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Midwest Radiology
Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Imaging Technologist- Nuclear Medicine/PET/CT

Imaging TechFull-Time

Listed compensation

$41.98-$56.55/hr

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Northwest - Coon Rapids, MN
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Education Level: RT(R) Required
  • Salary Range: $41.98 - $56.55Hourly
  • Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. 0.8 FTE Time: Dayside hours (Can vary between 6am - 5pm)
  • Location: Coon Rapids

MN Job Title

Imaging Technologist – Nuclear Medicine/PET/CT LOCATION OR DEPARTMENT: Clinic EXEMPT STATUS/GRADE: Non-Exempt/Step Scale REPORTS TO: Clinic Manager or Lead Technologist SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Summary of Position

Perform nuclear med and CT exams and procedures according to established protocols and regulations to provide quality images and patient care.

Essential Functions

  • Perform all nuclear medicine exams and procedures according to established protocols and regulations to provide quality images and patient care in a timely manner.
  • Perform CT exams and assist physician in invasive procedures in a timely manner.
  • Maintain patient schedule by communicating with scheduling. Order patient doses and ensure delivery.
  • Obtain patient history, answer questions, and provide the patient with information about the exam and/or procedure so they are comfortable and thoroughly understand it.
  • Work with the radiologists, referring clinics and/or patients to ensure the appropriate exams, films and medical records are correct and prepared for the exam.
  • Ensure all necessary paperwork is accurate and complete for the radiologist, referring clinic and the patient’s medical records.
  • Perform hot lab and camera and maintenance and quality control.
  • Communicate with lead technologist or RSO regarding radiation safety issues as needed
  • Participate in Quality improvement initiatives as required by Accreditation.
  • Incorporate company values into daily interactions with internal and external customers.
  • Other duties may include, but are not limited to, training new employees, stocking and/or ordering department supplies and assisting in other departments. Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS:
  • RT (R)(NM) or NMTCB required.
  • RT (R) (CT) required within one year of employment
  • PET Certification required within one year of employment, if applicable.
  • 1-2 years Nuclear Med experience preferred and 6-12 months CT experience preferred
  • IV experience preferred.
  • CPR certification required.
  • Knowledge of basic nuclear medicine, radiologic principles, procedures, methods and techniques required.
  • Knowledge of anatomy and physiology required.
  • Excellent patient care, problem solving, organizational, communication and technical skills required.
  • Ability to work independently, in a team, and with all levels of the organization required.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and take initiative required.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of safety-related work behaviors, including Alara to ensure a safe work environment.
  • Must be competent in using a computer keyboard, email, Imagecast and PACS or similar applications. DAILY PHYSICAL DEMANDS REQUIRED FOR PERFORMING ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB: Requires a moderate amount of sitting, standing, walking, reaching, gripping, twisting, turning and repetitive motion; some bending, kneeling, squatting, stooping and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to operate a keyboard, telephone and other office equipment. Ability to assist patients to walk, sit, stand and move to and from the exam table, wheelchair and/or Hoyer lift. ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • High-Potential exposure to communicable diseases, blood products, bodily fluids and/or hazardous materials common to a radiology setting.
  • High-Potential exposure to ionizing radiation exams rooms and/or involved in the use of ionizing radiation common to a radiology setting. DATE APPROVED BY SUPERVISOR(S): 11/09/2026 DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet Company needs as necessary. The relationship of anyone in this position with the Company is at-will.

Key Responsibilities

Perform nuclear medicine and CT exams according to established protocols to provide quality images and patient care. Maintain patient schedules, manage medical records, and ensure radiation safety compliance.

Requirements

Requires RT(R)(NM) or NMTCB certification, with RT(R)(CT) and PET certification required within one year. Candidates should have 1-2 years of nuclear medicine experience and basic knowledge of radiologic principles and anatomy.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

CPR (preferred)

Key Skills

PET/CT ImagingIV AdministrationOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Nuclear Medicine Technology Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$102k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $104k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Midwest Radiology holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 74/100, 5 active listings.

What does the Nuclear Medicine Technology market look like in Minnesota?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$87k–$118kNuclear Medicine Technology median $97k (middle half $86k–$100k)11 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$104k in purchasing powerMinnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
All nuclear medicine technology listings in Minnesota42 active1,682 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 28% no call · 60% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 26% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 7% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Nuclear Medicine Technology pay trend (all specialties)+6.0% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Midwest Radiologysilver tier, 74/100Top Employers work-life index5 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. Minnesota figures use all nuclear medicine technologys: too few Minnesota Nuclear Medicine Technology postings state pay.

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Living in Coon Rapids

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$327k
Typical market rent
$1,672/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.8
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.