PET/CT Technologist

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 136,680,000 - 202,069,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Sentara Healthcare Inc. is seeking a PET/CT technologist to perform PET/CT imaging under physician supervision. You will position patients, prepare radiopharmaceuticals, manage doses, and operate radiology systems while maintaining QA standards.

The role requires ARRRT CT certification with registry within 2 years, and IV/contrast competency. This is a full-time on-site opportunity with comprehensive benefits and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• ALD Radiologic Sciences or trade school certificate required.
• ARRT (CT) required; CT registry obtained within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conducts PET/CT imaging under physician direction.
• Position patients for correct anatomy/pathology demonstrations.
• Prepare, dose manage and administer radiopharmaceuticals; IV/oral CT contrast.
• Explain procedures and discharge instructions; complete documentation.
• Comply with radioactive activity monitoring and QA standards.

Skills

Patient positioning

Radiopharmaceuticals administration

CT imaging techniques

IV competency

Education

ALD Radiologic Sciences certificate

Trade school certificate

Tools

Radiology equipment

Electronic radiology systems

Job description

Overview

Sentara is hiring for a PET/CT tech!

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.

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

Compensation and Benefits

• 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, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
• 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.