PET/CT Technologist (Per Diem)
Job Description
Job Description
Radia has an exciting opportunity for a Per Diem PET / CT Tech to join our dynamic team! This is a great opportunity for those that thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to learn about radiology!
This position is located at our Evergreen Radia Imaging Center in Kirkland which is part Radia Inc. PS, which is a Physician owned and operated Radiology group serving over 50 hospital and clinic partners through Washington, Idaho and Alaska.
Compensation : The salary range is $39.80 / hour to $62.19 / hour, plus an additional 15% per diem shift differential) The salary is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and employment status.
Position Details : Per Diem, hours are not guaranteed
Our PET / CT Technologist performs a wide variety of technical and professional duties utilizing complex imaging equipment to produce quality images as requested for subsequent interpretation by the radiologist.
All duties are performed according to departmental and organizational policies and procedures. Additionally, the PET / CT technologist functions with limited supervision, is expected to work independently, is capable of problem solving and is able to provide a high level of customer service to patients.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
The following is a list of general job responsibilities for the PET technologist. This list is not all-inclusive and may be broadened or changed as a result to meet changing business needs.
- Must be capable of precisely interpreting a physician’s scanning instructions, administer contrast materials, prepare and operate the CT / PET scan equipment and place the patient to capture suitable images.
- Rotates shifts as needed to cover department needs.
- Quality control and QA of exams.
- Perform daily, quarterly, and annually quality control procedures on nuclear medicine department and hot lab equipment.
- Record and maintain appropriate nuclear medicine records in compliance with state regulations and radioactive materials license.
- Comply with ALARA principles to reduce occupational radiation exposure.
- Assist in CT as needed
Education / Experience :
- CNMT license
- State of Washington license
- 1-2 year PET / CT experience
- BLS required
- PET and CT registered
- CT Tech certification (ARRT) or NMTCB(CT) endorsement, preferred
Skills / Abilities :
- Patient skills / compassion / interpreters
- IV skills / Port-A-Catheters
- Runs lab / work with ISTAT
- Must be good with written and verbal communication
- Must be able to follow protocols and standard work documents
- Must be able to make standard work documents that apply to the PET department
Benefits :
- 2 Medical plans to choose from, dental, vision, life, and LTD
- HSA and FSA available
- A 401(k)-employer match, with a profit-sharing component
- Up to 21 paid days off per year
- 8 paid holidays annually
- Life and disability insurance
- Free onsite parking
- Learning opportunities through professional development programs
- Educational Assistance
- Service bonus
- Discretionary annual performance-based bonus
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about Radia and applying online!
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