OneOncology·Baton Rouge, Louisiana
The PET/CT Technologist is responsible for coordinating and administering CT/Sims and diagnostic radiologic exams, ensuring technical quality and timely data transfer. They also fabricate necessary immobilization devices prior to scans as needed.
Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is Louisiana’s leading cancer care organization, caring for more patients each year than any other facility in the region. And with strategic hospital and physician partnerships, we are delivering on our mission to improve survivorship and lessen the burden of cancer.
Mary Bird Perkins and its partners work together to provide state-of-the-art treatments and unparalleled collaborative, comprehensive cancer services. This culture of innovation helps attract the best cancer minds in the country, from expert physicians and highly specialized scientists to forward-thinking leaders in supportive care and other disciplines.
Together, with our hospital and physician partners, we are one-hundred percent focused on cancer care.
Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.
Job Description: Competitive pay & benefits | sign on bonus
Under general supervision, is responsible for the coordination and administration of all CT/Sims and diagnostic radiologic exams; ensures technical quality and timely transfer of data; and fabricates any necessary immobilization devices prior to scan as needed.
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Administer Radioactive Tracer (F18 FDG) as well as I.V. contrast.
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Perform and maintain quality control procedures for PET imaging.
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Perform functional imaging (PET) scans for diagnostic purpose.
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Perform diagnostic CT scans for routine radiologic exams.
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Perform CT scans for radiation treatment planning purposes.
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Fabricate immobilization and other treatment devices 7.
Perform chest x-rays 8.
Rotational Call
Candidates must have a certificate in Nuclear Medicine Technology and be a graduate of an AMA accredited program in radiologic technology. Additionally, they should have 2 years of experience as a nuclear medicine technologist and 2 years as a radiological technologist, with CT experience preferred.
Market context
In Louisiana, allied-health employers typically look for nuclear medicine technologists with current state licensure and dual ARRT and NMTCB registration, so demand tends to favor candidates who already meet all credentialing requirements. These roles are competitive because the required background combines an AMA-accredited radiologic technology education, a nuclear medicine certificate, and at least two years of experience in both nuclear medicine and radiology. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your licenses, certifications, and experience match before applying.