Lead, PET/CT Technologist (3270)

US Heart and Vascular; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

US Heart and Vascular is seeking a Lead Nuclear Medicine / PET CT Technologist in Houston, TX, based at Willowbrook Cardiovascular Associates. The role oversees PET/CT procedures, patient prep, dose calculations, and QA in a busy private cardiology setting.

The candidate should be a graduate of an accredited Radiology Technology program, ARRT or NMTCB registered, with 2+ years of experience and BLS/CPR certification. Leadership skills and independent work in a fast-paced environment are valued.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology.
• Must be registered with ARRT or NMTCB.
• 2 years of experience preferred.
• BLS/CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Explain procedures to patients to ensure cooperation and optimum test results.
• Prepare stock solutions of radiopharmaceuticals, calculate and administer doses under Physician direction.
• Perform diagnostic exams including Cardiac PET CT studies; supervise treadmill and start IVs.
• Measure radioactivity using Geiger counters and scintillation detectors.
• Maintain radiation safety practices and disposal of radioactive materials.
• Maintain equipment quality control and dosimetry monitoring program.
• Maintain records of patient dosing, hot lab management, and regulatory requirements.
• Respond to audits in a timely manner and oversee PACS/eMR reconciliation.
• Manage patient volume, scheduling, and communication of appointment/test details.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership experience

Independent work

Education

Accredited Radiology Technology program graduate

Job description

Lead, PET/CT Technologist (3270)

Willowbrook - Dotson - Houston, TX 77070

Overview

Position Type: Full Time

Job Shift: Day

Education Level: Accredited School of Radiology Tech Grad

Travel Percentage: None

Category: Other Positions

Description

Lead Nuclear Medicine/PET CT Technologist

Willowbrook Cardiovascular Associates is adding to our team and in search of a full-time Lead Nuclear Medicine / PET CT Technologist in Houston, TX. This position is based in our Dotson Road office location.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Explains procedure to patients to assure cooperation and optimum test results
• Prepares stock solutions of radiopharmaceutical materials, calculate doses, and administer doses, under direction of Physician
• Performs diagnostic exams including Cardiac PET CT studies on patients as prescribed by physicians, including treadmill supervision and starting IVs.
• Measures radioactivity using Geiger counters, scalers and scintillation detectors
• Follows radiation safety techniques in use and disposal of radioactive materials
• Maintains quality control of all equipment
• Maintains records of patient dosing, hot lab management, and regulatory requirements
• Maintains dosimetry monitoring program
• Responds to all audits in a timely manner
• Oversees claim reconciliation within PACs system and eMR
• Manage patient volume and scheduling
• Manage patient communication of appointment details, test details, and basic financial responsibility info provided by RCM team

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have excellent interpersonal and critical thinking skills
• Leadership experience preferred
• Must be confident with working independently in a very busy private cardiology practice setting.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology
• Must be registered with ARRT or NMTCB
• 2 years of experience preferred.
• BLS/CPR Certification

About Houston, TX:

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