PET/CT Technologist

Insight Imaging; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 74,390 - 96,432; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO and holiday pay

Job summary

Insight Imaging is seeking a part-time PET/CT Technologist in Cambridge, MA. In this role, you will perform PET/CT imaging procedures while providing excellent patient care and support. The position requires an active NMTCB or ARRT certification and training to conduct independent procedures.

You'll work around 35 hours per week with shifts from 7:00am to 5:00pm. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k matching, and more.

Qualifications

• NMTCB or ARRT registered technologist in Nuclear Medicine.
• Graduate of an AMA approved school of radiography.
• Current CPR certification and training to perform PET/CT independently.

Responsibilities

• Screens and prepares patients for PET/CT imaging procedures.
• Performs routine and advanced PET/CT imaging procedures.
• Maintains patient records and ensures compliance with regulations.

Skills

Patient care skills

Technical proficiency in PET/CT

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Registered technologist in Nuclear Medicine

Graduate of AMA approved school of radiography

Licensed Radiological Technologist

Tools

Radiology Information System (RIS)

Job description

The pay range for this position is between $54 -$70/ hour based on direct and relevant experience.

RAYUS Radiology is looking for a PET/CT Technologist to join our team. We are challenging the status quo by shining light on radiology and making it a critical first step in diagnosis and proper treatment. As a Positron Emission Tomography‑Computed Tomography (PET/CT) Technologist, you will operate your assigned scanner(s) to produce images of the patient's body for diagnostic purposes. Taking a patient‑centered approach, you will provide PET/CT services within professional standards and with excellent customer service. Each patient comes to our centers looking for answers. You will guide patients through this sometimes difficult process by kindly talking them through the steps and answering their questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process.

This is a part‑time position working approximately 35 hours per week; shifts are 7:00am - 5:00pm.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(90%) Patient PET/CT Imaging

• 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 that will be performed, explaining the procedure, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately
• Performs routine and advanced PET/CT imaging procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats scanned, while providing patient support by talking to patients throughout 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 other associates and peers
• Follows physicians' orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect yourself, your 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 fluorodioxylglucose (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
• Reports contamination to Radiation Safety Officer

(5%) PET/CT Department Support

• 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 of radiation standards of the department and Nuclear Regulatory Commission and/or State Regulations

(5%) Completes other tasks as assigned

Required:

• NMTCB 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:

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

RAYUS Radiology is an EO Employer/Vets/Disabled.

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!