PETCT technologist

Akumin; New Jersey; On-site; USD 76,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Akumin is seeking a PET/CT Technologist in New Jersey to deliver high-quality imaging with safety and patient comfort as priorities. You will interpret physician orders, select imaging parameters, and ensure image quality while supporting multiple access points including freestanding centers and hospital settings.

The role requires dual NMTCB/ARRT PET-CT certification, ARRT CT certification, state licensure as applicable, CPR, and willingness to travel between locations.

Qualifications

• Must be dual certified as Nuclear Medicine or PET/CT Technologist by NMTCB or ARRT and CT Technologist by ARRT.
• State license as applicable
• CPR certification
• As applicable, valid state driver’s license
• Ability to work at several locations
• COVID-19 vaccination may be a condition of employment
• Pre-employment background check and drug screen required

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety through pre-screening and radiation safety practices.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic PET/CT images.
• Communicate effectively with customers and radiologists.
• Train new technologists and PCs.
• Troubleshoot scanner, coach, and peripheral equipment.

Skills

Patient communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Computer literacy

Travel to multiple locations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

PACS system

Radiology software

Job description

Our PET/CT (Dual) 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. And, 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 include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for patient safety including pre-screening for contraindications, aseptic injection technique, etc. and radiation safety/regulations, including proper documentation and technique when working with radioactive materials/patients.

• Produces high quality diagnostic images.

• Effectively communicates with customers and/or radiologists.

• Trains new technologists and/or PC’s.

• Trouble-shoots the scanner, coach and peripheral equipment (including: monitors, PACS, coils, etc.).

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience.

• Must be dual certified as a Nuclear Medicine or Positron Emissions Tomography Technologist by the NMTCB or ARRT and Computed Tomography Technologist by the ARRT. The following Dual Certification designations meet Akumin policy: NMTCB – Nuclear Medicine or PET and ARRT (CT) or ARRT(N) and ARRT(CT).

• State license required as applicable

• CPR certification.

• As applicable, valid state driver’s license.

• Ability to work at several locations

• Strong customer service skills.

• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.

• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.

• Local travel may be required.

• The COVID-19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment.

• All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

Preferred:

• Associate’s Degree or Equivalent Experience.

• A minimum of one year of PET and CT experience.

The estimated hourly pay range for this role in New Jersey is $55.34- $68.53.Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, location, and other factors such as internal equity and budget.

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.