PETCT Technologist

Akumin; South Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Akumin is seeking a Nuclear Technologist to provide scanning coverage and ensure patient safety while operating PET/CT scanners. The ideal candidate should have an Associate's Degree or equivalent experience, with 3+ years in high-pressure environments.

The role involves collaboration with physicians and the sales team, requiring strong communication and organizational skills. Frequent travel is expected.

Qualifications

• NMTCB or ARRT (N) state license as required.
• CPR certification is necessary.
• Minimum of 3 years experience as a nuclear technologist.

Responsibilities

• Provide scanning coverage and support to team members.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety.
• Collaborate with local physician groups and radiology directors.

Skills

Patient safety

Communication skills

Multi-tasking skills

Organizational skills

Computer applications knowledge

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience (preferred)

Tools

PET/CT scanners

Job description

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.