Pet/Ct Technologist
Company: Arizona Center for Cancer Care
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Job Summary The PET/CT Technologist performs all
PET/CT, nuclear medicine, diagnostic CT procedures with minima
supervision on patients as directed by the physician or
radiologist. Job Duties and responsibilities Administer
radiopharmaceuticals agents intravenously. Map radiopharmaceuticals
agents using a PET/CT scanner to produce computer-generated images.
Perform diagnostic CT exams with the administration of intravenous
contrast dye. Screen patients to ensure administering contrast will
not be harmful. Follows exam protocols designed for administration
of exams following ALARA principles. Informs the Physicist of
potential and actual problems concerning equipment. Responsible for
scheduling the evaluation, maintenance, and repair for all assigned
equipment. Responsible for equipment quality assurance, down time,
and incident report logs. Investigates and reports non-conformance
to established treatment standards to appropriate departmental
personnel. Ensures compliance with all regulatory and safety
standards. Collaborates with physicians and other departmental
personnel to plan and implement corrective action(s) to improve the
diagnostic imaging and standards. Maintains an atmosphere of
caring, concern and support for patients ranging from pediatrics,
geriatrics, visitors, medical staff, and co-workers consistently.
Provides safety and patient care through the consistent practice of
Departmental Procedures for imaging administration. Recognize
deviation from prescribed imaging delivery and reports all
deviations to the Chief of Radiation, Physicist, and Radiation
Oncology Administrator Assures the quality of treatment delivery
through the complete and accurate documentation of patient records.
Explain procedure to patients, means of communication during exams
and procedure to follow if an emergency arises during the exam.
Maintains visual and audible communication with the patient during
exam. Responds effectively to patient concerns. Assess patient
physical and emotional needs. Observes patients for expected and
unexpected reactions to the exams and communicates this to
appropriate staff members. Reinforces patient education, side
effect management information and indicates non-compliance to
medical/nursing staff. Maintains a safe, orderly patient
care/treatment room. Work shifts as assigned. Performs all duties
as assigned by Lead Technologist/Leadership. Expectation of a
maximum of 12 patients per every one technologist. Must be able to
access patient ports. Qualifications Ability to produce quality
imaging with little supervision Maintains registration in good
standing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Meets all continuing education standards as they apply to registry
eligibility Computer experience with EMR knowledge Excellent work
ethic, including integrity, positive attitude, productive,
organized, treats leadership with respect, excellent attendance,
continuously learning and willing to ask for help Ability to work
efficiently and effectively in a detail oriented, fast-paced
setting Licensure/Certification ARRT certification in Nuclear
Medicine Technology and Computed Tomography Arizona Licenses in
Nuclear Medicine and Computed Tomography Valid CPR certification
Direct reports N/A Working conditions/Physical requirements Medical
office setting Moderate noise levels from medical setting and
equipment Controlling machines and processes - Using either control
mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or
processes Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to
identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects Ability
to see details at close range Ability to listen and understand
information through spoken words and sentences Ability to read and
understand information in writing Ability to communicate
information in speaking so others will understand Standing for long
periods of time Minimum lifting requirements of 25 pounds to
transfer equipment, help patients with positioning, and pack/unpack
supplies Frequent bending, twisting, and position changes to assist
patients EEO Statement Arizona Center for Cancer Care provides
equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for
employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type
without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,
disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This
policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including
recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff,
recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Qualifications Ability to produce quality imaging with little
supervision Maintains registration in good standing with the
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Meets all continuing
education standards as they apply to registry eligibility Computer
experience with EMR knowledge Excellent work ethic, including
integrity, positive attitude, productive, organized, treats
leadership with respect, excellent attendance, continuously
learning and willing to ask for help Ability to work efficiently
and effectively in a detail oriented, fast-paced setting
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