PRN PET/CT Technologist

DMS Health Technologies•Tucson, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

DMS Health Technologies is seeking a PRN PET/CT Technologist to work weekday daytime hours as needed at sites in Sierra Vista and Green Valley, Arizona. The role performs diagnostic PET, PET/CT, and CT examinations using radiopharmaceuticals and oral and IV contrast agents, while providing quality patient care, comfort, and safety. The technologist explains procedures to patients, answers questions, and works with radiologists to capture precise, detailed images. Routes may change based on business needs, and the position may require travel up to 100% of the time, including occasional travel to other regional sites to provide backup support. The role may also include other duties as assigned. Compensation is $70 per hour, with an annual profit-share bonus of 4%. Employment is contingent on successfully completing a background check and drug screening, in accordance with applicable laws.

Requirements

Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to multitask while maintaining excellent patient care and exam quality in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication, analytical, critical thinking, organizational, and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently as a self-starter.
Ability to follow instructions in stressful environments.
Excellent bedside manner and ability to work with a variety of personalities.
PC proficiency to access job-related internet websites, review online documentation, and use Microsoft Office Suite products.
CNMT or RT (N) credential.
CPR certification.
Complete mandatory education and TB requirements.
Obtain advanced certification in the modality within 18 months of hire.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crawl, climb stairs, push and pull wheelchairs, and carry and lift; ability to move non-ambulatory patients for transfer or examination; ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Willingness and flexibility to travel occasionally to other regional sites for backup support; position may require travel up to 100% of the time.

Responsibilities

Use radiopharmaceuticals and oral and IV contrast agents to perform diagnostic PET, PET/CT, and CT examinations.
Provide quality patient care and comfort, and ensure patient safety during procedures.
Explain medical procedures to patients and answer their questions.
Perform technical procedures requiring independent judgment.
Collaborate with radiologists to ensure imaging examinations proceed smoothly and produce precise, detailed images.
Travel to other sites within the region as needed to provide backup support; routes may change based on business needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.