Nuclear Medicine Technologist Career Profile
What is a Nuclear Medicine Technologist?
A Nuclear Medicine Technologist is a specialized health-care professional who prepares radiopharmaceuticals and performs diagnostic imaging and theranostic procedures using radioactive materials to both detect and treat disease helping physicians diagnose, monitor, and deliver targeted therapy for a range of conditions.
What is it like working as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist at the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA)?
Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) work in hospitals within our Urban Centre as part of a multidisciplinary health-care team in order to provide the best patient care. Nuclear Medicine Technician work during the day and also provide on-call service in the evenings and on the weekends. Opportunities to grow as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist include taking advanced courses to work in specialized areas and pursuing management and leadership positions.
What can I earn as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist?
The current pay per hour is:
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist I - $36.62 - $39.22
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist II - $38.86 - $41.64
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist Specialty - $38.86 - $41.64
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist Supervisor - $45.07 - $48.29
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist Specialty Supervisor - $45.07 - $48.29
In addition to the above pay bands, the SHA provides a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Extended health and dental benefits
- Defined-benefit pension plan
- Life and disability insurance
- MyWellbeing Program: resiliency resources, mental health and family support
- Annual Vacation
Recruitment incentives and relocation assistance of up to $10,000 may be available based on location!
To learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan Recruitment Incentives for Nuclear Medicine Technologists please see the Provincial and Federal Government Incentives section on our Benefits & Incentives page.
Nuclear Medicine Technologists working with the SHA are unionized employees and are members of the following unions based on location:
- Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE)
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
How do I become a Nuclear Medicine Technologist?
- A Nuclear Medicine Technology Diploma is required to work as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Saskatchewan. These programs are typically 24 – 30 months to complete. There is no training program in Saskatchewan; however there are reserved training seats for Saskatchewan students in the following program in Alberta:
After completing your program, you will need to obtain a license from the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Professionals of Saskatchewan (CMRIPS) and pass the National Certification Exam.
