PET and CT Technologist

About the Role

RAYUS Radiology is looking for a PET/CT Technologist to join our team. We challenge the status quo by making radiology a critical first step in diagnosis and treatment. As a Positron Emission Tomography--Computed Tomography (PET/CT) Technologist, you will operate your assigned scanner(s) to produce diagnostic images, taking a patient-centered approach within professional standards and with excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients before exams for precautions or contradictions, using two patient identifiers to ensure accuracy.
• Explain and prepare patients for PET/CT imaging procedures, positioning them appropriately for accurate scans.
• Perform routine and advanced PET/CT imaging procedures with minimal supervision, adjusting scan parameters and utilizing dose reduction techniques as needed.
• Maintain positive working relationships with radiologists, referring customers, and colleagues.
• Follow physicians' orders precisely and adhere to safety regulations to protect patients and coworkers.
• Accurately maintain patient records within the Radiology Information System (RIS).
• Maintain an orderly and clean work area, promoting good safety habits.
• Ensure compliance with ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements.
• Maintain equipment in good working order, cleaning and disinfecting after each use.
• Ensure compliance with all HIPAA guidelines.
• Assess, prepare, record, and administer radiopharmaceuticals according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission and/or State regulations.
• Administer fluorodioxyglucose (FDG) via intravenous methods.
• Demonstrate knowledge of safety-related work behaviors to ensure a safe work environment.
• Report contamination to the Radiation Safety Officer.
• Assist with maintaining an updated imaging protocol manual and software upgrades.
• Monitor medical supply inventory and request supplies as necessary.
• Assist with training new associates, providing technical expertise as needed.
• Perform and record daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly quality control procedures on PET/CT equipment.
• Perform daily and weekly departmental surveys to ensure compliance with radiation standards.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• NMTCB or ARRT registered technologist in Nuclear Medicine, current and in good standing.
• Graduate of an American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiography.
• Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable.
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Training and experience sufficient to competently perform PET/CT procedures independently.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Bilingual.
• ARRT certification in CT.
• NMTCB PET Specialty certification.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k with company match.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.
• Pet insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay.
• DailyPay: Work today, get paid today.

This is a per-diem, temporary/PRN position with varying hours.