Lead PET/CT Technologist-Full Time

Mary Washington Healthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 73,012 - 108,830; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare is seeking a Lead PET CT Technologist to perform high-quality PET CT imaging, verify orders, and maintain clinical and operational standards across the department.

The role includes training staff, managing schedules, tracking patient satisfaction, and collaborating on program improvements while complying with ACR accreditation requirements. Strong experience and ARRT/NMTCB certifications are required.

Qualifications

• VA State Radiologic Technologist license is required.
• ARRT registered in Radiologic Technology or NMTCB registered and documented training on the provision of diagnostic CT exams required.
• Advanced level certification by the ARRT or NMTCB in computed tomography required.
• CNMT or ARRT in Nuclear Medicine Technology required.
• Minimum of three years' relevant experience required, five years preferred.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers required.

Responsibilities

• Leads the daily processes of the PET CT department and ensures adherence to policies and standards.
• Serves as a preceptor for newly hired PET CT staff and ensures proper training.
• Maintains staff schedule for adequate coverage and efficiency.
• Manages inventory to prevent disruptions.
• Tracks patient satisfaction and develops improvement plans when needed.
• Collaborates on research and program evaluation to improve PET CT services.
• Prepares patients for PET CT exams and verifies orders and histories.
• Administers radiopharmaceuticals and contrast agents per guidelines and ensures image quality.
• Records patient data and reports, maintaining department records and imaging quality.
• Provides daily volume, wait times, and monthly statistics to management.
• Maintains compliance with ACR accreditation and supports re-accreditation.

Skills

Leadership

Preceptor

Team collaboration

Education

VA Radiologic Technologist license

ARRT or NMTCB CT certification

CNMT or ARRT Nuclear Medicine Technology

BLS for Healthcare Providers

Tools

PACS

MRI safety

Job description

Start the day excited to make a difference... end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Monday–Friday 8:30am–5:00pm.

Job Summary

The Lead PET CT Technologist is responsible for performing high-quality PET CT imaging, ensuring adherence to protocol, and supporting the clinical and operational functions of the PET CT department. This role also ensures compliance with regulatory standards and contributes to patient care, staff training, and departmental performance.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Leads and monitors the daily processes of the PET CT department, ensuring adherence to policies, regulatory standards, and operational guidelines. Collaborates with management to maintain high levels of clinical and operational performance.
• Serves as a preceptor for newly hired PET CT staff, ensuring proper training and integration into the department.
• Maintains the staff schedule to ensure adequate coverage and operational efficiency.
• Monitors and manages the inventory of supplies and materials to ensure adequate stock and prevent operational disruptions.
• Tracks and reports patient satisfaction scores for the department, developing action plans when scores fall below target goals.
• Collaborates with management on subject research, evaluating and recommending new programs, services, technologies, and operational tools to improve the PET CT service line.
• Prepares patients for PET CT exams, confirming physician orders, verifying patient identity, and collecting relevant medical histories. Performs PET CT procedures across all patient age groups while maintaining clinical competency.
• Administers radiopharmaceuticals and contrast agents following established guidelines. Reviews and ensures high-quality PET CT images for accurate diagnostic information.
• Records and files patient data, procedural details, and billing information to maintain accurate department records. Reports technical quality of images to supervisors.
• Provides reports on daily volume, wait times, and end-of-month statistics for management.
• Assists in maintaining compliance with ACR accreditation requirements and supports re-accreditation processes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• VA State Radiologic Technologist license is required for all outpatient facilities.
• ARRT registered in Radiologic Technology or NMTCB registered and documented training on the provision of diagnostic CT exams required.
• Advanced level certification by the ARRT or NMTCB in computed tomography required.
• CNMT or ARRT in Nuclear Medicine Technology required.
• Minimum of three years' relevant experience required, five years preferred.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers required.

Additional Qualifications for PET

• CNMT or ARRT in Nuclear Medicine Technology required

Mary Washington Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment practices due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements

Physical Requirements: Constant (67–100% of workday) use of arms and hands; frequent (34–66% of workday) standing, walking, sitting; occasional (0–33% of workday) bending and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull up to 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination.

Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

For MRI Associates: Must complete MRI Associate screening and be approved to work in the MRI environment (Zones 3 & 4) at all times.

It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.

Compensation Pay Range: $52.85 - $79.27