Akumin® · 3 months ago
PETCT Technologist AZ
Akumin is a healthcare company specializing in diagnostic imaging services, and they are seeking a PET/CT Technologist to join their team. The role involves ensuring patient comfort and safety while producing high-quality diagnostic images and effectively communicating with patients and radiologists.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
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.)
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent experience required
Certification in Nuclear Medicine by the NMTCB or ARRT (N) required
State license, as required
CPR certification required
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
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 preferred
1-2 years' experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures and studies preferred