PET and CT Technologist
About The Position
RAYUS Radiology is seeking a PET/CT Technologist to operate assigned scanners and produce images of patients’ bodies for diagnostic purposes. The technologist provides patient-centered PET/CT services in accordance with professional standards and delivers excellent customer service, guiding patients through procedures and addressing their questions and concerns. The position is Monday through Friday with 10-hour shifts. Pay is $50.00–$60.00 per hour based on direct and relevant experience, and the posting advertises a $10,000 sign-on bonus and a full benefits package. The role includes performing routine and advanced PET/CT imaging procedures, administering radiopharmaceuticals including FDG, maintaining patient and equipment records, following safety and regulatory requirements, and supporting departmental quality control and training. RAYUS offers DailyPay. Benefits are subject to eligibility.
Requirements
- Current NMTCB or ARRT registration as a Nuclear Medicine technologist, in good standing.
- Graduate of an American Medical Association (AMA)-approved school of radiography.
- Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable.
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
- Training and experience sufficient to perform PET/CT procedures independently and competently.
- Certification in an imaging specialty.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual.
- ARRT certification in CT.
- NMTCB PET Specialty certification.
Responsibilities
- Screen patients for precautions or contraindications and verify patient and procedure using two identifiers.
- Explain and prepare patients for PET/CT procedures, including positioning them appropriately.
- Perform routine and advanced PET/CT imaging procedures with minimal supervision and repeats while supporting patients throughout the procedure.
- Adjust scan parameters and use dose-reduction techniques as appropriate.
- Maintain positive working relationships with radiologists, referring customers, associates, and peers.
- Follow physician orders and safety regulations to protect patients, coworkers, and oneself.
- Maintain accurate patient records in the Radiology Information System (RIS).
- Keep the work area orderly and clean and maintain equipment in good working order, cleaning and disinfecting it after use.
- Maintain ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements and comply with HIPAA guidelines.
- Assess, prepare, record, and administer radiopharmaceuticals according to applicable Nuclear Regulatory Commission or state regulations and departmental policies.
- Administer FDG to patients intravenously.
- Report contamination to the Radiation Safety Officer.
- Assist with maintaining imaging protocol manuals and software upgrades.
- Monitor medical supply inventory and request supplies as needed.
- Assist with training new associates by providing resources and technical expertise as applicable.
- Perform and record daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly PET/CT equipment quality-control procedures.
- Perform daily and weekly departmental surveys to check compliance with radiation standards and applicable regulations.
- Complete other tasks as assigned.
Benefits
- $10,000 sign-on bonus.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, based on eligibility.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Adoption assistance.
- Pet insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay.
- DailyPay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
