Nuclear Medicine PET CT Technologist

About the role

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.