PET/CT Technologist -PRN

Akumin; Tennessee; Sur place; USD 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Akumin is seeking an experienced nuclear technologist to provide scanning coverage and support team members in the field. Responsibilities include producing high-quality diagnostic images and collaborating with physician groups and radiologists on quality issues.

Qualified candidates must possess an Associate's Degree, NMTCB or ARRT (N) state license, and at least 3 years of experience in high-pressure environments. The role may require travel up to 90% of the time across various locations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a nuclear technologist.
• Experience in high-pressure environments with patient satisfaction surveys.
• Ability to work at multiple locations across the region.

Responsabilités

• Provide scanning coverage and support team members in the field.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety.
• Collaborate with local ADDs and physician groups on quality issues.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Multi-tasking

Formation

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Outils

NMTCB or ARRT (N) state license

CPR certification

Description du poste

Responsibilities

• Provide scanning coverage and support team members in the field with PET/CT training and troubleshooting.
• Perform clinical competencies and team member evaluations after internal milestones are met.
• Produce high‑quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety (pre‑screening, aseptic injection techniques, radiation safety, documentation, etc.).
• Operate PET/CT scanners, mobile coaches, and peripheral equipment (monitors, PACS, coils, etc.).
• Collaborate with local ADDs, physician groups, radiology directors, and radiologists on software, customer portal, scanning protocols, and quality issues.
• Assist the sales team with start‑ups and new business opportunities.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent experience.
• NMTCB or ARRT (N) state license, as required.
• CPR certification.
• Valid state driver's license.
• 3+ years of experience as a nuclear technologist in high‑pressure/high‑visibility environments with regular patient satisfaction surveys.
• Experience managing business relationships with physicians and customers.
• Strong communication skills at all organizational levels and adaptability to new environments.
• Ability to work at multiple locations across the region.
• Excellent organizational and multi‑tasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programming.

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge and experience with multiple OEMs and vendors such as GE, Siemens, Philips, etc.

Physical Requirements

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit.

The employee will be exposed to a strong magnetic field and potential blood/body fluids, infectious disease, and environmental hazards (e.g., noise).

Travel may be required up to 90% of the time.

More than 50% of the time: sit, stand, walk; repetitive hand, arm and leg movements.

Less than 50% of the time: stoop, kneel, crawl; climb, balance; carry and lift non‑ambulatory patients.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.