PET and CT Technologist

PET And CT TechnologistRAYUS Radiology is looking for a PET and CT Technologist to join our team. We are challenging the status quo by shining the light on radiology and making it a critical first step in diagnosis and proper treatment. Come join us and shine brighter together. As a PET and CT Technologist, you will operate your assigned scanner(s) to produce images of the patient's body for diagnostic purposes. Taking a patient centered approach, you will provide PET/CT services within professional standards and with excellent customer service. Each patient comes to our centers looking for answers. You will guide patients through this sometimes difficult process by kindly talking them through the steps and answering their questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process.This is a temporary/PRN position working varied shifts.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:(90%) Patient PET/CT ImagingScreens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure correct patient and procedureExplains and prepares patients for PET/CT imaging procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriatelyPerforms routine and advanced PET/CT imaging procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats scanned, while providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedureAdjusts PET/CT scan parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose reduction techniques as appropriateMaintains positive attitude and working relationships with radiologist, referring customers and other associates and peersFollows physicians' orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect yourself, your patients, and coworkersAccurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)Maintains an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients and co-workersMaintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirementsMaintains equipment in good working order; cleans and disinfects equipment after each useEnsures compliance with all HIPAA guidelinesAssesses, prepares, records and administers radio pharmaceuticals according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission and/or State regulations and departmental policiesAdministers fluorodioxyglucose (FDG) via intravenous methods to patientsDemonstrates knowledge of safety-related work behaviors to ensure safe job performance and the maintenance of a safe work environment as an integral part of the quality of patient care servicesReports contamination to Radiation Safety Officer(5%) PET/CT Department SupportAssists with maintaining an updated imaging protocol manual and software upgradesMonitors medical supply inventory and requests supplies as necessaryAssists with training of new associates, providing resource and technical expertise, as applicablePerforms and records daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly quality control procedures on PET/CT equipment to ensure compliance with ACR and AOA guidelinesPerforms daily and weekly departmental surveys to ensure compliance of radiation standards of the department and Nuclear Regulatory Commission and/or State Regulations(5%) Completes other tasks as assignedRequired:NMTCB or ARRT registered technologist in Nuclear Medicine, current and in good standingGraduate of the American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiographyLicensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicableCurrent Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificationMust have training and experience sufficient to competently perform PET/CT procedures independentlyCertification in imaging specialtyPreferred:BilingualARRT certification in CTNMTCB PET Specialty certificationRAYUS is committed to delivering clinical excellence in communities across the U.S., driven by our passion for and superior service to referring providers and patients. RAYUS Radiology is built on our brilliant medicine, brilliant team, brilliant technology and services - all to provide the highest level of patient care possible.We bring brilliance to health and wellness. Join our team and shine the light on Radiology Services! RAYUS Radiology is an EO Employer/Vets/Disabled.