PET Technologist Assistant

The US Oncology Network • Peoria, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The PET Imaging Technologist Assistant is responsible for assisting the PET Technologist with the day-to-day operation. This role involves providing direct patient care, maintaining examination rooms, and ensuring patient safety and comfort. The assistant will also handle administrative tasks such as chart workups and logs, and may interact with imaging systems like PACS.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Medical Background
• Possess current CPR Certification

Nice To Haves

• Have completed a course, minimum two years, in a Radiologic Program approved by the American Registry of Radiation Technology.
• Employee licensed by IEMA (Illinois Emergency Management Agency-Division of Nuclear Safety).
• Possess some knowledge in other imaging modalities.
• Phlebotomy/IV experience and/or phlebotomy certificate
• Completed Medical Terminology Course

Responsibilities

• Assist PET Tech with day-to-day operation while also using critical thinking on issues that may arise.
• Provide direct patient care as directed by the technologists, including but not limited to IV’s, phlebotomies, and glucose testing.
• Establish and maintain proper communications with patients, inter- and extra-office personnel, and physicians.
• Possibly select appropriate acquisition and processing protocols to successfully complete exams under PET Technologist direction.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort prior to, during, and after procedure.
• Assist PET Technologist with patient chart workups, daily logs, and phone calls.
• Maintains examination rooms, stocks and cleans necessary radiological supplies.
• Assist with daily unforeseen tasks that may arise.
• Assist with monitoring Microsoft Teams add on group and emails to include Research Measurement sheets.
• May complete tasks on Imaging PACS (Picture Archiving & Communication System).
• Willingness to travel to other clinics when necessary.
• Adhere to the ILCC employee handbook, facility, and department policies and procedures, and observe HIPAA and OSHA.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options)
• Special wellness programs – Maven, HingeHealth, Livongo, Vitality, and Wondr
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts through our Perks Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED