PET/CT Technologist: Patient‑Focused Imaging Expert

Associates In Medical Imaging, LLC; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Associates in Medical Imaging, LLC seeks a PET Technologist to operate PET/CT scanners for diagnostic purposes. The role emphasizes patient preparation, image acquisition, quality control, and collaboration with radiologists and other health care professionals.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited radiography program, ARRT registered, and certified as a nuclear medicine technologist (ARRT or NMTCB). This is a full-time position in an outpatient center environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiography program; ARRT registered.
• Certified nuclear medicine technologist (ARRT or NMTCB) is required.
• PET/CT experience or CT training with 500 clinical hours.

Responsibilities

• Operate PET/CT scanner for data acquisition and image reconstruction.
• Prepare patients and educate prior to PET/CT procedures.
• Maintain records in imaging and radiology information systems.
• Ensure safety/protection protocols for radiation exposure.
• Communicate with radiologists, nuclear medicine physicians and patients.
• Perform quality control and maximize productivity.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited radiography program

ARRT or NMTCB nuclear medicine certification

Tools

Radiology information system

Gamma camera

Job description

Associates in Medical Imaging, LLC seeks a PET Technologist to operate PET/CT scanners for diagnostic purposes. The role emphasizes patient preparation, image acquisition, quality control, and collaboration with radiologists and other health care professionals.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited radiography program, ARRT registered, and certified as a nuclear medicine technologist (ARRT or NMTCB). This is a full-time position in an outpatient center environment.