PET Technologist

ROLE OBJECTIVE

The PET/CT Technologist is responsible for delivering safe, high-quality PET/CT imaging services while ensuring accurate patient care, efficient workflow, regulatory compliance, proper equipment operation, and professional service to patients, clients, and internal teams.

JOB SUMMARY

The PET/CT Technologist performs diagnostic PET/CT imaging procedures, supports patient safety and comfort, maintains required documentation, follows established imaging protocols, and helps ensure the mobile imaging unit remains clean, stocked, functional, and compliant with applicable policies, client requirements, and regulatory standards. This role requires professionalism, sound judgment, effective communication, and the ability to travel regularly to support mobile imaging services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform PET/CT imaging procedures in accordance with established protocols, physician orders, safety standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

2. Verify patient identity, review required information, explain procedures, and support patient comfort, dignity, privacy, and safety throughout the imaging process.

3. Operate PET/CT equipment properly, monitor image quality, and follow quality control procedures to support accurate diagnostic results.

4. Maintain accurate documentation, patient logs, scan records, quality control logs, and other required records in accordance with company, client, and regulatory expectations.

5. Follow radiation safety, infection control, HIPAA, and patient confidentiality requirements consistently in all assigned work.

6. Keep the mobile imaging unit clean, organized, stocked, and ready for service, including reporting supply needs, equipment concerns, or operational issues promptly.

7. Communicate professionally with patients, client contacts, coworkers, leadership, and support teams to promote efficient workflow and positive service experiences.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS (KSAO's)

• Knowledge of PET/CT imaging procedures, radiation safety practices, patient safety requirements, infection control standards, and applicable imaging protocols.

2. Knowledge of HIPAA requirements and the minimum necessary use of patient information, including patient name, address, phone number, date of birth, diagnosis, height, weight, and diagnostic scan information.

3. Skill in operating PET/CT equipment, maintaining quality images, following imaging protocols, and using unit software systems for documentation and records.

4. Ability to communicate professionally with patients, client representatives, leadership, and coworkers.

5. Ability to organize work, maintain accurate records, manage supplies, troubleshoot routine issues, and respond appropriately to changing daily priorities.

6. Ability to travel regularly, work with short notice, and maintain a positive, service-oriented attitude in a mobile healthcare environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

2. Completion of an approved radiologic technology or nuclear medicine technology program.

3. ARRT registration, NMTCB registration, or other applicable certification/licensure required for the modality performed.

4. At least two years of clinical imaging experience.

5. Current CPR certification.

6. Valid state driver’s license and ability to travel regularly, including with short notice.

7. Ability to comply with Vantage policies, client site requirements, applicable state and federal regulations, and radiation safety standards.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Training and experience in CT imaging.

2. Experience working in a PET/CT, nuclear medicine, or mobile imaging environment.

3. Applicable Ohio licensure or eligibility, as required for assigned work locations.

4. Experience with patient documentation systems, imaging software, quality control logs, and mobile unit operations.

MEASUREMENTS OF SUCCESS

• Consistently produces quality images that meet established protocol and client expectations.

2. Maintains patient safety, comfort, privacy, and professionalism during all assigned procedures.

3. Completes patient logs, daily documentation, and required records accurately and on time.

4. Maintains clean, organized, appropriately stocked, and operational mobile imaging units.

5. Reports equipment, supply, client, or operational issues promptly and follows through appropriately.

6. Demonstrates compliance with Vantage policies, client requirements, HIPAA, radiation safety practices, and applicable regulations.

7. Builds and maintains positive working relationships with patients, clients, coworkers, and leadership.

Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8.0 – 12.0 per week

Work Location: On the road