PET/CT Technologist | San Marcos | 4x10s, Wednesday Off

About the Role

Performs and maintains daily check-ups and quality control on CT scanners as required by credentialing organizations.

Responsibilities

• Reviews requisitions to determine proper study; interviews patients for medical history; prepares patients for exams
• Administers oral and IV contrast; utilizes knowledge of Creatinine meter; explains benefits and risks of contrast to patient
• Positions patient appropriately; selects scan parameters and exposure factors; monitors patient while scanning
• Reviews images for quality and abnormalities; adheres to OSHA guidelines
• Adheres to guidelines regarding radiation protection and recordkeeping; completes documentation and file notations
• Performs QC and patient tests according to protocol; performs weekly Emergency Crash Cart QC
• Works cooperatively with radiologist
• Performs IV insertion as needed following proper guidelines as established by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
• Records the patient's history and any pertinent information regarding their examination
• Verifies that all images, tech notes and required documents have successfully transmitted to PACS in a timely and accurate manner

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Nuclear Medicine program
• ARRT (N) or NMTCB (CNMT), CPR, and MRT required
• NMTCB (PET) and ARRT (CT) or NMTCB (CT) preferred
• CPR and MRT are required
• NMTCB (PET) is required after twelve (12) months, and ARRT (CT) or NMTCB (CT) is required six months after the PET registry
• Three to Five years of experience performing PET/CT exams is preferred

Benefits

• Health and wellness coverage options
• 401(k) with employer offerings
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Incentive and productivity programs (where eligible)
• Family planning and telehealth benefits