PET/CT Technologist

Job Summary RAYUS Radiology is looking for a PET/CT Technologist to join our team. This part‑time (less than 20 hours) position works 6:30am – 5:00pm. The role involves operating the PET/CT scanner(s) to produce diagnostic images, providing a patient‑centered experience, and ensuring excellent customer service. Each patient comes to our centers looking for answers, and you will guide them through the process by kindly explaining procedures and addressing their questions and concerns. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (90%) Patient PET/CT Imaging Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions, using two patient identifiers to ensure correct patient and procedure Explains and prepares patients for PET/CT imaging procedures, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately imaged Performs routine and advanced PET/CT imaging procedures on designated portions of the body with minimal supervision, providing patient support throughout the procedure Adjusts PET/CT scan parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose‑reduction techniques as appropriate Maintains positive attitude and working relationships with radiologists, referring customers and associates Follows physicians' orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect yourself, patients, and coworkers Accurately maintains patient records within the Radiology Information System (RIS) Maintains an orderly and clean work area, promoting good safety habits for patients and coworkers Maintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements Maintains equipment in good working order; cleans and disinfects equipment after each use Ensures compliance with all HIPAA guidelines Assesses, prepares, records and administers radiopharmaceuticals according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission and/or State regulations and departmental policies Administers fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) via intravenous methods to patients Demonstrates knowledge of safety‑related work behaviors to ensure safe job performance and a safe work environment as part of patient care quality Reports contamination to the Radiation Safety Officer (5%) PET/CT Department Support Assists with maintaining an updated imaging protocol manual and software upgrades Monitors medical supply inventory and requests supplies as necessary Assists with training new associates, providing resource and technical expertise as applicable Performs and records daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly quality‑control procedures on PET/CT equipment to ensure compliance with ACR and AOA guidelines Performs daily and weekly departmental surveys to ensure compliance with radiation standards and Nuclear Regulatory Commission and/or State regulations (5%) Completes other tasks as assigned Remote Position No Status Part‑time (less than 20 hours) Requirements NMTCB or ARRT registered technologist in Nuclear Medicine, current and in good standing Graduate of an AMA‑approved school of radiography Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification Must have training and experience sufficient to competently perform PET/CT procedures independently Certification in imaging specialty Preferred Bilingual ARRT certification in CT NMTCB PET Specialty certification RAYUS Radiology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants who are veterans, people with disabilities, and members of protected classes. We offer benefits (based on eligibility) including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, pet insurance, paid time off and holiday pay, and many more. Visit our career page to see them all: DailyPay implementation is contingent upon initial set‑up period. #J-18808-Ljbffr