CT/PET Technologist - New York, NY - CT26-11309

Job Title: PET/CT Technologist
Location: New York, NY
Type: Contract (9 Weeks)
Shift & Schedule: Days | Monday – Friday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM | 40 Hours Per Week
Pay: $90/hr - $95/hr (Based on Experience)
Requirement: Dual License in Nuclear Medicine & CT

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced PET/CT Technologist to perform PET and PET/CT imaging procedures while maintaining radiation safety, image quality, and patient-care standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform PET and PET/CT examinations according to established protocols.

• Review patient history, screening information, and imaging requests.

• Prepare patients for examinations, including fasting, hydration, glucose checks, and medication screening.

• Explain procedures and provide patient instructions.

• Establish peripheral IV access and perform injections.

• Administer radiopharmaceuticals and contrast agents as required.

• Document radiopharmaceutical doses and required patient information.

• Operate PET/CT equipment, PACS, RIS, and imaging workstations.

• Perform PET/CT image processing and fusion.

• Transfer and archive imaging studies.

• Perform equipment quality control and troubleshoot technical issues.

• Perform radiation surveys and wipe tests.

• Maintain radiation safety and regulatory compliance.

• Maintain a clean and safe imaging environment.

• Monitor PET department supplies.

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, technologists, and other healthcare professionals.

• Assist with staff training and maintain technical competency.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program.

• NMT certification through NMTCB or ARRT Nuclear Medicine Technology.

• Active New York State Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist license with Diagnostic and Injection registration.

• Active CT certification, such as ARRT-CT.

• Dual licensing/certification in Nuclear Medicine and CT required.

• Current BLS certification.

• Experience with peripheral IV access and injection procedures.

• PET/CT experience, including image fusion and processing.

• Experience with PACS, RIS, and imaging systems.

• Knowledge of radiation safety and quality-control procedures.

• Strong organizational, communication, and clinical skills.

• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and as part of a healthcare team.

• Strong English reading, writing, and communication skills.