PET Technologist Aide per diem

Shields Imaging Management at Emerson Hospital, LLC; Emerson (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Shields Health is seeking a PET Technologist Aide to support PET technologists, Front Office, Courier and SRS teams in a fast-paced clinical setting. You will help manage CDs and reports, deliver materials to referring physicians, and coordinate with radiologists while ensuring a positive atmosphere for staff and patients.

The role requires strong customer service, communication skills, and mobility assistance. Travel to Central and Eastern Mass may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience in a Medical Imaging/Clinical setting.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk and utilize a computer for long periods.
• Must be able to assist patients with mobility difficulties.
• Must own car and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Flexibility to travel to Central and Eastern Mass if needed.

Responsibilities

• Support PET technologists when needed.
• Retrieve CDs and reports on PET patients.
• Deliver reports, CDs to referring physicians.
• Retrieve and correlate outside CDs and reports for reading radiologist.
• Deliver CDs to reading radiologist at serviced facility.
• Communicate with and support SRS team.
• Monitor all outside CDs and ensure CDs are returned or set aside for patient pickup.
• Provide liaison and public relations service between Shields network, radiologists and referring community.
• Provide a positive atmosphere to co-workers, radiologists, hospital staff and referring community.
• Clean and re-supply equipment rooms as needed.
• Familiar with Regulatory Compliance Regulations (DPH, Radiation Control).

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Mobility assistance

Extraverted

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The PET Technologist Aide will provide support to the PET technologists, Front Office, Courier and SRS team, while providing a professional, caring atmosphere to all groups and maintain a fast-paced, multi-tasking clinical environment.

Job Description

What you will do

• Support PET technologists when needed.
• Retrieve CD’s and reports on PET patients.
• Deliver reports, CD’s to referring MD’s.
• Retrieve and Correlate outside CD’s and reports for reading radiologist.
• Deliver CD’s to reading radiologist at serviced facility.
• Communicate with and support SRS team.
• Monitor all outside CD’s and be sure the CD’s are either returned to correct address or set aside for patient pick-up.
• Communicate referring physician experiences to marketing.
• Provide liaison and public relations service between the Shields network, radiologists and referring community.
• Provide a positive atmosphere to co-workers, radiologists, hospital staff and referring community.
• Clean and re-supply equipment rooms as needed.
• Once, oriented be familiar with Regulatory Compliance Regulations i.e. DPH, Radiation Control (state or federal).

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 + years of experience in a Medical Imaging/ Clinical setting.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk and utilize a computer for long periods of time.
• Must be able to assist patients with mobility difficulties.
• Must be able to push, pull and lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds.
• Must own car and possess drivers license in good standing.
• Must have flexibility to travel to Central and Eastern Mass if needed.
• Organized Attention to detail
• Self starter/reliable
• Good communication skills
• Extraverted

Additional Job Description

Pay range for this position is $18-29/hr + benefits.

Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors. It is not intended that this Job Description include all details of the work functions of this position.

The incumbent will perform work of a lower or equivalent classification as required or directed, and work of higher classification for training and development purposes or as situationally warranted.

Equal Opportunity & Company Overview

Shields Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Shields Health is an independent, Massachusetts-based leader in healthcare services, known for blending exceptional patient care with cutting-edge technology. With over 50 years of proven success, we’re proud to be one of the most sought-after names in the industry.

At Shields, we don’t just deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging – we foster a culture of belonging and inclusivity, where every individual is valued.

We offer unmatched career growth, a collaborative and supportive work environment, and exciting opportunities to learn, innovate, and thrive together.

Our employees take enormous pride in delivering the best quality services with enthusiasm, commitment, and compassion.

Ours is a family-owned and operated business, committed to playing a leading role in the continued advancement of medical imaging, but grounded in the same family values of caring and support – which we practice internally as well as with our patients.