PET/CT Technologist

Sentara Health; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year

Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000

Annual discretionary bonus

Job summary

Sentara RMH Medical Center in Harrisonburg, VA, seeks a PET/CT Technologist for a full-time, day-shift role.

The position involves imaging, dose management, and patient education under physician direction, with ARRT(N) or CNMT required and BLS preferred. Base pay ranges $47.70–$70.52 per hour, with potential bonuses and shift differentials.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Trade School degree in Nuclear Medicine (Required).
• ARRT (N) or CNMT credential required; BLS certification preferred.
• Proficiency in patient preparation, dose management, and radiopharmaceutical handling.

Responsibilities

• Conduct PET/CT imaging under physician supervision with proper positioning.
• Prepare, dose, and administer radiopharmaceuticals and CT contrast.
• Operate imaging equipment and RIS/PACS systems.
• Prepare patient room/equipment and educate patients and families.
• Maintain documentation and QA/QA compliance with regulations.
• Demonstrate IV competency and safety during procedures.

Skills

PET/CT imaging

IV competency

Patient education

Education

Trade School degree in Nuclear Medicine

ARRT (N) or CNMT

BLS

Job description

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.

Sign on Bonus

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)

Location

City/State: Harrisonburg, VA

Work Shift: First (Days)

Job Description

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

Compensation

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.

Benefits

• 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.

About Sentara RMH Medical Center

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

Equal Opportunity

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.

Remote Work

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.