PET/CT Technologist

Akumin
Georgia Mobile Unit
Full-time

Our PET / CT technologists use exceptional communication skills to connect with patients, explain the procedure and put them at ease.

With a caring attitude and keen attention to detail, they ensure patient comfort, safety and satisfaction every step of the way.

They show their technical competence by effectively interpreting physician orders / instructions and selecting appropriate software options and imaging parameters to produce the highest-quality PET / CT images / studies possible enabling physicians to diagnose with pinpoint accuracy and treat with confidence.

And, because our techs work in a variety of environments a freestanding outpatient center, a mobile coach, or a hospital-based / inpatient facility their flexibility allows them to deliver the absolute best imaging care at any access point.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to :

Responsible for patient safety including pre-screening for contraindications, aseptic injection technique, etc. and radiation safety / regulations, including proper documentation and technique when working with radioactive materials / patients.

Produces high quality diagnostic images.

Effectively communicates with customers and / or radiologists.

Trains new technologists and / or PC's.

Trouble-shoots the scanner, coach and peripheral equipment (including : monitors, PACS, coils, etc.).

Position Requirements :

High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Certification in Nuclear Medicine by the NMTCB or ARRT (N) required.

State license, as required.

CPR certification required.

As applicable, valid state driver’s license.

1-2 years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures and studies preferred.

Ability to work at several locations

Strong customer service skills.

Organizational and multi-tasking skills.

Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.

Local travel may be required.

The COVID-19 vaccination is / may be a condition of employment.

All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

Physical Requirements :

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. The employee will be exposed to radioactive isotopes and ionizing radiation.

May be exposed to radiation, blood / body fluids and infectious disease.

More than 50% of the time :

Sit, stand, walk.

Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.

See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.

Less than 50% of the time :

Stoop, kneel or crawl.

Climb and balance.

Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

30+ days ago
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