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Nuclear Medicine Technologist

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

To prepare, administer, and measure radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic and tracer studies, including the performance and management of nuclear medicine technology sub-specialty imaging and non-imaging procedures. This position is dedicated to research studies, and it will involve the administration of novel isotopes. This position will also include responsibilities required as a part of clinical trials.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

+ Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day

+ 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Operates nuclear medicine imaging equipment to produce diagnostic images for interpretation by qualified physicians.

+ Operates ancillary nuclear medicine equipment to collect and prepare patient data on non-imaging studies for interpretation by qualified physicians.

+ Prepares and calculate proper doses of radioactive isotopes for administration to patients.

+ Explains examination procedure to patient and family, if present.

+ Assists patients in proper positioning.

+ Assures patient care for the use and monitoring of intravenous lines, including the administration or radiopharmaceuticals and subsequent collection of blood samples.

+ May operate well counters and laboratory equipment for the assay of radioactivity in biological samples.

+ Maintains records of test results, utilization and disposition of isotopes and radioactive materials and calculate test results.

+ May be responsible for implementation of new procedures relevant to specialty.

+ May perform and demonstrate technically difficult examinations and data processing as these apply to the sub-specialty.

+ Performs and maintains current quality control standards and records for equipment.

+ May assist with scheduling of nuclear medicine studies and diagnostic equipment.

+ Receives, verifies, relays, and documents verbal, written, and electronic orders in the patient's medical record

+ Follows all radiation safety procedures and regulations.

+ Performs duties outlined within the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Scope of Practice as defined by the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging.

+ May review research study and imaging protocols to assess feasibility.

+ Assists in reviewing and planning for new nuclear medicine clinical trials.

+ Assists with research scheduling in alignment with protocols, research resources and research teams.

+ Supports data management for studies. This may include documentation of study data and transferring of data in compliance with department, university, and study requirements.

+ At least 5 years of experience in a Nuclear Medicine Technologist position.

+ Work experience performing both PET imaging and administration of radiopharmaceuticals for therapy.

RELATED DUTIES

+ Perform other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

+ General supervision is received from Nuclear Medicine faculty or other designated official.

Required Qualifications*

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Associates or bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or a related science field with completion of an accredited certification program in Nuclear Medicine Technology.

+ Registration as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist by the American Association for Radiologic Technology or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board is necessary

+ At least 5 years of experience in a Nuclear Medicine Technologist position.

+ Work experience performing both PET imaging and administration of radiopharmaceuticals for therapy.

+ BLS certification or eligibility for certification is necessary.

+ This classification requires Primary Source Verification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

+ This position requires moderate standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.

Work Schedule

M-F 8:00 - 4:30

Work Locations

University Hospital

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

266548

Working Title

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Title

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Medical School

Department

MM Department of Radiology

Posting Begin/End Date

7/24/2025 - 8/23/2025

Salary

$85,612.80 - $124,259.20

Career Interest

Patient Care Services

Radiology