PETCT Technologist

Akumin®; Bluffton (SC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Akumin® is looking for a qualified PET/CT Technologist based in Bluffton, South Carolina. The position requires expertise in nuclear medicine, producing high-quality diagnostic images, and ensuring patient safety in a mobile imaging environment. The candidate must possess strong communication skills and the ability to adapt quickly in various locations.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work with experienced professionals and make a direct impact on patient care. Consider joining a team that values diversity and is committed to providing exceptional healthcare.

Qualifications

• Nuclear Technologist with 3+ years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures.
• NMTCB or ARRT certification required.
• Ability to travel 90% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Produces high quality diagnostic images and ensures patient safety.
• Partners with physician groups and Radiology Directors on quality.
• Troubleshoots scanner and peripheral equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Basic computer knowledge

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

GE equipment

Siemens equipment

Philips equipment

Job description

Regional resource responsible for providing scanning coverage and supporting Team Members in the field with PET/CT training and troubleshooting. Experienced technologist working in a mobile imaging healthcare environment with regular patient satisfaction improvement surveys. Once internal milestones are met, position will include performing Clinical Competencies and Team Member evaluations, and scanning coverage in various locations/states through the region. Our PET/CT technologists use exceptional communication skills to connect with patients, explain the procedure and put them at ease. With a caring attitude and keen attention to detail, they ensure patient comfort, safety and satisfaction every step of the way. They show their technical competence by effectively interpreting physician orders/instructions and selecting appropriate software options and imaging parameters to produce the highest-quality PET/CT images/studies possible—enabling physicians to diagnose with pinpoint accuracy and treat with confidence. In addition, because our techs work in a variety of environments—a freestanding outpatient center, a mobile coach, or a hospital-based/inpatient facility—their flexibility allows them to deliver the absolute best imaging care at any access point.

Specific Duties

• Produces high quality diagnostic images, responsible for patient safety including pre‑screening for contraindications, aseptic injection techniques, etc. and radiation safety/regulations, including proper documentation and technique when working with radioactive materials/patients
• Partners with local ADDs (Account Development Directors) to effectively communicate with physician groups and Radiology/Clinic Directors, and Radiologists on PET/CT software, customer portal, scanning protocols, and quality issues.
• Troubleshoot the scanner, coach and peripheral equipment (including: monitors, PACS, coils, etc.).
• Assists Sales team with start‑ups and new business as needed.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Associate's Degree or equivalent experience.
• NMTCB or ARRT (N)
• State license, as required.
• CPR certification.
• As applicable, valid state driver’s license.
• Experienced Nuclear Technologist with 3+ years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures and studies working in high‑pressure/high‑visibility environments with regular patient satisfaction surveys.
• Previous experience managing business relationships with physicians and customers.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization and adapt to new environments quickly.
• Ability to work at several locations.
• Organizational and multi‑tasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.
• 90% travel may be required.

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience
• Knowledge and experience on several OEMs and with multiple 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. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease, communicable disease when interacting with patients, environmental hazards such as exposure to noise, and travel.

More than 50% of the time:

• Sit, stand, walk.
• Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.
• See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.

Less than 50% of the time:

• Stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Climb and balance.
• Carry and lift (ability to move non‑ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. 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.