PET CT Technologist I - LGH/Full-Time Days
Centra Health · Lynchburg, VA · 1 mo ago
Healthcare$33.79–$50.68/hrFull-time
Compensation
Bonus eligible: up to $25,000 for experienced new hires in this full‑time position (must have 2 years or more to qualify). Hourly rate ranges from $33.79 to $50.68.
Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostic PET‑CT / CT imaging procedures.
- Conduct quality control of all hot‑lab and imaging equipment.
- Prepare and measure radiopharmaceuticals.
- Inject radiopharmaceuticals or IV contrast; administer oral contrast.
- Set up imaging protocols and position patients.
- Reconstruct images, film, and manage network image transfers and archiving.
- Adhere to all radiation safety rules; survey department areas and record readings.
- Collect patient clinical information in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Maintain proper documentation per NRC/State licensure requirements.
- Follow hospital fire, safety, and emergency codes.
- May perform other duties as assigned; job specifications can be modified or updated at any time.
Qualifications
- Education: Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program (required). Preferred: Bachelor’s degree.
- Experience: Minimum 6 months as a PET‑CT technologist.
- Certifications and Licensures (required): Current ARRT (N) or CNMT certification; CPR certification from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.
- Preferred Certifications and Licensures: CNMT (PET), ARRT (N)(CT), CNMT (CT).