PET and CT Technologist

Insight Imaging; Bennington (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

PTO and holiday pay

Job summary

RAYUS Radiology is seeking a PET and CT Technologist in Bennington, Vermont to operate imaging scanners and provide essential patient services. This role involves preparing patients for scans, ensuring safety regulations are followed, and maintaining medical equipment.

Applicants should be registered technologists with certifications and must demonstrate a commitment to patient care and compliance with imaging standards. Benefits include medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• NMTBC or ARRT registered technologist in Nuclear Medicine.
• Licensed Radiological Technologist if applicable.
• Must independently perform PET/CT procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned scanners for diagnostic imaging.
• Prepare patients for PET/CT imaging procedures.
• Maintain patient records and ensure equipment compliance.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine expertise

Patient care

Equipment maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

Graduate of AMA approved school of radiography

Current CPR certification

Job description

RAYUS Radiology is looking for a PET and CT Technologist to join our team. You will operate assigned scanners to produce images of the patient's body for diagnostic purposes and provide PET/CT services with excellent customer service. Each patient arrives looking for answers, and you will guide them through the process, ensuring clear communication and a comfortable experience.

This is a temporary/PRN position working varied shifts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient PET/CT Imaging (90%)

• Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure correct patient and procedure
• Explains and prepares patients for PET/CT imaging procedures, ensuring correct positioning of body parts for imaging
• Performs routine and advanced PET/CT imaging procedures on designated portions of the body with minimal supervision, providing patient support throughout the procedure
• Adjusts PET/CT scan parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose reduction techniques as appropriate
• Maintains positive attitude and working relationships with radiologist, referring customers, and peers
• Follows physicians' orders and conforms to safety regulations to protect themselves, patients, and coworkers
• Accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)
• Maintains an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients and co‑workers
• Maintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements
• Maintains equipment in good working order; cleans and disinfects equipment after each use
• Ensures compliance with all HIPAA guidelines
• Assesses, prepares, records and administers radio pharmaceuticals according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission and/or State regulations and departmental policies
• Administers fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) via intravenous methods to patients
• Demonstrates knowledge of safety‑related work behaviors to ensure a safe work environment as part of quality patient care services
• Reports contamination to Radiation Safety Officer

PET/CT Department Support (5%)

• Assists with maintaining an updated imaging protocol manual and software upgrades
• Monitors medical supply inventory and requests supplies as necessary
• Assists with training of new associates, providing resource and technical expertise, as applicable
• Performs and records daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly quality control procedures on PET/CT equipment to ensure compliance with ACR and AOA guidelines
• Performs daily and weekly departmental surveys to ensure compliance with radiation standards of the department and Nuclear Regulatory Commission and/or State Regulations

Completes other tasks as assigned (5%)

Additional duties as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications

• NMTBC or ARRT registered technologist in Nuclear Medicine, current and in good standing
• Graduate of the American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiography
• Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Must have training and experience sufficient to competently perform PET/CT procedures independently
• Certification in imaging specialty

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual
• ARRT certification in CT
• NMTCB PET Specialty certification

We offer benefits (based on eligibility) including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k with company match, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, pet insurance, PTO and holiday pay and many more! Visit our career page to see them all www.rayusradiology.com/careers.

RAYUS Radiology is an EO Employer/Vets/Disabled.

DailyPay implementation is contingent upon initial set-up period.