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PET/CT Technologist

Akumin

Beckley, WVFull-timePosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Location
Beckley, WV
Schedule
Full-time
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Certification In Nuclear Medicine By The NMTCB Or ARRT (N)State LicenseCPR Certification

Job overview

Akumin is hiring a PET/CT Technologist. Akumin is seeking a PET/CT Technologist to join their team in Beckley, WV. This full-time position involves providing advanced diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care. The technologist will use communication skills to connect with patients, ensure their comfort and safety, and interpret physician orders to produce high-quality PET/CT images. The role requires flexibility to work in various environments, including outpatient centers, mobile coaches, and hospital facilities.

Key focus areas include 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, and Effectively communicates with customers and/or radiologists.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, Certification In Nuclear Medicine, and State License. Important skills include Exceptional Communication Skills, Caring Attitude, Keen Attention To Detail, Technical Competence, Interpreting Physician Orders/Instructions, and Selecting Appropriate Software Options.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsCaring AttitudeKeen Attention to DetailTechnical CompetenceInterpreting Physician Orders/InstructionsSelecting Appropriate Software OptionsSelecting Imaging ParametersProducing High-Quality PET/CT Images/StudiesAdaptabilityPatient SafetyPre-Screening for ContraindicationsAseptic Injection TechniqueRadiation Safety/RegulationsProper DocumentationWorking With Radioactive Materials/PatientsProducing High Quality Diagnostic ImagesEffectively Communicates With Customers and/or RadiologistsTrains New Technologists and/or PC'sTrouble-Shoots ScannerTrouble-Shoots CoachTrouble-Shoots Peripheral EquipmentStrong Customer Service SkillsOrganizational SkillsMulti-Tasking SkillsBasic Knowledge of Computer Applications and Programs

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent ExperienceCertification in Nuclear Medicine by the NMTCB or ARRT (N)State LicenseCPR CertificationAbility to Work at Several LocationsAssociate's Degree or Equivalent Experience1-2 Years’ Experience in Nuclear Medicine Procedures and Studies

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Sign-On Bonus of $10,000 provided

Akumin is a leading provider of outpatient radiology and oncology services, partnering with top hospitals and health systems nationwide to deliver advanced diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care close to home. With a national footprint, cutting-edge technology, and a strong commitment to innovation and patient-centered care, our teams play a vital role in improving outcomes for millions of patients each year.

We are currently seeking a PET/CT Technologist to join our team in Beckley, WV . This is a full-time position with the opportunity to provide coverage at Princeton Community Hospital (Princeton, WV) and Greenbrier Valley Medical Center (Lewisburg, WV).

Beckley offers an exceptional quality of life, featuring affordable housing and easy access to world-class outdoor recreation—making it an ideal place to live and work.

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​

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

  • 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:

  • ​​Associate's Degree or Equivalent Experience​

  • 1-2 years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures and studies.

At Akumin, we invest in the well-being of our employees, so you can bring your best self to work each day. You can expect to see the following benefits:

  • Competitive compensation

  • Flexible scheduling

  • Cross training opportunities

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • HSA accounts with employer contributions

  • 401(k) eligibility with employer match

  • Paid holidays

  • Defined PTO and sick time programs

Eligibility for benefits will vary based on position type and hours worked.

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.

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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