PET-CT Technologist

Akumin; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A healthcare imaging company in Germany is seeking a PET-CT Technologist to ensure patient comfort and produce high-quality diagnostic images. The role involves effective communication with patients and radiologists, as well as training new technologists. Candidates should possess a High School Diploma, Nuclear Medicine Certification, and CPR certification, with 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred. This position may involve local travel and exposure to radiation, emphasizing the importance of safety and patient care.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required.
• Certification in Nuclear Medicine by the NMTCB or ARRT (N) required.
• CPR certification required.
• 1-2 years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures and studies preferred.

Aufgaben

• Responsible for patient safety including pre-screening and documentation.
• Produces high-quality diagnostic images.
• Effectively communicates with customers and radiologists.
• Trains new technologists.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Basic computer knowledge

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Nuclear Medicine Certification

Jobbeschreibung

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Our PET/CT technologists use exceptional communication skills to connect with patients, explain the procedure and put them at ease. With a caring attitude and keen attention to detail, they ensure patient comfort, safety and satisfaction every step of the way. They demonstrate technical competence by interpreting physician orders/instructions and selecting appropriate software options and imaging parameters to produce the highest-quality PET/CT images/studies possible, enabling physicians to diagnose with pinpoint accuracy and treat with confidence. Our techs work in a variety of environments—a freestanding outpatient center, a mobile coach, or a hospital-based/inpatient facility—delivering imaging care at any access point.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient safety including pre-screening for contraindications, aseptic injection technique, and radiation safety/regulations, including proper documentation and technique when working with radioactive materials/patients.
• Produces high-quality diagnostic images.
• Effectively communicates with customers and/or radiologists.
• Trains new technologists and/or PC's.
• Troubleshoots the scanner, coach and peripheral equipment (including monitors, PACS, coils, etc.).

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Certification in Nuclear Medicine by the NMTCB or ARRT (N) required.
• State license, as required.
• CPR certification required.
• 1-2 years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures and studies preferred.
• Ability to work at several locations.
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.
• Local travel may be required.
• The COVID-19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment.
• All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

Physical Requirements

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. The employee will be exposed to radioactive isotopes and ionizing radiation. May be exposed to radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

• More than 50% of the time: Sit, stand, walk; repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs; see, speak and hear to communicate with patients.
• Less than 50% of the time: Stooping, kneeling or crawling; climb and balance; carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

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