PET / CT Technologist - Outpatient

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Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

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Job Description

PET / CT Technologist - Per Diem

Department : Imaging

Schedule : Weekend Coverage

Essential Job functions :

• Prepares and injects radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging procedures according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission and or State regulations and department policies.
• Measures concentrations of radioactive isotope in specific body areas to obtain information for use by the Radiologists in diagnosing patients' illness.
• Possess the knowledge and ability to perform all technical procedures in a timely, efficient manner.
• Screens patient before the procedure for any precautions or contraindications pertaining to the examination.
• Greets and identifies correct patient, provides a brief explanation of requested procedure to ensure patient care and patient's right to know.
• Exhibits excellent customer relations with patients, visitors, physicians, co-workers, community and referral sources.
• Employs proper aseptic techniques in IV insertion and administration. 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.
• Produces quality diagnostic images for interpretation.
• Gives reports to physician for review / interpretation within the time frame specified by the department.
• Manages PET / CT schedule for best utilization of time, patient flow and patient needs.
• Performs daily / weekly quality assurance procedures, calibration and flood analysis on the equipment according to manufacturer's guidelines.
• Trouble shoots the scanner, peripheral equipment and reports problems to supervisor.
• Performs departmental surveys to ensure compliance with radiation standards for SMG, NRC, and EPA.
• Follows proper procedures for spill and decontamination, reports contamination to appropriate authorities and regulatory commissions.
• Orders and logs appropriate information regarding receipt of radioactive materials and pharmaceuticals and dispose of radioisotopes according to industry standards and regulations.
• Updates Nuclear Policies and Procedures to reflect current techniques and best practices.
• Maintains and updates accurate patient records within electronic health records. Archives images and documentation to PACS.
• Trains new staff and technologists when necessary.
• Performs CT examinations requiring sound understanding of anatomical positioning, human physiology, CT protocols, and equipment so that selection and modification of technical factors may produce optimum results.
• Familiar with location of emergency equipment and medications to assist in treatment of contrast reactions and other emergencies
• Familiar and able to use intravenous power injectors when necessary

General Job functions :

Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements :

Pay Range : $38.25 - $47.81

The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.

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