PET Technologist - Per Diem
- PRN / per diem
How this pay compares
This posting states $80 an hour. Open nuclear medicine technologist jobs in New Jersey post a median of $60.15 an hour, the middle half $50.20–$69.12, across 38 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Nuclear medicine technologists employed in New Jersey earn a median of $59.75 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
Overview
$80/hr - Per Diem Rate
University Radiology, the largest provider of subspecialty radiology and teleradiology services in NJ, is comprised of over 200 Board Certified radiologists with advanced U.S.-based training and expertise in all modalities and all subspecialty areas. In operation for more than 60 years, University Radiology staffs, manages and provides preliminary and final subspecialty interpretations and consultative support for hospitals, imaging centers and other medical facilities, and serves as the academic radiology faculty at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Our physicians interpret over 2.1 million radiology procedures per year.
Responsibilities
University Radiology has an incredible opportunity for a Per Diem PET/NUC Med Technologist for our NEW Lyndhurst, NJ Imaging Office.
Schedule
E/O Saturday & PTO coverage as needed
Our PET/NUC Med Technologists perform diagnostic imaging procedures using radiopharmaceuticals and imaging equipment, such as PET scanners, to create images of the body's internal functions and structures. Key responsibilities include preparing and administering radioactive drugs to patients, ensuring patient safety and comfort, operating imaging equipment, and maintaining equipment and radiation safety protocols.
*May be required to perform duties in or near areas containing specialized imaging equipment and must be able to adhere to all department and facility safety protocols.
Qualifications
- NJDEP State License and CPR Certification
- A minimum of two years experience
- ARRT(N) or NMTCB(N) Certification
- ARRT(CT) or NMTCB/CT for Fusion Modality PREFERRED
Pay Range
$80/hr
Join our growing team!
University Radiology is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
From University Radiology's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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