PET/CT Technologist
About The Position
Our PET/CT (Dual) Technologists use exceptional communication skills to connect with patients, explain the procedure and put them at ease. With a caring attitude and keen attention to detail, they ensure patient comfort, safety and satisfaction every step of the way. They show their technical competence by effectively interpreting physician orders/instructions and selecting appropriate software options and imaging parameters to produce the highest-quality PET/CT images/studies possible—enabling physicians to diagnose with pinpoint accuracy and treat with confidence. And, because our techs work in a variety of environments—a freestanding outpatient center, a mobile coach, or a hospital-based/inpatient facility—their flexibility allows them to deliver the absolute best imaging care at any access point. Specific duties include, but are not limited to: Responsible for patient safety including pre-screening for contraindications, aseptic injection technique, etc. and radiation safety/regulations, including proper documentation and technique when working with radioactive materials/patients. Produces high quality diagnostic images. Effectively communicates with customers and/or radiologists. Trains new technologists and/or PC's. Trouble-shoots the scanner, coach and peripheral equipment (including: monitors, PACS, coils, etc.).
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience
- Must be dual certified as a Nuclear Medicine or Positron Emissions Tomography Technologist by the NMTCB or ARRT and Computed Tomography Technologist by the ARRT. The following Dual Certification designations meet Akumin policy: NMTCB – Nuclear Medicine or PET and ARRT (CT) or ARRT(N) and ARRT(CT).
- State license required as applicable
- CPR certification
- As applicable, valid state driver’s license
- Ability to work at several locations
- Strong customer service skills
- Organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs
- Local travel may be required
- The COVID-19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment.
- All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s Degree or Equivalent Experience
- A minimum of one year of PET and CT experience
Responsibilities
- Responsible for patient safety including pre-screening for contraindications, aseptic injection technique, etc. and radiation safety/regulations, including proper documentation and technique when working with radioactive materials/patients.
- Produces high quality diagnostic images.
- Effectively communicates with customers and/or radiologists.
- Trains new technologists and/or PC's.
- Trouble-shoots the scanner, coach and peripheral equipment (including: monitors, PACS, coils, etc.).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
