Regional 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 Medicineby 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.

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 a strong magnetic field. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease, communicable disease when interacting with patients, environmental hazards such as exposure to noise, and travel. 

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 $57.30 - $65.00. Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, location, and other factors such as internal equity and budget.