PET/CT Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

We are excited to announce an opening for the positing of PET/CT Technologist at Tower Imaging Valencia. If you consider yourself a skilled and dedicated professional seeking a rewarding opportunity with an established medical imaging facility, we invite you to apply.

Position Summary

The PET/CT Technologist is responsible for providing patient care services by performing CT exams in a safe and productive manner that prioritizes patient safety and information security.

Essential Duties Responsibilities

• Perform PET/CT scans on patients in accordance with established protocols and safety guidelines while providing utmost care.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals to patients, ensuring accurate dosage and adherence to radiation safety standards.
• Monitor patients during scans, ensuring their comfort and well-being throughout the procedure.
• Quality and regulatory requirements, including radiation safety protocols and patient confidentiality.
• Operate and maintain PET/CT equipment, troubleshoot issues, and perform routine quality control checks.
• Collaborate with physicians to obtain and interpret imaging data.
• Maintain accurate patient records, documenting procedures, observations, and any adverse reactions.
• Ordering of supplies.
• Participate in projects and/or meetings, and complete other tasks as assigned by management.
• Meets regulatory requirements for licensures/certification renewal and complies with Tower’s in-service training, attendance, punctuality, uniform, and dress code.
• Maintains utmost confidentiality in handling company and sensitive patient information, documents, and films/CDs. Meets all requirements for confidential information management, including access and distribution controls, password policies, HIPAA and CPI compliance, secure filing and disposal, and records retention and storage.
• Respects patient dignity.

Other Duties

• Attends meetings and/or training seminar as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

For over a decade, the physicians of Tower Imaging have provided highly specialized expertise, premier imaging technology, and exceptional customer care to physicians and patients in the Santa Clarita Valley. Tower Imaging Valencia is a proud partner of Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital and as a team strives to provide the most convenient service in a compassionate and comforting environment.

We appreciate your interest and look forward to reviewing your application.

Certification Requirements:

• Board Certified in Nuclear Medicine: NMTCB (CNMT) or ARRT(N)
• Radiography ARRT(CT) or ARRT(R)
• CA State licensure required in Nuclear Medicine

Qualifications

• Valid certification as a PET/CT Technologist.
• Proficiency in operating PET/CT scanners and associated imaging software.
• Strong knowledge of radiopharmaceutical administration and radiation safety protocols.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with patients and healthcare professionals.
• Attention to detail and the ability to maintain accuracy in documentation and image interpretation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Commitment to maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of blood borne pathogen requirements.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work flexible schedules as needed.
• Strong organizational skills, problem solving skills

Physical Requirements and Exposures

• Frequent standing, walking, and sitting, occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Hand and finger mobility for use of reaching and manipulating keyboards and other imaging equipment.
• Occasional lifting of materials weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Clear hearing and speaking voice sufficient for face-to-face and telephonic communications.
• Clear vision, with or without correction, for near and far work, sufficient to operate office and medical equipment. Color vision is required.
• Demonstrates, observes and complies with Tower safety, infection prevention and control policies/ procedures; use of required personal protective equipment.
• Exposure to potential hazards such as radiation emitting equipment, extreme heat or cold, chemicals, bio-hazard waste and sharp instruments.
• Noise level: typical of an office and medical clinic environment.

Additional Information

• Must be willing to work overtime when requested and authorized.
• Responsible for completion of continuing education credits sufficient to retain current licensure at own cost and on own time.