PET Technologist

RadNet; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverages

Health Savings Accounts with employer funding

Wellness dollars

401(k) Employer Match

Free services at imaging centers for family

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Houston is seeking a PET Technologist to perform high-quality nuclear medicine and PET/CT imaging on patients. The ideal candidate will hold current ARRT and/or NMTCB certification, as well as BLS and venipuncture certifications. This role offers opportunities for team collaboration and a focus on patient care, along with comprehensive benefits such as medical coverage, health savings accounts, and a 401(k) employer match.

Qualifications

• Must have current ARRT(N) and/or NMTCB certification with State Nuclear Medicine License.
• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have BLS certification.
• Must have venipuncture certification/permit.

Responsibilities

• Perform high quality nuclear medicine and PET/CT images on patients.
• Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients.
• Monitor patients’ well-being during exams.
• Safeguard patient property and health information.
• Interact diplomatically and sympathetically with patients, their families, and the public in a clinical setting.

Skills

Current ARRT(N) and/or NMTCB certification

BLS certification

Venipuncture certification/permit

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Artificial Intelligence; Advanced Technology; The very best in patient care. With decades of expertise, we are Radiology Forward. With dynamic cross-training and advancement opportunities in a team-focused environment, the core of our success is its people with the commitment to a better healthcare experience. When you join us as a PET Technologist, you will be joining a dedicated team of professionals who deliver quality, value, and access in the 21st century and align all stakeholders—patients, providers, payors, and regulators—to achieve the best clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Perform high quality nuclear medicine and/or positron emission tomography/computed tomography images on patients while providing excellent care.
• Assure proper dose of radionuclides are ordered for each patient.
• Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients, guiding them through a sometimes-difficult process by gently talking them through the steps and answering their questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process. Monitor patients’ well-being during exams; recognizes patient discomfort or medical problems and takes appropriate action.
• Demonstrates competency regarding the need to safeguard patient property and Patient Health Information.
• Safeguards any on-site medications in accordance with Company policies, procedures and any legal requirements.
• Demonstrates respect for company property, including any cash and patient financial information on site or on patient portals.
• Is responsive to the needs of others by exhibiting and maintaining professional behavior toward patients and coworkers. Demonstrates respect for patient boundaries and cultural sensitivities during all interactions.
• Demonstrates ability to interact diplomatically and sympathetically with patients, their families, and the public in a clinical setting.
• Demonstrates ability to establish, nurture, and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Qualifications

• Must have current ARRT(N) and/or NMTCB certification with State Nuclear Medicine License.
• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have BLS certification.
• Must have venipuncture certification/permit.

We Offer

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverages.
• Health Savings Accounts with employer funding.
• Wellness dollars.
• 401(k) Employer Match.
• Free services at any of our imaging centers for you and your immediate family.