PET/CT Technologist (Per Diem)

PET/CT Technologist (Per Diem)

Department: Clinic Operations

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: 707 S Garfield Ave., B001, Alhambra, CA 91801

Compensation: $60.00 - $90.00 / hour

Description

Astrana Health is seeking a skilled and compassionate PET/CT Technologist to join our team on a per diem basis at Pacific Medical Imaging and Oncology Center (PMIOC) in Alhambra, CA The ideal candidate will perform cardiac procedures, ensure patient safety, and maintain compliance with regulatory standards. This role requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Our Values:

• Put Patients First
• Empower Entrepreneurial Provider and Care Teams
• Operate with Integrity & Excellence
• Be Innovative
• Work As One Team

What You'll Do

• Calculate, measure, order and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received , used and disposed, using computer and following physician's prescription.
• Detect and map radiopharmaceuticals  in patients' bodies, using a camera to produce photographic or computer images.
• Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients and provide them with assistance during test procedures.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation to patients to detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment, under direction of physician.
• Produce a computer-generated or film image for interpretation by a physician.
• Process PET/CT images in a timely matter for Radiologist to evaluate and referring physician to get report. 
• Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following  radiation Safety procedures.
• Record and process results of procedures.
• Prepare stock radiopharmaceuticals, adhering to safety standards that minimize radiation Exposure to workers and patients.
• Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment.
• Gather information on patients' illnesses and medical history to guide the choice of diagnostic procedures for therapy.
• Measure glandular activity, blood volume, red cell survival, and radioactivity of patient, using scanners, Geiger counters, scintillometers, and other laboratory equipment.
• Exercise radiation safety precautions and follow ALARA guidelines 
• Position radiation fields, radiation beams, and patient to allow for most effective treatment of patient's disease, using computer.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current California Certified Technologist, Nuclear Medicine (CTNM) certificate with the applicable scope of practice
• Current ARRT (N) and/or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) certification, as applicable
• ARRT certification in Computed Tomography (CT) if performing the CT component of PET/CT under the CTNM pathway
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Experience performing PET/CT imaging preferred
• Knowledge of radiation safety practices, ALARA principles, radiopharmaceutical handling, and applicable regulatory requirements
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety and high-quality imaging
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• An authentic passion for improving the lives of underserved patients and advancing value-based care

Environmental Job Requirements and Working Conditions

• This is a onsite position located at 707 S Garfield Ave., B001, Alhambra, CA 91801.
• Schedule: Per Diem
• The total compensation target pay range for this role is $60.00 - 90.00 per hour. The salary range represents our national target range for this role.

Astrana Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. If you require assistance in applying for open positions due to a disability, please email us at [email protected] to request an accommodation.   
   
Additional Information:     
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.