PRN PET/CT Technologist

Akumin Inc.; Mount Vernon, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 109,000; Part time

Job summary

Akumin Inc. is seeking a PRN PET/CT Technologist in Mount Vernon, WA, and surrounding areas. The role involves producing cross-sectional PET/CT images, ensuring patient comfort, safety, and radiographic quality.

Flexibility to work at freestanding centers, mobile units, or hospital sites is required. You will pre-screen patients, manage radiation safety and documentation, and assist with training new technologists.

Qualifications

• Certification in Nuclear Medicine or PET by NMTCB or Nuclear Medicine by the ARRT.
• State license and CPR certification.
• Ability to work at several locations and travel as needed.
• Proficient with computer systems and HIPAA compliance.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality PRN PET/CT images.
• Follow safety and radiation procedures and proper documentation.
• Pre-screen patients and explain procedures to ensure comfort.
• Trains new technologists and/or PC's as needed.
• Troubleshoot the scanner and peripheral equipment.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

PACS

Monitors

Coils

Job description

## PRN PET/CT TechnologistApply: Mount Vernon, WA: Port Townsend, WA: Everett, WA: Part time: Posted Yesterday: 2026-8243As a **PRN PETCT Technologist**, you are required to produce cross-sectional images for medical interpretation through radiofrequencies within a magnetic field for diagnostic purposes. Our PRN PETCT 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 PRN 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. The role will require flexibility with availability as a per-diem technologist, responding promptly to requests for coverage due to absences or vacations, and covering at minimum one shift in a 30 day period.**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. Demonstrates the ability to use all channels of communications to address concerns, solve problems, and address conflict. Maintain confidentiality in matters relating to patients, family and staff in compliance with HIPAA* 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* Certification in Nuclear Medicine or Positron Emission Tomography by the NMTCB or Nuclear Medicine by the ARRT.* State license, as required.* 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.**Preferred Requirements:*** 1-2 years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures and studies.**Physical Requirements:**The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.* 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).**The estimated hourly pay range for this role in Washington is $63.65- $78.81. Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, location, and other factors such as internal equity and budget.**