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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Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist – Level I Trauma | 5x8 Days | 40 Hrs | Tucson, AZ
If you’re a Nuclear Medicine Technologist with strong SPECT/CT and hybrid imaging experience, this is the kind of assignment that can add real value to your resume.
Why This Assignment Stands Out
Level I Trauma Center
13-week contract
40 guaranteed hours/week
5x8 day schedule
Start times between 7:00 AM–8:30 AM
Work with Siemens and GE equipment
Exposure to advanced Nuclear Medicine procedures and therapies
Tucson, Arizona
What They’re Looking For
Strong general Nuclear Medicine experience
Hybrid imaging experience
SPECT/CT experience
Experience with Siemens and GE equipment
Ability to manage a busy, high-acuity department
Advanced therapy experience is a plus
Previous travel experience preferred
Active Arizona Nuclear Medicine Technologist license required
Must be comfortable floating between campuses when needed
Travelers must live 50+ miles from the facility
This is a strong opportunity for a Nuclear Med Tech who wants full-time day hours, advanced imaging exposure, and Level I Trauma Center experience.
#WorkwolfTravel Nuclear Medicine Technologist – Level I Trauma | 5x8 Days | 40 Hrs | Tucson, AZ
If you’re a Nuclear Medicine Technologist with strong SPECT/CT and hybrid imaging experience, this is the kind of assignment that can add real value to your resume.
Why This Assignment Stands Out
Level I Trauma Center
13-week contract
40 guaranteed hours/week
5x8 day schedule
Start times between 7:00 AM–8:30 AM
Work with Siemens and GE equipment
Exposure to advanced Nuclear Medicine procedures and therapies
Tucson, Arizona
What They’re Looking For
Strong general Nuclear Medicine experience
Hybrid imaging experience
SPECT/CT experience
Experience with Siemens and GE equipment
Ability to manage a busy, high-acuity department
Advanced therapy experience is a plus
Previous travel experience preferred
Active Arizona Nuclear Medicine Technologist license required
Must be comfortable floating between campuses when needed
Travelers must live 50+ miles from the facility
This is a strong opportunity for a Nuclear Med Tech who wants full-time day hours, advanced imaging exposure, and Level I Trauma Center experience.
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist Job Market in Arizona
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
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, Talented Medical Solutions, and HiredFirst, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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?
Tucson, Phoenix, 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 August 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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