Nuclear Medicine Technologist Jobs in Massachusetts
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Massachusetts draw from one of the most active healthcare markets in the country, with demand concentrated in academic medical centers, large health systems, and outpatient imaging networks at every level from entry-level through senior. The heaviest hiring runs through Boston, Worcester, and Springfield, where institutions like Mass General Brigham, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and UMass Memorial Health maintain consistent staffing needs. The most in-demand specialties are PET/CT imaging, cardiac nuclear medicine, and oncology-focused diagnostic work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Length: 26 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a PET/CT role requiring 1+ year of academic medical center experience and ARRT(N) or CNMT certification.
Details
- Work in the PET/CT area of a Nuclear Medicine department at an academic medical center
- First two weeks of training scheduled Monday-Friday 10:00 AM-6:30 PM
- Following training, schedule shifts to 8H Days from 7:30 AM-4:00 PM, 40 hours per week
- No on-call requirements
- Use of Siemens Biograph mCT 64 and Medrad Intego automated injector
- Handling of unit doses of FDG, Posluma, Amyvid, Dotatate, and Cerianna
- DICOM image push to MIM and McKesson PACS systems
Requirements
- ARRT (N) or CNMT certification required
- BLS-AHA certification required
- Minimum 1 year of experience required at an academic medical center, PET/CT experience preferred
- MA RT license required if not already held (license required if applicable)
- Proficiency in venipuncture and glucometer operation
- Knowledge of and adherence to general radiation safety principles (ALARA) and USP <825>
Additional Information
- Responsibilities include screening patients prior to exams, cleaning incubation rooms and camera after patient use, and stocking supplies in incubation room and hotlab
- Perform computer entry of exam charges and verification of images on PACS system
- Scanning of documents as part of daily duties
- Orientation occurs weekly, typically every Monday barring a holiday
- Hiring manager will conduct interviews and extend offers directly
- Required vaccinations include COVID (plus booster) and Flu, with medical exemptions allowed
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be considered, as local candidates are not accepted
- Previous Beth Israel Lahey Health employees (travel, perm, or per diem) must have a 6-month break from any BILH facility before returning
- All time-off requests must be disclosed prior to consideration for the role
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Length: 26 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a PET/CT role requiring 1+ year of academic medical center experience and ARRT(N) or CNMT certification.
Details
- Work in the PET/CT area of a Nuclear Medicine department at an academic medical center
- First two weeks of training scheduled Monday-Friday 10:00 AM-6:30 PM
- Following training, schedule shifts to 8H Days from 7:30 AM-4:00 PM, 40 hours per week
- No on-call requirements
- Use of Siemens Biograph mCT 64 and Medrad Intego automated injector
- Handling of unit doses of FDG, Posluma, Amyvid, Dotatate, and Cerianna
- DICOM image push to MIM and McKesson PACS systems
Requirements
- ARRT (N) or CNMT certification required
- BLS-AHA certification required
- Minimum 1 year of experience required at an academic medical center, PET/CT experience preferred
- MA RT license required if not already held (license required if applicable)
- Proficiency in venipuncture and glucometer operation
- Knowledge of and adherence to general radiation safety principles (ALARA) and USP <825>
Additional Information
- Responsibilities include screening patients prior to exams, cleaning incubation rooms and camera after patient use, and stocking supplies in incubation room and hotlab
- Perform computer entry of exam charges and verification of images on PACS system
- Scanning of documents as part of daily duties
- Orientation occurs weekly, typically every Monday barring a holiday
- Hiring manager will conduct interviews and extend offers directly
- Required vaccinations include COVID (plus booster) and Flu, with medical exemptions allowed
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be considered, as local candidates are not accepted
- Previous Beth Israel Lahey Health employees (travel, perm, or per diem) must have a 6-month break from any BILH facility before returning
- All time-off requests must be disclosed prior to consideration for the role
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nuclear medicine technologist jobs across Massachusetts.
- Active Massachusetts radiation control program registration or license to practice
- ARRT Nuclear Medicine Technology certification or NMTCB certification required
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nuclear medicine technology from an accredited program
- Hands-on experience operating gamma cameras, PET scanners, and SPECT equipment
- Knowledge of radiopharmaceutical preparation, handling, and quality control procedures
- Current CPR certification and compliance with radiation safety and ALARA principles
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nuclear medicine technologist in Massachusetts?
To work as a nuclear medicine technologist in Massachusetts, you must register with the Massachusetts Radiation Control Program under the Department of Public Health, which requires completing an accredited nuclear medicine technology program and holding either ARRT or NMTCB certification. Most programs are two to four years and lead to an associate or bachelor's degree. After passing the national certification exam, you apply to the Massachusetts Radiation Control Program for your state registration before practicing.
How much do nuclear medicine technologists make in Massachusetts?
Nuclear medicine technologists in Massachusetts earn a median of about $118,250 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $88,470 for the lowest 10% to over $148,900 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire nuclear medicine technologists in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring nuclear medicine technologists in Massachusetts right now include Boston Medical Center, American Traveler, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of academic medical centers and large integrated health systems means hiring tends to be steady throughout the year rather than seasonal.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most nuclear medicine technologist jobs?
Boston, Lowell, and Beverly have the most nuclear medicine technologist openings in Massachusetts. Boston drives the largest share of postings because of its cluster of world-ranked academic hospitals and cancer centers, while Worcester and Springfield anchor significant regional health systems that draw patients from across central and western Massachusetts, generating consistent imaging department staffing needs.
Are there remote nuclear medicine technologist jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. Nuclear medicine technology is a hands-on clinical role that requires direct patient contact and on-site operation of specialized imaging equipment, making fully remote work uncommon. About 0% of nuclear medicine technologist openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically involve administrative, quality assurance, or education and training functions rather than direct patient imaging.
How can I get hired as a nuclear medicine technologist in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate or clinical training programs at large Massachusetts health systems like Mass General Brigham or UMass Memorial Health, which periodically hire entry-level technologists alongside structured mentorship. Candidates who have completed clinical rotations at Massachusetts facilities have a strong advantage because those sites often convert rotation students to hires. Lateral moves from radiologic technology or radiation therapy roles are another common door, particularly for candidates who hold ARRT certification in a related discipline and are pursuing the nuclear medicine specialty credential.
Where can I find and apply to nuclear medicine technologist jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to nuclear medicine technologist jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, and health systems. Find roles that fit your experience and credentials and apply directly through the listings.
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