PET CT Technologist

Cardinal Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a PET/CT Technologist to enhance their imaging center's performance. This role is pivotal in patient interaction, operating advanced diagnostic imaging equipment, and ensuring quality control of imaging processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nuclear medicine and be proficient in managing radiopharmaceuticals while maintaining meticulous records. Join a team that values diversity and is committed to improving healthcare outcomes through innovation and collaboration. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients and the healthcare community.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off plan

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Access to wages before payday

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Short- and long-term disability coverage

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Must possess ARRT (N) or NMTCB certification.
• Current ACLS or BCLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort them throughout the facility.
• Inject radiopharmaceuticals and operate diagnostic imaging equipment.
• Ensure scanning equipment is maintained and operational.

Skills

Patient Interaction

Radiopharmaceutical Injection

Diagnostic Imaging Equipment Operation

Quality Control

Data Entry

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine

Tools

PACS

Document Imaging Software (RIS)

GE PET/CT Camera

Job description

What Nuclear (PET) contributes to Cardinal Health

Diagnostic Imaging uses advanced technology to create images of internal body structures, helping to assess clinical conditions and support diagnosis and treatment. This includes procedures like MRI, ultrasound, X-rays, CT scans, and PET scans.

The PET/CT Technologist is critical to the overall performance and efficiency of the imaging center. This position interacts with all of the various facets of the company, its patients, all center team members and Physician Offices.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and families and escort the patient throughout the facility.
• Inject radiopharmaceuticals and scan patients with diagnostic imaging equipment.
• Verify completeness/integrity of scan order from physicians office at least 48 hours in advance.
• Process images and push to PACS.
• Compare scan order/scan/clinical for veracity, accuracy, and data thoroughness.
• Archive & verify to PACS & to DVD daily.
• Order radiopharmaceuticals and credit unused radiopharmaceuticals daily.
• Run QC scanning equipment; facilitate repairs if necessary.
• Perform QA on all equipment; maintain QA logs, patient logs, and equipment maintenance logs.
• Ensure scanning equipment is in good working order and facilitate repairs if necessary.
• Obtain working knowledge of PET/CT imaging; educate physicians on PET/CT.
• Develop marketing strategy with Clinical Educators.
• Work with patients, physicians, nurses, clinicians, educators, and vendors.
• Develop / implement procedures that improve efficiencies and reduce costs.
• Correctly, legibly, and accurately scan data into document imaging software (RIS) – Charge Out Process.
• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Ensures that all processing and reporting deadlines are consistently achieved.
• Perform any other functions as required by management.

Qualifications

• Ability to work a flexible schedule (including overtime, and weekends,) as necessary.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine.
• Must possess either the ARRT (N) or the NMTCB certification.
• Current ACLS or BCLS certification.

Preferred Skills

• CT imaging experience.
• Experience with GE PET/CT camera.

Location

PET Imaging of Sugar Land

17320 W Grand Parkway S, Suite A

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies basic concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform routine tasks.
• Works on projects of limited scope and complexity.
• Follows established procedures to resolve readily identifiable technical problems.
• Works under direct supervision and receives detailed instructions.
• Develops competence by performing structured work assignments.

Starting Pay rate: $45 per hour

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off plan.
• Health savings account (HSA).
• 401k savings plan.
• Access to wages before payday with myFlexPay.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Work-Life resources.
• Paid parental leave.

Application window anticipated to close: 4/13/2025 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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About Cardinal Health

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities.

We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end‑to‑end solutions and data‑driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives, and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care.

With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges — now, and in the future.