PET/CT Technologist - PRN

About Us

Lowcountry Oncology Associates is dedicated to delivering high-quality and compassionate cancer care in our community, for our community, and by oncologists who live in our community. Our team values the contributions of every member to create a culture of people helping people and making a difference in our lives and those we serve.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic PET/CT and CT imaging procedures as directed by a physician to provide essential patient care.
• Prepare, administer, and measure radioactive isotopes in therapeutic and diagnostic radiotracer studies using a variety of equipment, in accordance with the requirements of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC).
• Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation.
• Position equipment and adjust controls to set exposure factors such as time and distance.
• Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment according to the required calibration schedule.
• Wipe, survey, log, and properly dispose of all radioactive materials in accordance with DHEC standards.
• Practice radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff.
• Oversee quality control and reporting for the Diagnostic Imaging Department.
• Maintain radiation monitors and ensure proper registration of radiology equipment.
• Comply with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to radiology.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of all equipment.
• Order and stock all radiology supplies.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned to support our mission of delivering high-quality and compassionate cancer care.

Requirements

• SC Radiation Quality Standards Association License and registered with The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Registered with the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB).
• Graduate of an American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiography.
• Training and experience sufficient to competently perform PET/CT procedures independently.
• At least one (1) year of experience in Diagnostic Imaging.
• Knowledge of Nuclear Medicine procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-Ray testing, including body mechanics and patient movement.
• Knowledge of radiology equipment, including safety hazards common to radiology.
• Skill in positioning patients properly.
• Skill in preparing and administering contrast materials.
• Skill in identifying and correcting equipment problems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.