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).