PET/CT Technologist

American Oncology Network; Casa Grande (AZ); On-site; USD 39,413 - 73,205; Full time

Job summary

American Oncology Network in Arizona is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to administer radiopharmaceuticals and perform diagnostic imaging under physician direction. Maintain HIPAA compliance, patient safety, and regulatory standards.

The role requires a state CRT and NMTCB license, BLS certification, and at least 1 year of PET/CT experience; ARRT preferred. Travel 0-25% may be involved as part of clinic operations across locations.

Qualifications

• High school education required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, calculate, administer, measure, and record radiopharmaceutical dosages with physician prescriptions; perform diagnostic imaging procedures and produce accurate images for interpretation.
• Ensure safe handling, storage, calibration, and disposal of radioactive materials; maintain imaging equipment and comply with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Explain procedures and safety precautions to patients, assist during examinations, protect patient rights and confidentiality per HIPAA.
• Maintain active state licensure in Nuclear Medicine and General Radiography; meet continuing education requirements and comply with policies.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment and assist with training of new staff; support clinic operations across locations as needed.

Skills

Nuclear medicine imaging

Radiopharmaceutical administration

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school education required

Job description

Location

Cancer & Blood Specialists of Arizona

Pay Range

$28.61 - $53.14

Job Summary

Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation to patients to detect diseases, using radiation producing and detective equipment, under direction of physician ensuring viable images are obtained.

Demonstrates working knowledge of all facets of role, relevant regulations, and organizational and departmental policies and procedures. Performs other duties and projects as assigned. Performs all duties in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies and procedures.

Key Performance Areas

KPA 1. Nuclear Medicine Imaging & Radiopharmaceutical Administration

Prepare, calculate, administer, measure, and record radiopharmaceutical dosages in accordance with physician prescriptions; perform diagnostic imaging procedures and produce accurate images for physician interpretation.

KPA 2. Radiation Safety, Compliance & Quality Control

Ensure safe handling, storage, calibration, and disposal of radioactive materials; maintain imaging and laboratory equipment; comply with all federal, state, and organizational safety regulations and quality standards.

KPA 3. Patient Care, Education & Safety

Explain procedures and safety precautions to patients, provide assistance during examinations, protect patient rights, and maintain strict confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and applicable regulations.

KPA 4. Regulatory Compliance & Professional Credentialing

Maintain active state licensure in Nuclear Medicine and General Radiography; meet continuing education requirements; adhere to all federal, state, and organizational policies related to patient care, billing, IT, and disaster recovery.

KPA 5. Operational Support & Team Collaboration

Maintain a safe, organized work environment; assist with training new employees; support clinic operations by working across locations and overtime as needed to meet business demands.

Required Qualifications

Education

• High school education required

Minimum Relevant Experience

• 1 year of experience as PET Technologist preferred

Certifications/Licenses

• State CRT, Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB) license
• ARRT Certification preferred
• BLS certification required

Previous Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year active experience as a PET/CT Technologist is required. Will consider recent graduate of accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program that is eligible to sit for their registry. Must pass Nuclear Medicine or PET Registry exam within 6 months of hire if recent graduate.

Travel

0-25%