PET Technologist

Performs all diagnostic exams, quality assurance procedures, the receipt, administration and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals, records all data on appropriate computerized information system.

• Bachelors degree in Nuclear Medicine or completion of certification program required.

• Two (2) years of experience preferred

• ARRT and/or NMTCB Certification within three (3) months of hire

• Certificate of Registration as a Radiologic Technologist limited to the practice of Nuclear Medicine within six (6) months of hire

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  •    Establishes safe and secure environment for patients.
  •    Performs PET/CT scans and administers related radiopharmaceuticals 
  •    Performs Glucometer QC and patient blood glucose testing 
  •    Obtains urine pregnancy test on appropriate patient population 
  •    Maintains Hot Lab and Hot Lab information system.
  •    Operates Rb-82 Infusion Cart System for quality control and dose administration for Cardiac PET imaging
  •    Ensures that Nuclear and related CT imaging equipment is in optimal working condition.

•    One (1) year of experience in PET or in general nuclear medicine.
•    Strong computer and interpersonal/communication skills
•    Maintains required CE credits
•    Maintains annual glucometer use competency
•    Maintains annual urine pregnancy test competency 
•    Maintains annual Rb-82 generator competency

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.