PET & CT Technologist

RAYUS Radiology; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Columbus is seeking a PET/CT Technologist to join their team. The role involves operating PET/CT scanners to produce images for diagnostic purposes, ensuring excellent patient care and adherence to safety protocols. This is a part-time position, requiring a strong commitment to customer service and technical proficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in operating PET/CT scanners is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate PET/CT scanners to produce diagnostic images.
• Guide patients through procedures and answer questions.
• Maintain patient records and adhere to HIPAA guidelines.

Skills

Patient-centered approach

Excellent customer service

Knowledge of safety protocols

Technical proficiency with PET/CT equipment

Job description

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. Come join us and shine brighter together! 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.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Screen patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure correct patient and procedure.
• Explain and prepare 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.
• Perform routine and advanced PET/CT imaging procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in diagnosing and treating patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats scanned, while providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedure.
• Adjust PET/CT scan parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose reduction techniques as appropriate.
• Maintain a positive attitude and working relationships with radiologist, referring customers and other associates and peers.
• Follow physicians' orders precisely and conform to safety regulations to protect yourself, your patients and coworkers.
• Accurately maintain patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS).
• Maintain an orderly and clean work area, promoting good safety habits for patients and co‑workers.
• Maintain ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements.
• Maintain equipment in good working order; clean and disinfect equipment after each use.
• Ensure compliance with all HIPAA guidelines.
• Assess, prepare, record and administer radiopharmaceuticals according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission and/or State regulations and departmental policies.
• Administer fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) via intravenous methods to patients.
• Demonstrate 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.
• Report contamination to Radiation Safety Officer.

PET/CT Department Support (5%)

• Assist with maintaining an updated imaging protocol manual and software upgrades.
• Monitor medical supply inventory and request supplies as necessary.
• Assist with training of new associates, providing resource and technical expertise, as applicable.
• Perform and record daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly quality control procedures on PET/CT equipment to ensure compliance with ACR and AOA guidelines.
• Perform 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%)

Other tasks as assigned.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part‑time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Hospitals and Health Care

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