PET/CT Technologist: Advanced Diagnostic Imaging Expert

Arch Health Partners, Inc. d/b/a Palomar Health Medical Group; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Palomar Health Medical Group's Radiology department is seeking a PET/CT Technologist to perform diagnostic PET/CT examinations using advanced imaging equipment to aid in diagnosis, staging, and treatment planning.

The role includes reviewing patient history, administering radiopharmaceuticals, image acquisition and processing, collaboration with radiologists, and maintaining strict radiation safety and accurate documentation in RIS, PACS, and EMR systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; completion of PET/CT program.
• Current ARRT(CT) certification and ARRT(R)/NMTCB as applicable; venipuncture certification.
• English proficiency and effective communication in clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Review patient history and contraindications; prepare/ administer radiopharmaceuticals.
• Perform PET/CT imaging, processing, fusion and post-processing to produce diagnostic images.
• Collaborate with radiologists to ensure proper imaging protocols; communicate significant findings.

Skills

Spanish language

Radiology procedures

Patient care

Venipuncture

Radiation safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

PET/CT educational program

Tools

RIS

PACS

EMR

Radiopharma tracking systems

Job description

Palomar Health Medical Group's Radiology department is seeking a PET/CT Technologist to perform diagnostic PET/CT examinations using advanced imaging equipment to aid in diagnosis, staging, and treatment planning.

The role includes reviewing patient history, administering radiopharmaceuticals, image acquisition and processing, collaboration with radiologists, and maintaining strict radiation safety and accurate documentation in RIS, PACS, and EMR systems.