PET/CT Technologist

Akumin; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Akumin is seeking a Regional PET/CT technologist to provide exceptional patient care while performing imaging procedures. Candidates should have strong communication skills and the ability to work in various environments, including outpatient centers and mobile units.

The ideal applicant has a high school diploma (or equivalent) along with certification in Nuclear Medicine. Responsibilities include ensuring patient safety, producing diagnostic images, and training new staff. A commitment to diversity and equal opportunity is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Certification in Nuclear Medicine by the NMTCB or ARRT (N) State license, as required.
• CPR certification.
• Valid state driver’s license, as applicable.
• Ability to work at several locations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety, including pre-screening for contraindications and aseptic injection technique.
• Maintain radiation safety and adhere to regulations.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic images.
• Communicate effectively with patients and radiologists.
• Train new technologists and PC’s.
• Troubleshoot the scanner and peripheral equipment.

Skills

Strong customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking skills

Basic knowledge of computer applications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Regional PET/CT technologists use exceptional communication skills to connect with patients, explain the procedure and put them at ease. With a caring attitude and keen attention to detail, they ensure patient comfort, safety and satisfaction every step of the way. They show their technical competence by effectively interpreting physician orders/instructions and selecting appropriate software options and imaging parameters to produce the highest‑quality PET/CT images/studies possible—enabling physicians to diagnose with pinpoint accuracy and treat with confidence. Because our techs work in a variety of environments—a freestanding outpatient center, a mobile coach, or a hospital‑based/inpatient facility—their flexibility allows them to deliver the absolute best imaging care at any access point.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety, including pre‑screening for contraindications and aseptic injection technique.
• Maintain radiation safety and adhere to regulations, documenting proper technique when working with radioactive materials/patients.
• Produce high‑quality diagnostic images.
• Communicate effectively with patients and with radiologists.
• Train new technologists and PC’s.
• Troubleshoot the scanner, coach and peripheral equipment (e.g., monitors, PACS, coils).

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certification in Nuclear Medicine by the NMTCB or ARRT (N) State license, as required.
• CPR certification.
• Valid state driver’s license, as applicable.
• Ability to work at several locations.
• Strong customer service, organizational and multi‑tasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• 1-2 years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures and studies.

Physical Requirements

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit, to a strong magnetic field, and to blood/body fluids and infectious disease. Other environmental hazards include exposure to noise and travel. Tasks: More than 50% of the time – sit, stand, walk, repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs, see, speak and hear. Less than 50% of the time – stoop, kneel or crawl, climb and balance, carry and lift (ability to move non‑ambulatory patients).

Equal Opportunity Statement

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.