PET-CT Tech

The US Oncology Network • Paradise, NV

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada (CCCN) is seeking a motivated and caring PET-CT Technologist to join their team at the Twain site in Las Vegas, Nevada. CCCN has been providing groundbreaking treatments and patient-centered care for over 50 years, integrating the latest diagnostic, therapeutic, and research capabilities in state-of-the-art facilities across Southern Nevada. This role is an exciting opportunity to contribute to diagnosing and treating cancer and blood disorders.

Requirements

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or from an AMA accredited program or Associates or Bachelors degree in Radiologic Technology from an AMA accredited program and PET/CT certification.
• General knowledge of patient scheduling and billing systems.
• CNMT (Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist) and/or ARRT (N) certification and state licensure where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum three to five years experience in nuclear medicine and/or previous PET experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic PET/CT or CT imaging procedures to include: injection of radio- pharmaceutical and/or IV contrast, the administration of oral contrast, protocol setup, patient positioning, reconstruction and filming of images, network image transfers, and archiving of image data.
• Assists in procedure scheduling and related front office functions to ensure smooth workflow.
• Ensures accuracy of patient demographic information, report distribution and patient files.
• Assists with the collection of clinical data for patient follow-up and development of teaching and educational information.
• Provides protection for patient and self in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Conducts daily quality control measures to monitor scanner performance.
• Reports all malfunctions and/or need for service to the proper company or facility.
• Responsible for patient data and films including: printing, archiving, retrieval, network data transfers, tracking and logging of loaned films and requested outside films.
• Understands the contraindications associated with the administration of IV contrast, be able to recognize possible reactions and know the procedure to follow in the case of a reaction.
• Ordering of necessary office, medical, printing and archiving media.

Benefits

• excellent benefits
• a team environment
• professional development
• the chance to be part of a nationwide network dedicated to fighting the war against cancer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree