PET/CT Technologist

Sentara Health; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Sentara RMH Medical Center in Harrisonburg, VA, is seeking a PET/CT Technologist for a full-time, day-shift role. Up to a $15,000 Sign-On Bonus is available. Hours are five 8-hour shifts, with shifts staggered between 5am and 8am and rotating weekend call.

Responsibilities include PET/CT imaging under physician supervision, IV competency, patient education, and adherence to QA/QC standards. ARRT (N) or CNMT certification required along with BLS. Base pay ranges from $47.70 to $70.52 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of trade school in Nuclear Medicine.
• Certification: ARRT (N) or CNMT required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct PET/CT imaging under physician supervision.
• Explain examination procedure and discharge instructions to patient.
• Obtain IV competency and prepare patient room/equipment.
• Prepare and maintain supplies and ensure quality control standards.

Skills

PET/CT imaging

Patient positioning

Dose management

IV competency

Patient education

Education

Trade school in Nuclear Medicine

ARRT (N) or CNMT

BLS

Tools

Radiology systems

Medical imaging software

Job description

City/State Harrisonburg, VA Work Shift First (Days)

Overview: Sentara RMH Medical Center, in Harrisonburg, VA, is currently hiring a PET/CT Technologist to join our team in a full time, day shift position. Up to $15,000 Sign On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates! Hours Monday – Friday: five/8-hour shifts per week Shift start times are staggered between 5am and 8am Rotating weekend call (Saturday and Sunday)

Overview Conducts PET/CT imaging of patients, within scope of demonstrated competency under the direction of a qualified physician, to include: positioning of patient for demonstration of correct anatomy/pathology. Competent in preperation, dose management and administration of radiopharmceuticals, radioisotopes, IV and oral CT contrast, operation of radiation producing equipment, operation of the electronic radiology systems, preparation of patient room/equipment, provides patient and family education and maintains adequate supply inventory. Explains examination procedure and discharge instructions to patient and completes departmental documentation. Complies with all radioactive activity monitoring and documentation. Performs to all quality control and quality assurance standards as prescribed by all state, federal, and local agencies. Obtain IV competency.

Education Minimum of Trade School degree in Nuclear Medicine (Required) Certification/Licensure ARRT (N) or CNMT (Required) BLS Keyword: NMT, Imaging, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Nuclear Med, PET, CT, Talroo - Allied Health, Monster

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $47.70 - $70.52 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Benefits:

Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan

Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara RMH Medical Center, a Magnet designated hospital located in Harrisonburg VA, serves a seven-county area with a population of 218,000 residents, employing 2600 locals. The 238-bed community hospital has been serving Harrisonburg, Rockingham County and surrounding areas since 1912, then partnered with the Sentara Health System in May of 2011. Sentara RMH features the RMH Hahn Cancer Center, a state-of-the-art center equipped with the latest cancer fighting technologies available in the nation administrating more than 18,000 cancer treatments. With 1800 delivered babies, 60,000 emergency patients and 21,000 surgical procedures, Sentara has a position for you. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.

Our Caring Workplace Environment

• A Caring Commitment serving our community for 100+ years
• Free and convenient parking
• Collaboration and shared governance
• CMS 5-Star and Magnet designated hospital
• EAP – 24 x 7

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce.

Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco‑free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Sentara Health is a Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina based not‑for‑profit integrated healthcare provider that has been in business for over 131 years.

Offering hundreds of sites of care including 12 hospitals, PACE, home health, hospice, medical groups, imaging services, therapy, outpatient surgery centers, and an 858,000 member health plan.

The people of the communities that we serve have nominated Sentara "Employer of Choice" for over ten years.

U.S. News and World Report has recognized Sentara as having the Best Hospitals for 15+ years.

Sentara offers professional development and a continued employment philosophy!