Nuclear Medicine Technologist Jobs in Pennsylvania
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Pennsylvania represent one of the most active markets in the Mid-Atlantic region, with demand concentrated in large academic medical centers, multi-hospital health systems, and outpatient imaging networks serving both urban and suburban populations at every level from entry-level technologist through senior and lead positions. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown anchor the bulk of hiring, where established employers such as Penn Medicine, UPMC, and Lehigh Valley Health Network maintain consistent openings year-round. The most in-demand specialties in Pennsylvania include PET/CT imaging, cardiac nuclear medicine, and SPECT imaging. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary/Overall Objectives
Responsible for the overall daily operation of the Nuclear Medicine Department. Will oversee the activities of the staff Nuclear Medicine technologist; Assist with annual appraisals on Nuclear Medicine employees/orient new employees. Serve as a liaison between leadership and staff.
Essential Job Functions
- Assists in developing necessary forms, procedures, and protocols.
- Consults with radiologist to determine proper imaging protocol.
- Consults with department leadership to determine proper procedure/guidelines.
- Develops and implements new forms as needed for operations.
- Provides for the safety of patients, other hospital employees, and visitors who may be in the nuclear medicine department.
- Oversees QC/preventative maintenance on equipment.
- Maintains records on equipment calibration/service.
- Reports any necessary equipment malfunction to service provider.
- Evaluates new products/equipment.
- Assists management in determining the value of new products/equipment to meet the needs of the department.
- Reviews new products/equipment on the basis cost effectiveness.
- Makes recommendations for capital purchase of new equipment to department manager.
- Maintains or changes patient/Technologist schedule to provide accessibility and high-quality services.
- Provides proper scheduling for procedures.
- Prepares technologists’ schedule.
- Maintains department statistics and records required by federal, state, and local agencies.
- Assists in ACR accreditation.
- Assist in JCAHO and/or DOH inspections.
- Assists department manager in the development of performance improvement initiatives.
- Develops cost saving initiatives.
- Develops improved patient care initiatives.
- Assists manager in all aspects of the budget process.
- Manages cost within departmental guidelines and budgetary constraints.
- Oversees staff training, hiring, and education.
- Oversees the activities and assists with annual performance appraisals on Nuclear Med staff.
- Assists with interviews for staff positions.
- Orients new employees to department.
- Maintains continuing education for staff.
- Performs all job duties of staff Nuclear Medicine technologist included on job description of nuclear medicine staff technologist.
- Conducts periodic staff meetings. Attends lead/department meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.
Competency and Experience (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
Required Qualifications/Experience
- Completion of a (JRCERT) accredited Nuclear Medicine program.
- Minimum three (3) years of Nuclear Medicine experience
- Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment
- Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Experience in Healthcare setting
License, Certification & Clearances
- Current Nuclear Medicine registry with the ARRTor NMTCB
- Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.
- Act 33 with renewal
- Act 34 with renewal
- Act 73 FBI Clearance
Supervisory Responsibilities
- This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
- Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
- Travel may be expected locally between System locations.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Work Environment
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential – Absolute Necessity.
Marginal – Minimal Necessity.
Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
x
Extreme Cold
x
Heights
x
Confined Spaces
x
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
x
Mechanical Hazards
x
x
Use of Vibrating Tools
x
Operates Vehicle (company)
x
Operates Heavy Equipment
x
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
x
x
Rotates All Shifts
x
x
8 Hours Shifts
x
x
10-12 Hours Shifts
x
x
On-Call
x
x
Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)
x
x
Travel Between Sites
x
x
Direct Patient Care
x
x
Respirator Protective Equipment
x
x
Eye Protection
x
Head Protection (hard hat)
x
Hearing Protection
x
Hand Protection
x
x
Feet, Toe Protection
x
x
Body Protection
x
x
Latex Exposure
x
x
Solvent Exposure
x
Paint (direct use) Exposure
x
Dust (sanding) Exposure
x
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
x
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
x
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
x
x
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
x
x
Mist Exposure
x
Wax Stripper (direct use)
x
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
x
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
x
Laser Exposure
x
Physical Demands
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential – Absolute Necessity.
Marginal – Minimal Necessity.
Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
x
x
Sitting
x
x
Walking
x
x
Climbing Stairs
x
x
Climbing Ladders
x
Standing
x
x
Kneeling
x
x
Squatting (Crouching)
x
x
Twisting/Turning
x
x
Keyboard/Computer Operation
x
x
Gross Grasp
x
x
Fine Finger Manipulation
x
x
Hand/Arm Coordination
x
x
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
x
<20#
Carry
x
<10#
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
x
x
Seeing Near w/Acuity
x
x
Feeling (Sensation)
x
x
Color Vision
x
x
Hearing Clearly
x
x
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
x
x
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
x
x
Reaching Forward
x
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
x
<10#
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
x
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
x
<10#
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
x
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Job Summary/Overall Objectives
Responsible for the overall daily operation of the Nuclear Medicine Department. Will oversee the activities of the staff Nuclear Medicine technologist; Assist with annual appraisals on Nuclear Medicine employees/orient new employees. Serve as a liaison between leadership and staff.
Essential Job Functions
- Assists in developing necessary forms, procedures, and protocols.
- Consults with radiologist to determine proper imaging protocol.
- Consults with department leadership to determine proper procedure/guidelines.
- Develops and implements new forms as needed for operations.
- Provides for the safety of patients, other hospital employees, and visitors who may be in the nuclear medicine department.
- Oversees QC/preventative maintenance on equipment.
- Maintains records on equipment calibration/service.
- Reports any necessary equipment malfunction to service provider.
- Evaluates new products/equipment.
- Assists management in determining the value of new products/equipment to meet the needs of the department.
- Reviews new products/equipment on the basis cost effectiveness.
- Makes recommendations for capital purchase of new equipment to department manager.
- Maintains or changes patient/Technologist schedule to provide accessibility and high-quality services.
- Provides proper scheduling for procedures.
- Prepares technologists’ schedule.
- Maintains department statistics and records required by federal, state, and local agencies.
- Assists in ACR accreditation.
- Assist in JCAHO and/or DOH inspections.
- Assists department manager in the development of performance improvement initiatives.
- Develops cost saving initiatives.
- Develops improved patient care initiatives.
- Assists manager in all aspects of the budget process.
- Manages cost within departmental guidelines and budgetary constraints.
- Oversees staff training, hiring, and education.
- Oversees the activities and assists with annual performance appraisals on Nuclear Med staff.
- Assists with interviews for staff positions.
- Orients new employees to department.
- Maintains continuing education for staff.
- Performs all job duties of staff Nuclear Medicine technologist included on job description of nuclear medicine staff technologist.
- Conducts periodic staff meetings. Attends lead/department meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.
Competency and Experience (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
Required Qualifications/Experience
- Completion of a (JRCERT) accredited Nuclear Medicine program.
- Minimum three (3) years of Nuclear Medicine experience
- Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment
- Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Experience in Healthcare setting
License, Certification & Clearances
- Current Nuclear Medicine registry with the ARRTor NMTCB
- Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.
- Act 33 with renewal
- Act 34 with renewal
- Act 73 FBI Clearance
Supervisory Responsibilities
- This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
- Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
- Travel may be expected locally between System locations.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Work Environment
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential – Absolute Necessity.
Marginal – Minimal Necessity.
Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
x
Extreme Cold
x
Heights
x
Confined Spaces
x
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
x
Mechanical Hazards
x
x
Use of Vibrating Tools
x
Operates Vehicle (company)
x
Operates Heavy Equipment
x
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
x
x
Rotates All Shifts
x
x
8 Hours Shifts
x
x
10-12 Hours Shifts
x
x
On-Call
x
x
Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)
x
x
Travel Between Sites
x
x
Direct Patient Care
x
x
Respirator Protective Equipment
x
x
Eye Protection
x
Head Protection (hard hat)
x
Hearing Protection
x
Hand Protection
x
x
Feet, Toe Protection
x
x
Body Protection
x
x
Latex Exposure
x
x
Solvent Exposure
x
Paint (direct use) Exposure
x
Dust (sanding) Exposure
x
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
x
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
x
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
x
x
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
x
x
Mist Exposure
x
Wax Stripper (direct use)
x
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
x
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
x
Laser Exposure
x
Physical Demands
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential – Absolute Necessity.
Marginal – Minimal Necessity.
Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
x
x
Sitting
x
x
Walking
x
x
Climbing Stairs
x
x
Climbing Ladders
x
Standing
x
x
Kneeling
x
x
Squatting (Crouching)
x
x
Twisting/Turning
x
x
Keyboard/Computer Operation
x
x
Gross Grasp
x
x
Fine Finger Manipulation
x
x
Hand/Arm Coordination
x
x
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
x
<20#
Carry
x
<10#
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
x
x
Seeing Near w/Acuity
x
x
Feeling (Sensation)
x
x
Color Vision
x
x
Hearing Clearly
x
x
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
x
x
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
x
x
Reaching Forward
x
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
x
<10#
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
x
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
x
<10#
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
x
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nuclear medicine technologist jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active Pennsylvania nuclear medicine technologist license issued by the State Board of Medicine
- NMTCB or ARRT (N) certification required by most Pennsylvania employers
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nuclear medicine technology from an accredited program
- Proficiency operating PET/CT, SPECT, and gamma camera imaging systems
- Current CPR or BLS certification from an accredited provider
- Experience with radiopharmaceutical preparation, handling, and radiation safety protocols
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nuclear medicine technologist in Pennsylvania?
To work as a nuclear medicine technologist in Pennsylvania, you must hold an active license issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine under the Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Act. Licensure requires completing an accredited nuclear medicine technology program at the associate or bachelor's level and passing either the NMTCB certification exam or the ARRT Nuclear Medicine Technology exam. Most Pennsylvania employers require both the state license and national certification before you can practice independently.
How much do nuclear medicine technologists make in Pennsylvania?
Nuclear medicine technologists in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $94,570 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $75,270 for the lowest 10% to over $118,110 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire nuclear medicine technologists in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring nuclear medicine technologists in Pennsylvania right now include Geisinger, WellSpan Health, and Allegheny Health Network, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Pennsylvania's large integrated health systems, including academic medical centers and regional hospital networks, account for the majority of consistent openings across the state.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most nuclear medicine technologist jobs?
Danville, Uniontown, and Pittsburgh have the most nuclear medicine technologist openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its concentration of major academic medical centers and multi-site health systems, Pittsburgh follows with UPMC's extensive network driving much of the volume, and Allentown reflects strong demand from Lehigh Valley Health Network and the broader Lehigh Valley regional healthcare market.
Are there remote nuclear medicine technologist jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. Nuclear medicine technology is a hands-on clinical role requiring direct patient contact and in-person operation of imaging equipment, so fully remote positions are uncommon by nature. About 20% of nuclear medicine technologist openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those that exist tend to cover reading, reporting, or quality assurance functions rather than direct patient-facing imaging work.
How can I get hired as a nuclear medicine technologist in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for new-graduate or trainee technologist roles at large Pennsylvania health systems that run structured onboarding programs, particularly UPMC and Penn Medicine, which regularly bring on candidates completing accredited programs even before they have independent clinical experience. Obtaining your Pennsylvania state license and NMTCB or ARRT certification as soon as you graduate significantly strengthens your candidacy. Candidates coming from radiologic technology or radiation therapy backgrounds often move laterally into nuclear medicine roles by completing a post-primary certification pathway, which Pennsylvania employers recognize when filling entry-level openings.
Where can I find and apply to nuclear medicine technologist jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to nuclear medicine technologist jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find roles that fit your experience, credentials, and preferred location and apply directly through each listing.
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