PET/CT Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage

Vision & Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute seeks a PET/CT Technologist to join the diagnostic imaging team. The role involves administering radiopharmaceuticals, operating PET/CT systems, and ensuring patient safety in a high-volume oncology setting.

Responsibilities include dose calculations, quality control, documentation of patient history, and collaboration with physicians while maintaining radiation safety standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology required.
• CNMT or ARRT(N) registered or registry eligible required.
• ARRT (CT) or NMTCB (CT) must be obtained within two years of hire.
• State CRT license ARRT Certification in CT / BLS Certification (Required)

Responsibilities

• Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation intravenously under physician supervision.
• Calculate or measure, and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals.
• Detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patients' bodies using a camera and PET/CT imaging.
• Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals following safety procedures.
• Maintain and calibrate radiology equipment and perform QC checks.
• Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients and assist during tests.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine

CT Imaging

Patient Care

Radioisotope Handling

Education

Radiologic Technology Program (AMA-approved)

CNMT or ARRT(N) registry eligible

Tools

ARRT (CT)

NMTCB CT

Job description

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute seeks a PET/CT Technologist to join the diagnostic imaging team. The role involves administering radiopharmaceuticals, operating PET/CT systems, and ensuring patient safety in a high-volume oncology setting.

Responsibilities include dose calculations, quality control, documentation of patient history, and collaboration with physicians while maintaining radiation safety standards.