PET-CT Tech

Overview
At Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada (CCCN) a distinguished team of doctors, researchers, nurses, and healthcare professionals have provided patients with groundbreaking treatments on the healing edge of medicine for over 50 years. Our team provides the most effective treatments, both existing and emerging, to diagnose and successfully treat cancer and blood disorders. We support this goal with state‑of‑the‑art facilities across Southern Nevada, all of which integrate the latest diagnostic, therapeutic, and research capabilities. CCCN is dedicated to patient‑centered care, advancing innovation, discovery, and improving outcomes. Motivated, caring professionals are encouraged to join us.

Career Opportunity
Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada has an exciting opportunity for a PET‑CT Technologist at our Twain site in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Scope
Under general supervision, performs diagnostic PET/CT and CT imaging procedures and related functions. Collaborates with Medical Director and Supervisor on technical issues, equipment performance and QA. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic PET/CT or CT imaging procedures to include: injection of radiopharmaceutical and/or IV contrast, the administration of oral contrast, protocol setup, patient positioning, reconstruction and filming of images, network image transfers, and archiving of image data.

Assists in procedure scheduling and related front office functions to ensure smooth workflow.

Ensures accuracy of patient demographic information, report distribution and patient files.

Assists with the collection of clinical data for patient follow‑up and development of teaching and educational information.

Provides protection for patient and self in accordance with prescribed safety standards. Conducts daily quality control measures to monitor scanner performance.

Reports all malfunctions and/or need for service to the proper company or facility.

Responsible for patient data and films including: printing, archiving, retrieval, network data transfers, tracking and logging of loaned films and requested outside films.

Understands the contraindications associated with the administration of IV contrast, be able to recognize possible reactions and know the procedure to follow in the case of a reaction.

Ordering of necessary office, medical, printing and archiving media.

Qualifications

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology from an AMA‑accredited program or Associate/Bachelor’s degree in Radiologic Technology from an AMA‑accredited program and PET/CT certification.

Minimum three to five years experience in nuclear medicine and/or previous PET experience preferred.

General knowledge of patient scheduling and billing systems.

CNMT (Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist) and/or ARRT (N) certification and state licensure where applicable.

Physical Demands
Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye‑hand coordination for operation and repair of all department equipment. Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. Lifting and pushing patients in wheelchairs/stretchers weighing up to 300 pounds and placing them in appropriate positions for operation of equipment. Requires ability to reach above shoulder height, sitting/standing for extensive periods of time, and corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Work Environment
The work environment involves regular exposure to direct contact with patients and potential exposure to blood, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, and other clinic environment hazards.

Benefits
We offer excellent benefits, a team environment, professional development, and the chance to be part of a nationwide network dedicated to fighting the war against cancer.

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. This employer participates in E‑Verify.

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