including proper documentation and technique when working with radioactive materials/patients
  • Partners with local ADDs (Account Development Directors) to effectively communicate with physician groups and Radiology/Clinic Directors, and Radiologists on PET/CT software, customer portal, scanning protocols, and quality issues.
  • Trouble-shoots the scanner, coach and peripheral equipment (including: monitors, PACS, coils, etc.).
  • Assists Sales team with start-ups and new business as needed.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned.

Position Requirements

  • Associate's Degree or equivalent experience.
  • NMTCB or ARRT (N)
  • State license, as required.
  • CPR certification
  • As applicable, valid state driver’s license.
  • Experienced Nuclear Technologist with 3+ years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures and studies working in high-pressure/high visibility environments with regular patient satisfaction surveys.
  • Previous experience managing business relationships with physicians and customers.
  • Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization and adapt to new environments quickly.
  • Ability to work at several locations.
  • Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
  • Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs
  • 90% travel may be required.

Preferred

  • Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience
  • Knowledge and experience on several OEMs and with multiple vendors such as GE, Siemens, Philips, etc.

Physical Requirements

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. The employee will be exposed to a strong magnetic field. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease, communicable disease when interacting with patients, environmental hazards such as exposure to noise, and travel.

More than 50% of the time

Sit, stand, walk.

Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.

See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.

Less than 50% of the time

Stoop, kneel or crawl.

Climb and balance.

Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

The final compensation offer is determined by several factors, including internal equity, experience, education, training, specialty, location, licensing, and business needs. The listed pay range is not a guarantee of a specific wage.

The pay range for this position is $42.44 - $50.76 per hour based on direct and relevant experience.

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Locations
Detroit, Michigan; Michigan
Posted
Jul 9, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Akumin

Akumin is a leading U.S. provider of advanced imaging and radiation oncology services, committed to expanding access to life-saving diagnostics and treatments. Serving millions of patients annually, Akumin operates one of the nation's largest networks of fixed-site radiology...

Salary listed on 38 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Michigan nuclear medicine roles need credentialed technologists

In Michigan, nuclear medicine technologist openings are often driven by hospital imaging demand and the need for staff who can support both routine studies and specialized cardiac imaging. These roles can be competitive because employers typically look for graduates of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program, current ARRT or NMTCB registration, and experience with SPECT and Nuclear Cardiology. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm the original posting for any site-specific clinical expectations.

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