About this role
Cardiac Nuclear Medicine SPECT/PET-CT Technologist
Location: Port Orange, FL
Position Summary
The Cardiac Nuclear Medicine SPECT/PET-CT Technologist performs specialized cardiac imaging procedures in an outpatient office-based cardiology setting to assist physicians in diagnosing and evaluating cardiovascular disease. This position is responsible for patient preparation, radiopharmaceutical administration, image acquisition and processing, equipment quality control, and radiation safety while providing efficient, high-quality patient care.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform cardiac SPECT and PET/CT imaging procedures, including myocardial perfusion studies.
- Prepare patients for imaging and explain procedures and preparation requirements.
- Administer radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with established protocols and applicable regulations.
- Perform image acquisition, reconstruction, processing, and quality assessment.
- Assist with exercise and pharmacologic stress testing within authorized scope of practice.
- Monitor patients during procedures and promptly report changes in patient condition.
- Operate imaging equipment and perform routine quality control procedures.
- Maintain radiation safety practices and accurate documentation of imaging procedures and radiopharmaceutical administration.
- Coordinate with cardiologists, office staff, and clinical personnel to support efficient scheduling and daily patient workflow.
- Maintain compliance with office policies, infection control standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
- Current NMTCB or ARRT(N) certification, as required by the employer.
- State licensure or authorization to practice, if applicable.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Experience in cardiac nuclear imaging, including SPECT and PET/CT, preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of nuclear cardiology, radiopharmaceuticals, and radiation safety.
- Proficiency in cardiac image acquisition, processing, and quality control.
- Strong patient care, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a busy outpatient cardiology office.
Work Environment
This position is based in an outpatient cardiology office or cardiac imaging center. Responsibilities include direct patient care, operation of nuclear imaging equipment, handling of radiopharmaceuticals, and maintaining a safe, organized clinical environment.
Note: Duties and qualifications may be adjusted based on office requirements, applicable regulations, and the technologist’s credentials and scope of practice.
