PET/CT Technologist
Tower Imaging Valencia LLC·Valencia, California
Tower Imaging Valencia LLC·Valencia, California
The PET/CT Technologist provides patient care by safely performing CT exams, adhering to protocols, and ensuring patient safety and information security. Essential duties include performing PET/CT scans, administering radiopharmaceuticals, monitoring patients, and maintaining accurate records.
Description We are excited to announce an opening for the positing of PET/CT Technologist at Tower Imaging Valencia. If you consider yourself a skilled and dedicated professional seeking a rewarding opportunity with an established medical imaging facility, we invite you to apply.
The PET/CT Technologist is responsible for providing patient care services by performing CT exams in a safe and productive manner that prioritizes patient safety and information security.
Essential Duties Responsibilities Perform PET/CT scans on patients in accordance with established protocols and safety guidelines while providing utmost care.
Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals to patients, ensuring accurate dosage and adherence to radiation safety standards.
Monitor patients during scans, ensuring their comfort and well-being throughout the procedure.
Quality and regulatory requirements, including radiation safety protocols and patient confidentiality.
Operate and maintain PET/CT equipment, troubleshoot issues, and perform routine quality control checks.
Collaborate with physicians to obtain and interpret imaging data.
Maintain accurate patient records, documenting procedures, observations, and any adverse reactions.
Ordering of supplies.
Participate in projects and/or meetings, and complete other tasks as assigned by management.
Meets regulatory requirements for licensures/certification renewal and complies with Tower’s in-service training, attendance, punctuality, uniform, and dress code.
Maintains utmost confidentiality in handling company and sensitive patient information, documents, and films/CDs.
Meets all requirements for confidential information management, including access and distribution controls, password policies, HIPAA and CPI compliance, secure filing and disposal, and records retention and storage.
Respects patient dignity.
Other Duties Attends meetings and/or training seminar as requested. Other duties as assigned.
For over a decade, the physicians of Tower Imaging have provided highly specialized expertise, premier imaging technology, and exceptional customer care to physicians and patients in the Santa Clarita Valley. Tower Imaging Valencia is a proud partner of Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital and as a team strives to provide the most convenient service in a compassionate and comforting environment.
We appreciate your interest and look forward to reviewing your application.
Certification Requirements: Board Certified in Nuclear Medicine: NMTCB (CNMT) or ARRT(N) Radiography ARRT(CT) or ARRT(R) CA State licensure required in Nuclear Medicine
Valid certification as a PET/CT Technologist. Proficiency in operating PET/CT scanners and associated imaging software. Strong knowledge of radiopharmaceutical administration and radiation safety protocols. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with patients and healthcare professionals. Attention to detail and the ability to maintain accuracy in documentation and image interpretation. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize tasks effectively. Commitment to maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.
Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of blood borne pathogen requirements. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Ability to work flexible schedules as needed. Strong organizational skills, problem solving skills
Must be willing to work overtime when requested and authorized. Responsible for completion of continuing education credits sufficient to retain current licensure at own cost and on own time.
Market context
In California, PET/CT technologists are typically in demand where imaging volumes are steady and employers need clinicians who can work independently with advanced nuclear medicine equipment. This role is competitive because it calls for radiology experience, formal AMA-approved training, and the required NMTCB and/or A.R.R.T.(N) credentials, with a related bachelor’s degree preferred. Before applying, confirm your certification status and BLS/CPR documentation, and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting.
