PET/CT Technologist | Flexible PRN Imaging & Patient Care

Akumin; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Defined PTO and sick time

Job summary

Akumin in Asheville, NC is seeking a PET/CT Technologist to join our outpatient imaging team. The role focuses on producing high-quality PET/CT images, ensuring patient safety, pre-screening for contraindications, and maintaining regulatory compliance.

You will communicate with patients and radiologists, train junior technologists, and troubleshoot imaging equipment across multiple sites. Requirements include NMTCB or ARRT(N) certification, CPR, state license if required, and 1-2 years

Qualifications

• Certification in Nuclear Medicine or equivalent ARRT/NMTCB required.
• CPR certification and active state licensure as applicable.
• 1-2 years of Nuclear Medicine or PET/CT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality diagnostic PET/CT images for interpretation.
• Pre-screen patients for contraindications and ensure radiation safety.
• Explain procedures and communicate with patients and radiologists.
• Train new technologists and PCs on workflows and safety.
• Troubleshoot scanner and peripheral equipment as needed.

Skills

Patient communication

Attention to detail

Customer service

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

NMTCB or ARRT(N) Certification

State license (as applicable)

CPR certification

Tools

PACS

Imaging equipment (PET/CT scanner)

Radiology software

Job description

Akumin in Asheville, NC is seeking a PET/CT Technologist to join our outpatient imaging team. The role focuses on producing high-quality PET/CT images, ensuring patient safety, pre-screening for contraindications, and maintaining regulatory compliance.

You will communicate with patients and radiologists, train junior technologists, and troubleshoot imaging equipment across multiple sites. Requirements include NMTCB or ARRT(N) certification, CPR, state license if required, and 1-2 years