PET/CT Technologist - PMOB Radiation Oncology - Per Diem 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

Keck Medicine of USC

132d • $53 - $87

About The Position

As an integral part of the Imaging Services Team, the PET/CT Technologist provides support for the radiologists in the performance of high quality radionuclide imaging, Computerize Tomography, and lab procedures to assure optimum service and care to every person passing through the Imaging Department. Provides related work as required.

Requirements

• High School or equivalent.
• Specialized/technical training.
• Satisfactory completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program (must have Licenses/Certifications required under this field) *AND/OR Satisfactory completion of an accredited Radiography Training Program (must have Licenses/Certifications required under this field).
• Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.
• Able to function independently and as a member of a team.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year Experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist and Computerized Tomography.

Responsibilities

• Organizes, plans and directs activities relating to patients and procedures for their designated area.
• Demonstrates knowledge of principles of physics, scanning technique, and computer science skills related to nuclear scanning and CT.
• Demonstrates complete working knowledge of PET equipment, CT, and computer software necessary to perform studies.
• Directly responsible for safe and efficient ordering, handling, preparation, administration and documentation of radioactive isotopes.
• Performs, computes and calculates test results using appropriate tools necessary to produce specific statistical information.
• Performs equipment visual inspections, quality checks, and troubleshoots problems.
• Calls for service and notifies all pertinent team members.
• Reviews examination for proper positioning, technique and identification as per approved protocols.
• Selects appropriate equipment and applies immobilization devices as required.
• Confirms patient identification using the appropriate hospital identifiers (name and date of birth).
• Reviews patient questionnaire, doctor’s order and requisition for physician notes and/or special instructions, reviews with radiologist and patient if necessary, to assure safety and appropriateness.
• Recognizes emergency situations, indicate code and properly administer aid as needed.
• Practices sterile technique and prevents cross contamination to patient and instruments.
• Records pertinent patient information and completes all paperwork as required and assists in maintaining files.
• Performs billing functions timely and accurately.
• Administrates the preparation of reports and isotopes documentation (i.e. ordering, storage and disposal) as required by local, State and federal requirements and radiation safety officer’s recommendations.
• Prepares examination for interpretation by radiologist.
• Keeps PET/CT rooms/work areas neat, orderly, and prepared and assures exam room is stocked with appropriate supplies.
• Willingly performs other related duties outside immediate work area as assigned or required (i.e., scheduling, Q.C. follow-up, transport, clerical).
• Assists with ordering and stocking of department supplies and equipment.

Benefits

• Hourly rate range for this position is $53.00 - $87.45.
• USC is an equal opportunity employer.
• USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.
• USC provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees