PET/CT Technologist; 1 day a week!

DMS Health Technologies•Knoxville, TN

6d•$50 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

We offer an excellent compensation package: $50.00-$55.00/hour plus an annual profit-share bonus of 4%, paid the hourly rate door-to-door for mobile positions, and mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate for all but 60 miles/trip For 50 years, DMS Health Technologies has had the honor and privilege of delivering quality medical imaging care and service to our partners and their patients. Every day, we take that experience, expertise and direction that comes with 50 years to be leaders who deliver even greater quality imaging, care, and service. Visit our website to learn more about our remarkable company: https://www.dmshealth.com/ We are seeking a PET/CT Technologist to work Friday's in Knoxville, TN ! The PET/CT Technologist will operate scanning equipment to take diagnostic images of a patient's internal organs and tissue to determine how they are functioning. The technologist has a high level of knowledge in positron emission tomography and is dedicated to producing high quality, diagnostically accurate results in a manner that is safe and effective for the patient. Must be willing and flexible to provide back up support as needed to other routes within the region. Route assignments are subject to change depending on business needs. This position may be required to travel up to 100% of the time.

Requirements

Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be able to multi-task while maintaining great patient care as well as superior quality of exams in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication, analytical, critical thinking, organizational and time management skills.
Must be a self-starter with the ability to work well independently.
The ability to follow instructions in stressful environments.
Superb bedside manner and the ability to work with a variety of personalities.
PC proficiency to access job related internet websites, review on-line documentation and experience using Microsoft Office Suite products.
CNMT or ARRT (N)
CPR certified
Mandatory education provided by DMS
State licensure if required
To ensure a safe environment for patients and staff, the following vaccinations, titers, or declinations and health requirements are required: MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella); Varicella (Chickenpox); Hepatitis B Series; Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis); annual Influenza vaccine; COVID-19 vaccination, if required by facility policy; Tuberculosis screening (annual or per facility guidelines)
Stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel and crawl
Climb up and down stairs
Push and pull wheelchairs
Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening, in accordance with applicable laws.

Responsibilities

Utilizes radiopharmaceuticals as well as oral and IV contrast agents to perform a variety of diagnostic PET, PET/CT and CT examinations.
Providing quality patient care and comfort and ensuring patient safety during the procedure.
Explaining medical procedures to patients and answering any questions they may have.
Performing a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment.
Working in collaboration with radiologists who depend on the technologist to ensure that an imaging test goes smoothly and that precise, detailed images are captured.
This position may be required to travel up to 100% of the time.
Performs other duties as assigned.