Nuclear Medicine Technologist Jobs in Arizona
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Arizona are in strong demand, concentrated in hospital-based imaging departments, outpatient diagnostic centers, and cancer treatment facilities across a range of experience levels from entry-level to senior technologist. Phoenix, Tucson, and Mesa are the primary hiring metros, with major employers such as Banner Health, Dignity Health, and Valleywise Health maintaining consistent nuclear medicine programs throughout the state. The most sought-after specialties include PET/CT imaging, cardiac nuclear medicine, and SPECT procedures. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Primary City/State:
Gilbert, ArizonaDepartment Name:
PET-GilbertWork Shift:
DayJob Category:
Clinical CareFind your path in health care. Our team members make Banner Health a Great Place To Work®. Learn how you can join our dedicated team of professionals.
At Banner MD Anderson, patients experience customized, comprehensive and compassionate cancer care. We travel through the cancer journey with patients, supporting their unique medical and personal needs every step of the way. We believe patient care is most effective when it’s truly collaborative. Our evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach brings together physicians from all cancer specialties to provide highly coordinated and compassionate care.
The Acute Nuclear Medicine Technologist will be responsible for performing prescribed procedures as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.
Schedule:
20 Hour per week - days subject to patient load
Experience innovative technology and exceptional opportunities for growth and development at Banner Health's state-of-the-art hospital Banner Gateway Medical Center. With comprehensive electronic medical records, physician order entry, digital radiography and proprietary advanced patient monitoring, Banner Gateway provides you with the innovative resources you need to provide your patients with the best care possible. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Located near Phoenix in Gilbert, Ariz., Banner Gateway Medical Center offers 286 private rooms, 13 operating suites, a 46-bed emergency department and shares a campus with the Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center. Our WIS and NICU services support an average of 4,000 deliveries per year. Key specialties include oncology, obstetrics, bariatric surgery, emergency and other services that focus on meeting the changing needs of the dynamic and growing community we serve. Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center Located in Gilbert, Ariz. (the Phoenix Metro area) on the Banner Gateway Campus, the center provides world-class care for oncology patients - both inpatient and outpatient - and has also brought leading oncology programs to the Banner Gateway campus including designation as a Stem Cell Transplant Center of Excellence and comprehensive Head & Neck cancer care. Our capabilities include five linear accelerator vaults, a brachytherapy vault, an advanced diagnostic imaging suite with PET/CT scan, more than 70 infusion bays, a cryopreservation lab and much more. Our inpatient medical oncology unit also incorporates a program that utilizes the electronic surveillance partnership in caring for the patient, where remote nurses have the ability to interact with patients via two-way audio-video to assist the bedside nurse with patient care.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position performs prescribed procedures as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Performs nuclear medicine procedures by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.
2. Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.
3. Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.
4. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies. Demonstrates competence in the administration of radiopharmaceuticals and other approved medications.
5. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to safety policies. Ensures the safe receipt, administration, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials utilizing ALARA principles.
6. Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.
7. Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.
8. Independently performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic/Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Nuclear Board and/or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board or equivalent and licensure by the state regulatory agency if applicable. Advance certification by accrediting body in specialty required within 18 months of hire if applicable. BLS certification required.
This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 2 years of experience. Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, analyze data and solve problems.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
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Primary City/State:
Gilbert, ArizonaDepartment Name:
PET-GilbertWork Shift:
DayJob Category:
Clinical CareFind your path in health care. Our team members make Banner Health a Great Place To Work®. Learn how you can join our dedicated team of professionals.
At Banner MD Anderson, patients experience customized, comprehensive and compassionate cancer care. We travel through the cancer journey with patients, supporting their unique medical and personal needs every step of the way. We believe patient care is most effective when it’s truly collaborative. Our evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach brings together physicians from all cancer specialties to provide highly coordinated and compassionate care.
The Acute Nuclear Medicine Technologist will be responsible for performing prescribed procedures as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.
Schedule:
20 Hour per week - days subject to patient load
Experience innovative technology and exceptional opportunities for growth and development at Banner Health's state-of-the-art hospital Banner Gateway Medical Center. With comprehensive electronic medical records, physician order entry, digital radiography and proprietary advanced patient monitoring, Banner Gateway provides you with the innovative resources you need to provide your patients with the best care possible. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Located near Phoenix in Gilbert, Ariz., Banner Gateway Medical Center offers 286 private rooms, 13 operating suites, a 46-bed emergency department and shares a campus with the Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center. Our WIS and NICU services support an average of 4,000 deliveries per year. Key specialties include oncology, obstetrics, bariatric surgery, emergency and other services that focus on meeting the changing needs of the dynamic and growing community we serve. Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center Located in Gilbert, Ariz. (the Phoenix Metro area) on the Banner Gateway Campus, the center provides world-class care for oncology patients - both inpatient and outpatient - and has also brought leading oncology programs to the Banner Gateway campus including designation as a Stem Cell Transplant Center of Excellence and comprehensive Head & Neck cancer care. Our capabilities include five linear accelerator vaults, a brachytherapy vault, an advanced diagnostic imaging suite with PET/CT scan, more than 70 infusion bays, a cryopreservation lab and much more. Our inpatient medical oncology unit also incorporates a program that utilizes the electronic surveillance partnership in caring for the patient, where remote nurses have the ability to interact with patients via two-way audio-video to assist the bedside nurse with patient care.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position performs prescribed procedures as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Performs nuclear medicine procedures by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.
2. Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.
3. Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.
4. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies. Demonstrates competence in the administration of radiopharmaceuticals and other approved medications.
5. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to safety policies. Ensures the safe receipt, administration, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials utilizing ALARA principles.
6. Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.
7. Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.
8. Independently performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic/Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Nuclear Board and/or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board or equivalent and licensure by the state regulatory agency if applicable. Advance certification by accrediting body in specialty required within 18 months of hire if applicable. BLS certification required.
This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 2 years of experience. Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, analyze data and solve problems.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nuclear medicine technologist jobs across Arizona.
- Active Arizona medical imaging license or licensure recognized by the Arizona Medical Radiologic Technology Board
- NMTCB or ARRT nuclear medicine certification required by most Arizona employers
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nuclear medicine technology from an accredited program
- Current CPR or BLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Experience operating gamma cameras, PET/CT scanners, and dose calibration equipment
- Familiarity with radiation safety regulations and Arizona Department of Health Services compliance standards
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nuclear medicine technologist in Arizona?
To work as a nuclear medicine technologist in Arizona, you must obtain a license through the Arizona Medical Radiologic Technology Board, which requires completing an accredited nuclear medicine technology program and passing either the NMTCB certification exam or the ARRT nuclear medicine technology examination. Most accredited programs award an associate or bachelor's degree. Once certified and licensed, you can apply directly to Arizona hospital systems, imaging centers, or outpatient facilities.
How much do nuclear medicine technologists make in Arizona?
Nuclear medicine technologists in Arizona earn a median of about $100,130 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $81,030 for the lowest 10% to over $123,130 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire nuclear medicine technologists in Arizona?
Employers hiring nuclear medicine technologists in Arizona right now include Banner Health, RadNet, and Northern Arizona Healthcare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Arizona's large integrated health systems drive the majority of openings, particularly those operating multiple hospital campuses and outpatient imaging locations across the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas.
Which Arizona cities have the most nuclear medicine technologist jobs?
Phoenix, Tucson, and Gilbert have the most nuclear medicine technologist openings in Arizona. Phoenix leads because it is home to the state's largest hospital networks and academic medical centers, while Tucson's concentration of university-affiliated hospitals and regional medical centers supports steady demand, and Mesa and other East Valley communities reflect the continued growth of Banner Health's suburban campuses.
Are there remote nuclear medicine technologist jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Nuclear medicine technology is a hands-on clinical role that requires in-person patient care, radiopharmaceutical handling, and direct operation of imaging equipment, so the vast majority of positions are fully on-site. About 0% of nuclear medicine technologist openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to involve administrative, quality assurance, or protocol review functions rather than direct patient imaging.
How can I get hired as a nuclear medicine technologist in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate or trainee positions at large Arizona health systems such as Banner Health or Dignity Health, both of which periodically post entry-level nuclear medicine technologist roles for newly certified candidates. Completing your clinical rotations at an Arizona facility strengthens local connections considerably. Technologists coming from radiologic technology or radiation therapy backgrounds are frequently considered for lateral entry, and holding an active Arizona Medical Radiologic Technology Board license before applying gives candidates a measurable edge.
Where can I find and apply to nuclear medicine technologist jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to nuclear medicine technologist jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Arizona employers. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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