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PET/CT Technologist - Full Time

Akumin

Ashland, KYFull-timeNo compensation foundTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Ashland, KY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Certification In Nuclear Medicine By NMTCBState LicenseCPR Certification

Job overview

Akumin is hiring a PET/CT Technologist - Full Time. PET/CT Technologists at Akumin utilize strong communication skills to engage with patients, explaining procedures and ensuring their comfort and safety. They demonstrate technical proficiency by interpreting physician orders, selecting appropriate software, and optimizing imaging parameters to produce high-quality PET/CT images for accurate diagnoses. Their flexibility allows them to deliver imaging care across various environments, including outpatient centers, mobile units, and hospital facilities.

Key focus areas include Ensure patient safety including pre-screening for contraindications and aseptic injection technique., Adhere to radiation safety/regulations, including proper documentation and technique., and Produce high quality diagnostic images..

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or Equivalent Experience, Certification In Nuclear Medicine By The NMTCB Or ARRT (N), and CPR Certification. Important skills include Customer Service Skills, Organizational Skills, Multi-tasking Skills, Basic Computer Applications Knowledge, and Basic Computer Programs Knowledge. Preferred (not required): Exceptional Communication Skills, Caring Attitude, Keen Attention To Detail, and Technical Competence.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer Service SkillsOrganizational SkillsMulti-Tasking SkillsBasic Computer Applications KnowledgeBasic Computer Programs KnowledgeExceptional Communication SkillsCaring AttitudeKeen Attention to DetailTechnical CompetenceInterpreting Physician OrdersInterpreting Physician InstructionsSelecting Appropriate Software OptionsSelecting Appropriate Imaging ParametersAdaptabilityPatient SafetyPre-Screening for ContraindicationsAseptic Injection TechniqueRadiation SafetyRadiation RegulationsProper DocumentationWorking With Radioactive MaterialsProducing High Quality Diagnostic ImagesEffectively Communicating With CustomersEffectively Communicating With RadiologistsTraining New TechnologistsTraining New PC'sTrouble-Shooting ScannerTrouble-Shooting CoachTrouble-Shooting Peripheral Equipment

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent ExperienceCertification in Nuclear Medicine by NMTCBState LicenseCPR CertificationAbility to Work at Several LocationsLocal Travel May Be RequiredCOVID-19 VaccinationPre-Employment Background CheckDrug ScreenAssociate's Degree or Equivalent Experience1-2 Years Nuclear Medicine Procedures Experience

Full job description

Our 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 show their technical competence by effectively interpreting physician orders/instructions and selecting appropriate software options and imaging parameters to produce the highest-quality 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.

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.

  • 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 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.

  • As applicable, valid state driver’s license.

  • 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:

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 radioactive isotopes and ionizing radiation. May be exposed to radiation, 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).

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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.

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