PET/CT Technologist

Sentara Health; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

401k with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Sentara Health in Norfolk, VA is seeking a PET/CT technologist to perform PET/CT imaging under physician supervision, including patient positioning and preparation of radiopharmaceuticals. You will manage IV/CT contrast dosing and operate radiology equipment, while educating patients and completing documentation.

Requirements include ALD Radiologic Sciences or a trade school certificate, and ARRT (CT) certification or CT registry within 2 years of hire; IV competency is required.

Qualifications

• IV competency required.

Responsibilities

• Perform PET/CT imaging under physician direction and ensure proper patient positioning.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, IV and oral CT contrast, and dose management.
• Explain examination procedures and discharge instructions and complete documentation.
• Maintain quality control and comply with state, federal, and local regulations.

Skills

IV competency

Education

ALD Radiologic Sciences or Trade school certificate

Job description

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 preparation, dose management and administration of radiopharmaceuticals, 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. Comply 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. IV competency required.

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview

Sentara is hiring for a PET/CT tech!

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 preparation, dose management and administration of radiopharmaceuticals, 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. Comply 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. IV competency required.

Education

ALD Radiologic Sciences or Trade school certificate

Licenses and Certifications

ARRT (CT) required CT registry obtained within 2 years of hire

Experience

n/a

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 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.