Job Title : PET / CT Technologist
3 - 4 days a week between Pompton Plains NJ
and Flemington NJUsually 10-11 hours per day. Prefer Dual Certified.
Needs to have graduated from an accredited NM school in order to obtain a NJ license.
Job Summary
a PET / CT Technologist to join their team. They describe themselves as "challenging the status quo by shining the light on radiology and making it a critical first step in diagnosis and proper treatment." You will perform all Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Computed Tomography (CT) (PET / CT) procedures according to established standards and protocols to provide quality patient care. Also, you are expected to remain self-motivated to increase your level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease, and new procedures as they evolve.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- ~75% of role : Perform routine and advanced PET / CT procedures on designated parts of the body for diagnostic / treatment purposes, with minimal supervision or repeat scans.
- Screen patients before the procedure for any precautions or contraindications.
- Explain and prepare patients for the PET / CT procedure, positioning them appropriately, and provide patient support by talking them through the process.
- Adjust scan parameters properly, using dose-reduction techniques where appropriate.
- Additional duties (~5-%) as assigned.
Qualifications / Requirements
Accredited program graduate in Nuclear Medicine Technology or Radiologic Technology.Certification by NMTCB or ARRT in Nuclear Medicine / Nuclear Technology (and CT where applicable).NJ State licensure (or eligibility) for Nuclear Medicine / Radiologic Technology.BLS / CPR certification.Ability to perform PET / CT procedures, administer radiopharmaceuticals, work independently.Excellent communication, patient-care skills.