PET/CT Imaging Specialist - Nuclear Medicine

Ultipro; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life Insurance

Free Parking

Paid time off

Education assistance

403(b) with employer matching

Wellness Program

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Community Hospital in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a Nuc Med PET/CT Tech to perform PET/CT and Nuclear Medicine examinations in accordance with physician orders and established protocols. The role requires patient screening, preparation, venipuncture, radiopharmaceutical administration, and selecting imaging protocols while applying ALARA principles.

Candidates should have accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology education, NMTCB/ARRT certification, BLS, and prior PET/CT experience; relocation to

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• Current NMTCB and/or ARRT certification in Nuclear Medicine.
• Current ARRT CT certification in addition to Nuclear Medicine is preferred.
• Current CT certification/registration through ARRT or equivalent.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Previous Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs PET/CT and Nuclear Medicine examinations per orders and protocols.
• Screens patients for contraindications, allergies, pregnancy status, and safety factors.
• Prepares patients for PET/CT and Nuclear Medicine examinations, including fasting as applicable.
• Performs venipuncture and administers radiopharmaceuticals and contrast media as allowed.
• Selects imaging protocols based on orders and patient factors.
• Acquires diagnostic-quality PET and CT images with ALARA principles.
• Reviews images for quality and may obtain additional images.
• Monitors patients and responds to adverse reactions.
• Assists with department workflow and other imaging duties within scope.

Skills

Communication

Patient screening

Safety awareness

Venipuncture

Education

Nuclear Medicine Technology certification

Associate degree or higher preferred

NMTCB/ARRT certification

BLS certification

Job description

Community Hospital in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a Nuc Med PET/CT Tech to perform PET/CT and Nuclear Medicine examinations in accordance with physician orders and established protocols. The role requires patient screening, preparation, venipuncture, radiopharmaceutical administration, and selecting imaging protocols while applying ALARA principles.

Candidates should have accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology education, NMTCB/ARRT certification, BLS, and prior PET/CT experience; relocation to