PET-CT Technologist - El Paso, TX

US Oncology Inc.; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

US Oncology Inc. is seeking a PET/CT Technologist for the El Paso Gateway Cancer Center. The role can be level 1, 2, or Sr based on experience, performing critical PET imaging procedures.

Responsibilities include conducting diagnostic procedures, compliance support, and quality control measures. Ideal candidates will have the necessary educational background and certifications along with experience in nuclear medicine.

Physical demands include lifting and capacity to handle various patient situations, making this role vital in our commitment to quality care.

Qualifications

• Minimum three to five years experience in nuclear medicine and/or previous PET experience preferred.
• General knowledge of patient scheduling and billing systems.
• Minimum five years experience in nuclear medicine for Level 2 role.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic PET imaging procedures including patient positioning and image filing.
• Assist in procedure scheduling and front-office functions.
• Conduct daily quality control measures to monitor scanner performance.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine Technology

Radiologic Technology

Patient Scheduling

Customer Service

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or Radiologic Technology

PET-CT certification

CNMT and/or ARRT (N) certification

Job description

Overview

Texas Oncology is looking for a PET/CT Technologist to join our team at the El Paso Gateway Cancer Center. This position can be level 1, 2, or Sr based on candidate work experience.

Responsibilities

Under general supervision, performs PET imaging procedures and related functions. Collaborates with Medical Director and management on technical issues, equipment performance and QA. Supports compliance with US Oncology Compliance Program.

• Performs diagnostic PET imaging procedures, including injection of radiopharmaceutical, protocol setup, patient positioning, reconstruction and image filing, network transfers, and archiving.
• Assists in procedure scheduling and front‑office functions to ensure smooth workflow.
• Ensures accuracy of patient demographic information, report distribution and patient files.
• Assists with collection of clinical data for patient follow‑up and development of teaching and educational information.
• Provides protection for patient and self in accordance with prescribed safety standards. Conducts daily quality control measures to monitor scanner performance.
• Reports all malfunctions and/or need for service to the proper company or facility.
• Responsible for patient data and films, including printing, archiving, retrieval, network data transfers, tracking and logging of loaned and requested outside films.
• Understands contraindications for IV contrast, recognizes possible reactions and follows procedure in case of reaction.
• Orders necessary office, medical, printing and archiving media.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate for the PET Technologist position will have the following background and experience.

Level 1

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology (AMA accredited) or Radiologic Technology (AMA accredited) and PET‑CT certification.
• Minimum three to five years experience in nuclear medicine and/or previous PET experience preferred.
• General knowledge of patient scheduling and billing systems.
• CNMT and/or ARRT (N) certification and state licensure where applicable.

Level 2 (in addition to Level 1 requirements)

• Minimum five years experience in nuclear medicine, including at least two years previous PET or nuclear medical experience.

Level Sr (in addition to Levels 1 and 2 requirements)

• Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology, Radiologic Technology, or from an AMA accredited program.
• Minimum four years nuclear medical PET experience.

Competencies

• Customer Focused: Deliberately seeks to understand customer requirements; anticipates primary needs; is service‑oriented and demonstrates initiative and creativity in solving customer needs.
• Commits to Quality: Emphasizes the need to deliver quality products and/or services; defines standards for quality and evaluates against those standards; manages quality.
• Teamwork/Collaboration: Seeks to accomplish individual and group goals by creating and leveraging cross‑functional teams; works well with others by compromising and using creativity; demonstrates appreciation for other’s points of view.

Physical Demands

Physical demands include full range of body motion, manual and finger dexterity, eye‑hand coordination, lifting and carrying items up to 50 pounds, lifting and pushing patients in wheelchairs or stretchers up to 300 pounds, reaching above shoulder height, sitting or standing for extended periods, and corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Work Environment

Work environment includes regular exposure to direct contact with patients, potential for exposure to blood, toxic substances, ionizing radiation and other conditions common to a clinic environment.