The posting
Overview
Join a nationally recognized healthcare organization dedicated to exceptional patient care, innovation, and professional excellence.
At Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS), every employee plays a vital role in advancing our mission of providing outstanding patient-centered care. We are guided by our core values of Integrity, Patient-Centered Care, Respect, Accountability, and Compassion, and we are seeking a skilled PET/CT Technologist who shares our commitment to clinical excellence and service.
This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced imaging technology in a collaborative healthcare environment while making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.
Why Join Us?
- Highly Competitive Starting Pay
- Work with advanced PET/CT imaging technology
- Be part of a highly respected health system
- Utilize your expertise in both Nuclear Medicine and CT imaging
- Collaborative and supportive clinical team environment
- Opportunity to work independently and serve as a PET/CT system expert
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Nuclear Medicine Manager and/or Chief Technologist, the PET/CT Technologist performs a wide variety of technical and professional duties utilizing advanced imaging equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images for physician interpretation. This role promotes service excellence in all patient and team interactions and serves as a PET/CT subject matter expert while independently troubleshooting and resolving imaging-related challenges.
Responsibilities
PET/CT and Nuclear Medicine Imaging
- Perform high-quality PET/CT imaging procedures using appropriate age-specific standards to obtain diagnostic information for referring physicians.
- Perform both General Nuclear Medicine and PET imaging studies while utilizing technical expertise and knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy to execute CT protocols efficiently and accurately.
Radiopharmacy Responsibilities
- Perform radiopharmacy duties including the receipt, preparation, administration, and storage of radionuclides and radiopharmaceuticals.
- Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Obtain radionuclides through generator elution systems or bulk shipments while maintaining sterile technique and proper shielding.
- Verify all radioactive materials for leakage and activity according to departmental and radiation safety standards.
Equipment Quality Control
- Conduct quality control procedures to ensure optimal operation of gamma cameras, PET/CT equipment, computers, dose calibrators, well counters, and related imaging systems.
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly quality assurance testing, including:Uniformity checks Linearity assessments Center of rotation testing Additional required instrumentation evaluations
- Ensure all equipment is functioning properly and meets departmental standards.
Radiation Safety
- Adhere to departmental, state, and federal regulations regarding the handling of radioactive materials.
- Follow ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles to minimize radiation exposure to patients, staff, and self.
- Utilize appropriate shielding devices including syringe shields and lead carrying cases.
Department Operations
- Complete assigned responsibilities efficiently to support departmental goals and workflow.
- Schedule patients using the Imagecast computer system and accurately monitor patient arrivals and procedure completion status.
- Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment to supporting coworkers and departmental operations.
Patient Experience Excellence
- Create a positive and welcoming patient experience through professional, compassionate interactions.
- Introduce yourself and clearly explain your role and procedures.
- Encourage patient and family engagement by answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Assess and address patient comfort needs before beginning procedures.
- Provide follow-up communication and patient support upon exam completion.
- Support departmental patient satisfaction goals and performance standards as measured through Press Ganey survey metrics.
Qualifications
Education
- Graduate of an AMA-approved Nuclear Medicine Technology and Radiological Technology program.
- Associate Degree required.
- Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Experience
- Demonstrated technical proficiency meeting entry-level standards in routine CT imaging.
- One (1) to two (2) years of Nuclear Medicine experience required.
Licensure & Certifications
- NMTCB certification OR
- ARRT (N) certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology OR
- ARRT (R) certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
- Connecticut State License required
- Current CPR certification required
Required Skills & Knowledge
- Advanced knowledge of:Radiopharmaceuticals Nuclear medicine equipment Nuclear medicine imaging procedures Computer acquisition and image processing techniques
- Proficiency in routine CT imaging
- Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy
- Familiarity with PACS and imaging software systems
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent communication and customer service abilities
- Ability to work independently and effectively solve technical and operational challenges
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and assist with transferring patients, including lifting up to 40 pounds.
Additional Information
Equal Opportunity Employer
Yale New Haven Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.
Competitive Starting Rate | Advanced Imaging Environment | Meaningful Patient Impact
YNHHS Requisition ID
166290
