PET/CT Technologist

RAYUS Radiology•Covington, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

RAYUS Radiology is looking for a PET/CT Technologist to join their team. They aim to challenge the status quo by highlighting radiology as a critical first step in diagnosis and treatment. The PET/CT Technologist will operate assigned scanner(s) to produce diagnostic images of the patient's body. This role requires a patient-centered approach, providing PET/CT services within professional standards and with excellent customer service. The technologist will guide patients through the process, explaining steps and answering questions and concerns regarding exam procedures.

Requirements

NMTCB or ARRT registered technologist in Nuclear Medicine, current and in good standing
Graduate of the American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiography
Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
Must have training and experience sufficient to competently perform PET/CT procedures independently
Certification in imaging specialty

Nice To Haves

Bilingual
ARRT certification in CT
NMTCB PET Specialty certification

Responsibilities

Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure correct patient and procedure.
Explains and prepares patients for PET/CT imaging procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately.
Performs routine and advanced PET/CT imaging procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats scanned, while providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedure.
Adjusts PET/CT scan parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose reduction techniques as appropriate.
Maintains positive attitude and working relationships with radiologist, referring customers and other associates and peers.
Follows physicians' orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect yourself, your patients, and coworkers.
Accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS).
Maintains an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients and co-workers.
Maintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements.
Maintains equipment in good working order; cleans and disinfects equipment after each use.
Ensures compliance with all HIPAA guidelines.
Assesses, prepares, records and administers radio pharmaceuticals according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission and/or State regulations and departmental policies.
Administers fluorodioxyglucose (FDG) via intravenous methods to patients.
Demonstrates knowledge of safety-related work behaviors to ensure safe job performance and the maintenance of a safe work environment as an integral part of the quality of patient care services.
Reports contamination to Radiation Safety Officer.
Assists with maintaining an updated imaging protocol manual and software upgrades.
Monitors medical supply inventory and requests supplies as necessary.
Assists with training of new associates, providing resource and technical expertise, as applicable.
Performs and records daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly quality control procedures on PET/CT equipment to ensure compliance with ACR and AOA guidelines.
Performs daily and weekly departmental surveys to ensure compliance of radiation standards of the department and Nuclear Regulatory Commission and/or State Regulations.
Completes other tasks as assigned.