PET/CT Technologist Float | PRN

Radiology Partners•Nashville, TN

21d

About The Position

Join Premier Radiology, Transform your Career and Radiology! Who We Are: Discover Premier Radiology, the gateway to top-tier outpatient imaging in Tennessee! With access to hundreds of board-certified radiologists, we deliver state-of-the-art diagnostic care conveniently. Our mission is clear: providing high-quality, affordable imaging studies right where our patients live and work. From specialized radiologists to skilled technicians, accuracy and patient satisfaction drive us. Along with Radiology Partners, the leading practice in the U.S., we’re here to Transform Radiology. What We Offer: 20+ Clinics Across Nashville Competitive Compensation Packages Work-Life Balance Modality Cross-Training New Grads Welcome Mobile Diagnostics Team Professional Development Premier Radiology is seeking a PET/CT Technologist to perform computed tomography procedures to produce imaging using PET/CT technology to assist physicians with formulating a medical diagnosis, while complying with safety and regulatory requirements. Specifically conduct computerized tomography exams and document clinically appropriate results for interpretive physician and records.

Requirements

Successful completion of a radiology program at an accredited school
Current registration with the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT)
State licensure where required
BCLS required
Must have competency in venipuncture, aseptic technique, universal precautions and documentation, contrast administration, and use of power injector

Nice To Haves

One to three years of radiology technologist experience preferred
One to three years of experience as a PET/CT technologist preferred

Responsibilities

Provides PET/CT services in a timely and cost effective manner
Ensures operational excellence and quality of care in the Facility
Demonstrates use of proper positioning to produce quality imaging
Maintains quality of imaging services in an efficient and effective manner
Demonstrates knowledge of all equipment to provide a safe environment for patients and staff
Utilizes information and skills necessary to perform assigned maintenance responsibilities
Demonstrates startup procedures, calibration of equipment, and troubleshooting
Demonstrates knowledge of using hardcopy devices, film-processing equipment, written and/or other recorded formats, and archiving
Demonstrates knowledge of radiation safety to provide a safe environment for patients and staff
Utilizes radiation-monitoring devices at all times
Performs proper radiation safety precautions to include providing protection and inquiring if females of child bearing age are pregnant
Semi Annual inspection of the radiation protection devices, under fluoroscopy CT or by plain film
Conducts exams in a safe, effective, and efficient manner
Demonstrates knowledge and documented competency of power injector contrast administration, contrast reaction venipuncture, aseptic technique, universal precautions, documentation skills, etc.
Must be able to effectively respond to incidents of contrast reaction and extravasation.