CERTIFIED PET/CT TECHNOLOGIST - PET SCAN

East Alabama Health; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

East Alabama Health is seeking a Certified PET Technologist in Opelika, Alabama. The role involves operating Positron Emission Tomography equipment and producing images for physician diagnostics. Candidates must have certification from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) and a minimum of 3 years of experience. Preferred qualifications include an Associate's degree and 5 years of experience. This position is critical for quality health care and requires adherence to high standards of service.

Qualifications

• Certification from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) is required.
• 3 years relevant experience is required.
• BLS certification within 90 days of date of hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

• Operating Positron Emission Tomography equipment.
• Producing images and measuring concentrations of radioactive isotopes.
• Providing information for use by physicians in diagnosing patient illnesses.

Education

Graduate of school of Radiography or Nuclear Medicine

Associates Degree (preferred)

Job description

At East Alabama Medical Center, our mission is high quality, compassionate health care, and that statement guides everything we do. We set high standards for customer service, quality, and keeping costs under control.

Position Summary

Certified PET Technologist is responsible for operating Positron Emission Tomography equipment to produce images and measure concentrations of Radioactive Isotopes in specific body areas and body products to obtain information for use by physicians in diagnosing and treating patient illnesses. Technologist has obtained certification from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).

Position Qualifications

• Graduate of school of Radiography or Nuclear Medicine.
• 3 years
• Required Registration/License/Certification.
• BLS within 90 days of DOH/Transfer.
• Preferred Education: Associates Degree.
• Preferred Experience: 5 or more years.
• Preferred Registration/License/Certification.