PET CT Technologist

Dayton Physicians; Englewood, Kettering (OH, OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision benefits

Company holidays and flexible holiday

Generous PTO with accrual after 1 year

Job summary

Dayton Physicians is seeking a PET/CT Technologist to perform diagnostic PET/CT procedures on adult patients while ensuring safety with ionizing radiation. You will check patient readiness, verify demographics, and educate patients about the procedure and equipment.

Responsibilities include preparing radiopharmaceuticals, assisting with scheduling, and maintaining PET/CT area quality and safety, with CPR kept current. A high school diploma and AMA Radiologic Tech training are required.

Qualifications

• The PET/CT Technologist position requires a High school diploma and Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology and Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board.
• 3-5 years of previous PET/CT experience.
• Current CPR Certification, if not must obtain within 60 days of employment and kept current thereafter

Responsibilities

• The PET/CT Technologist performs diagnostic PET/CT procedures on adult patients utilizing ionizing radiation producing equipment in the safest and most effective manner.
• Checks and prepares patients prior to PET/CT study
• Acquire patients' chart data/requisition and reviews both to determine correct room set-up and learn of any specific medical problems
• Verifies the patients' demographic data is correct in all applicable systems
• Educate patients regarding procedure, equipment and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation
• May assist with scheduling of patients as needed
• Prepares and administers Radiopharmaceuticals within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations
• Performs VNA punctures as necessary and maintains competencies
• Maintains all aspects of the PET/CT area including the technical as well as the clerical components to ensure proper quality assurance results
• Follow all health care privacy and safety rules

Skills

Communication skills

Punctuality

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology

Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Schedule:

Monday - Friday

Work/life balance schedules

Why work for Dayton Physician's Network?

• Full-time employees are eligible for health, dental and vision benefits
• Company holidays and a flexible holiday!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Package
  • Additional accrual increase after 1 year of service with Dayton Physicians!

The CARES model reflects the principles that guide our day-to-day behaviors; our decisions, our actions, and our relationships with each other and with the patients and families we serve. All DPN employees are expected to embrace and demonstrate the following:

• COMPASSION: we show compassion for others
• ACCOUNTABILITY we hold ourselves accountable for our actions
• RESPECT: we show respect for others
• EXCELLENCE: we strive for excellence in all that we do
• SERVICE: we provide outstanding service to our patients, team members and community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• The PET CT Technologist performs diagnostic PET/CT procedures on adult patients utilizing ionizing radiation producing equipment in the safest and most effective manner.
• Checks and prepares patients prior to PET/CT study;
• Acquire patients' chart data/requisition and reviews both to determine correct room set-up and learn of any specific medical problems, contraindications to the study and verify that the study being ordered correlates to the diagnostic needs;
• Verifies the patients' demographic data is correct in all applicable systems;
• Assure patients' safety and comfort during procedures;
• Educate patients regarding procedure, equipment and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation;
• May assist with scheduling of patients as needed;
• Prepares and administers Radiopharmaceuticals within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations;
• Performs VNA punctures as necessary and maintains competencies;
• Maintains all aspects of the PET/CT area including the technical as well as the clerical components to ensure proper quality assurance results.
• Knowledgeable in acquiring, archiving, transmitting, and printing images - when applicable;
• Observes potential equipment dysfunctions and reports problems to appropriate individuals;
• Maintains available equipment up-time at the highest level for patient accessibility;
• Will have responsibilities for supplies, equipment operations and related duties
• Follow all health care privacy and safety rules;
• Works under the scope of practice and in accordance to certificate/licensure in the administration of medications, operation of technical equipment.
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Not applicable

Required Education and/ or Experience:

• The PET/CT Technologist position requires a High school diploma and Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology and Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board.
• 3-5 years of previous PET/CT experience.
• Current CPR Certification, if not must obtain within 60 days of employment and kept current thereafter

General Skill Requirements:

• Excellent oral and written communication
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience working with a Practice Management system.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential requirements of this position to provide excellent customer service to both our internal and external stakeholders.