PETCT Technologist

Akumin; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 89,544 - 103,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 Sign On Bonus

Job summary

Akumin is seeking a Nuclear Medicine-PET/CT Technologist to provide exceptional imaging care. Offering a generous $10,000 sign-on bonus, this position requires effective communication skills and technical competence to ensure patient comfort and safety.

Responsibilities include producing high-quality diagnostic images and maintaining compliance with safety regulations. Qualifications include a High School Diploma, NMTCB or ARRT certification, and strong customer service abilities. The role may require travel across several locations and adherence to COVID-19 vaccination policies.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures preferred.
• Ability to work at several locations.
• Valid state driver's license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient safety with radioactive materials.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic images.
• Effectively communicate with customers and radiologists.
• Train new technologists.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking skills

Basic knowledge of computer applications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Certification in Nuclear Medicine by the NMTCB or ARRT (N)

CPR certification

Job description

Introduction

This role comes with a $10,000 Sign On Bonus! Our Nuclear Medicine-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 demonstrate technical competence by effectively interpreting physician orders/instructions and selecting appropriate software options and imaging parameters to produce the highest‑quality PET/CT images and studies possible—enabling physicians to diagnose with pinpoint accuracy and treat with confidence. Because our technologists 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. This position will be in Bellingham, WA.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient safety including pre‑screening for contraindications, aseptic injection technique, and radiation safety/regulations. Ensure proper documentation and technique when working with radioactive materials/patients.
• Produce high‑quality diagnostic images.
• Effectively communicate with customers and/or radiologists.
• Train new technologists and/or PC's.
• Troubleshoot the scanner, coach and peripheral equipment (including monitors, PACS, coils, etc.).

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Certification in Nuclear Medicine by the NMTCB or ARRT (N) required.
• State license, as required.
• CPR certification required.
• Valid state driver’s license, as applicable.
• 1–2 years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures and studies preferred.
• 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.

Physical Requirements

• More than 50% of the time: Sit, stand, walk; repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs; see, speak and hear 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).
• May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit, to radioactive isotopes and ionizing radiation, to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Compensation

The estimated hourly pay range for this role in WA is $65.00 – $75.00. Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, location, and other factors such as internal equity and budget.

Equal Opportunity

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.