Nuclear Med PET/CT Technologist

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Prepare, calibrate, and administer radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with safety standards and physician orders.
• Perform PET/CT imaging procedures following department protocols and industry best practices.
• Operate PET/CT scanners and related equipment to obtain diagnostic-quality images.
• Verify patient identification, review medical history, and explain procedures to patients and families to ensure comfort and understanding.
• Monitor patients during imaging for safety and comfort, responding promptly to patient needs.
• Adhere to radiation safety principles and maintain compliance with regulatory standards (NRC, state, and institutional).
• Process, analyze, and transfer imaging data to PACS and other reporting systems.
• Maintain accurate documentation of administered doses, patient information, and imaging records.
• Absorb and process scheduling, patient preparation instructions, and quality assurance/quality control procedures.
• Participate in continuing education, staff training, and departmental quality improvement initiatives.
• Flexible and able to multi-task; can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions; demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems.

Job Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
• Current ARRT (N) and/or NMTCB certification required; ARRT (CT) preferred.
• Minimum of one year clinical experience in Nuclear Medicine or PET/CT preferred (new graduates considered).
• Prior experience with PET/CT technology, oncology imaging, or cardiac imaging is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of nuclear medicine, radiopharmaceutical handling, and cross-sectional anatomy.
• Ability to operate PET/CT scanners and related imaging equipment.
• Excellent patient care, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Required to be current in BLS (Basic Life Support) by the standards of the American Heart Association.
• Will be required to show proof of having completed Mandatory Reporter course at the time of hire or attend within 6 months of the start date.
• Consistently support the Compliance Program through personal example; the provision of day-to-day instruction and correction to employees regarding compliance-related issues; application of appropriate discipline as required for compliance violations; and ongoing monitoring of activities and work product in areas of responsibility with respect to compliance-related issues.