PET CT Research Technologist (Clinical Imaging Research)

University of Minnesota Physicians•Minneapolis, MN

4d•$44 - $66•Onsite

About The Position

Why M Physicians? The Center for Clinical Imaging Research (CCIR) offers state-of-the-art imaging equipment for both clinical and research purposes. This high-tech equipment helps provoke the invention of new and innovative ways to treat patients through the creative advancement of imaging. What you will do as a CT Technologist: Performs PET/CT imaging studies, completes communication of pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the examination. as ordered by physician, provider, or principal investigator according to approved procedures. Conducts PET/CT scans on animal patients. Performs injections as necessary to exam and follows sterile techniques and procedures during IV administration. Utilizes and troubleshoots peripheral research equipment. Works with radiologists, residents, principal investigators, research coordinators, and other health care team members, to ensure all concerns are addressed and protocols are up to date. Ensures all imaging protocols for each individual research study are performed consistently to the research specification. Builds PET/CT research protocols. Prepares patients for PET/CT exams, coordinates exams and organizes care plans to ensure quality and continuity of patient care. Documents initial and ongoing data, responses/results or interventions consistent with established policies/procedures/guidelines along with any equipment concerns and/or malfunctions. Documents all pertinent research information into CMRR systems. What you will need: Associate's degree or graduate from an accredited Radiology Health Sciences program with an ARRT or NMTCB registration CT ARRT certification required within 1 year of hire 1+ years of PET/CT or Nuclear Medicine emphasis. Location: 2021 6th St. SE #180 Minneapolis, MN 55455 Hours: 1.0 FTE Benefits: This is a fully benefit eligible position: Competitive wages, Healthcare (including vision & dental), 401K, parking & tuition assistance and more! Compensation: 43.77 - 65.66 USD Hourly At M Physicians we believe in pay transparency and equity. The compensation for each position is based on experience, skills, qualifications, and other role-specific considerations. Our total compensation is designed to support your well-being, career growth, and work-life balance. University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), a non-profit organization headquartered in Minneapolis, seeks motivated individuals for both clinical and non-clinical roles to drive innovation in health and medicine. Our inclusive culture offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for career development in the exciting field of health care to over 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers, and 2,200 health professionals and staff across Minnesota and beyond. Join us on a mission to advance medicine. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Company Overview: At University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), we are on a mission to deliver exceptional patient care, advance medicine through research, and train the next generation of health professionals. M Physicians is the multi-specialty group practice for the University of Minnesota Medical School faculty clinicians, community-practice clinicians, advanced practice providers, and healthcare professionals. We serve the land grant mission of the University by providing high quality specialty and primary care, innovative and leading-edge cures and treatments, and access to the latest evidence-based care to patients across the state of Minnesota and beyond. Employment Update: As an organization deeply rooted in our community, it’s our responsibility to protect the wellbeing of our teams, provide a safe and healthy environment for those we serve, and to set an example for our neighbors. We take our obligation to care for our patients seriously. That is why M Physicians is requiring all employees, providers, learners and volunteers to receive an annual Flu vaccination unless a reasonable accommodation or exemption is granted. Application Instructions: External Candidates: Click “Apply” and sign in with your account. If you are a new applicant, select “Create Account”. Employees: If you are a current University of Minnesota Physicians employee, please log into Workday to access our Internal Careers Site. Contingent Workers: If you are not an employee but have an active Workday account with the University of Minnesota Physicians, please log into Workday and apply using the Find UMP Jobs Worklet.

Requirements

Associate's degree or graduate from an accredited Radiology Health Sciences program with an ARRT or NMTCB registration
CT ARRT certification required within 1 year of hire
1+ years of PET/CT or Nuclear Medicine emphasis

Responsibilities

Performs PET/CT imaging studies, completes communication of pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the examination as ordered by physician, provider, or principal investigator according to approved procedures.
Conducts PET/CT scans on animal patients.
Performs injections as necessary to exam and follows sterile techniques and procedures during IV administration.
Utilizes and troubleshoots peripheral research equipment.
Works with radiologists, residents, principal investigators, research coordinators, and other health care team members, to ensure all concerns are addressed and protocols are up to date.
Ensures all imaging protocols for each individual research study are performed consistently to the research specification.
Builds PET/CT research protocols.
Prepares patients for PET/CT exams, coordinates exams and organizes care plans to ensure quality and continuity of patient care.
Documents initial and ongoing data, responses/results or interventions consistent with established policies/procedures/guidelines along with any equipment concerns and/or malfunctions.
Documents all pertinent research information into CMRR systems.