PET/CT Technologist

Astera Cancer Care; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Oncology seeks a PET/CT Technologist under the Director of Imaging to operate the hybrid PET/CT scanner for diagnostic CT exams and PET/CT imaging per physician orders and radiologist guidelines. You will follow NRC and state licensing rules for handling radioactive isotopes and provide quality patient care.

Required: ARRT Radiologic Technology and CT certifications, PET certification within 2 years, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited or registered school of Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT certification in Radiologic Technology required; CT certification required.
• PET certification required within 2 years of hire; NM/PM experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate hybrid PET/CT scanner per physician orders and radiologist guidelines.
• Follow NRC and state licensing rules for handling radioactive isotopes.
• Explain procedures to patients and address their concerns.
• Orient and mentor new staff members.
• Demonstrate outstanding customer service and professional conduct.
• Perform all duties in accordance with Imaging Center policies and procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Critical thinking

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology program

ARRT Radiologic Technology

ARRT CT certification

PET certification within 2 years of hire

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Tennessee Oncology, one of the nation’s largest, community-based cancer care specialists, is home to one of the leading clinical trial networks in the country. Established 1976 in Nashville, Tennessee Oncology’s mission remains unchanged: To provide access to high-quality cancer care and the expertise of clinical research for all patients, at convenient locations within their community and close to their home. Our growing network of physicians and locations is based on this mission. Tennessee Oncology is committed to advancing both the science of detection and targeted treatments, and to making these advances available to every patient. We believe caring for cancer patients is a privilege.

Why Join Us?

We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Job Description:

Under the supervision of the Director of Imaging, the PET/CT Technologist is responsible for the operation of a hybrid PET/CT scanner to perform diagnostic CT exams as well as PET/CT imaging according to the physician’s orders and the radiologist’s guidelines. Follows rules and regulations established by the NRC and state-licensing agencies in the proper method of handling radioactive isotopes and the provision of quality patient care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Comprehensive knowledge of CT cross-sectional anatomy, positioning, radiographic techniques, and radiation protection concepts.
• Insures proper administration of oral and intravenous contrast material when appropriate.
• Measures, administers, and records isotope dosage following established departmental procedures.
• Follows radiation safety techniques in usage and disposal of radioactive isotopes in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Explains procedures to patients and addresses their concerns.
• Orients and mentors new staff members.
• Demonstrates outstanding customer service and displays appropriate behavior.
• Performs all duties in accordance with Tennessee Oncology Policies and Procedures Manual and supplemental procedure established for its Imaging Centers.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate of an accredited or registered school of Radiologic Technology required.
• ARRT certification in Radiologic Technology required.
• ARRT certification in Computerized Tomography required.
• Minimum one year CT experience required. May waive with Director of Imaging approval.
• Graduate of an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine Technology or equal years of experience in Nuclear Medicine and/or PET with NMTCB or equivalent certification preferred but not required.
• PET certification required within 2 years of hire.
• Current Certification in Basic Life Support required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing and able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment assisted up to 50 lbs.

Thank you for your interest in Tennessee Oncology. People like yourself have helped us grow into one of the largest and most influential oncology practices in the country. Our front line heroes are beloved by our patients and their families. Caring for cancer patients is a privilege.