PET/CT Technologist

OSF HealthCare; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CEUs

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Well-Being Time

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

OSF HealthCare in Peoria, IL seeks a PET/CT Technologist to operate the PET/CT scanner and ensure quality three-dimensional images. You will coordinate PET, CT and radiation treatment planning workflows, and manage all radioactive shipments and records in line with IEMA standards.

The role requires graduate of AMA approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program, ARRT/NMTCB certification, IEMA licensure, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• ARRT or NMTCB certification in good standing.
• Illinois IEMA license.
• American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate the PET/CT scanner to obtain quality 3D images.
• Direct workflow for PET scans, CT scans and treatment planning.
• Manage radioactive shipments and records per IEMA standards.
• Coordinate PET, CT and treatment planning scans; communicate with physicians, nursing staff and patients.

Skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Education

AMA approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology

ARRT or NMTCB certification

Illinois IEMA license

American Heart Association BLS

Tools

PET/CT scanner operation

Radiation treatment planning

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $42.05 - $55.04/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

OSF offers a supportive environment focused on professional growth and development. Benefits include paid continuing education units (CEUs), tuition reimbursement for further education, a 401(k) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 5% of salary contributed, and 40 hours of Well-Being Time each year, available after 90 days of employment and renewed annually on your work anniversary. In addition, OSF HealthCare is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY:

PET/CT technologist operates the PET/CT scanner to obtain quality three-dimensional images. The PET/CT Technologist directs the appropriate workflow for PET scans, CT scans and Radiation treatment planning as well as managing all radioactive shipments and records of administration and disposal following IEMA standards. The PET/CT Technologist uses advanced skill set of visualization / understanding of neuro, cardiac, vascular and solid organ anatomy. The PET/CT Technologist requires unique understanding of the bio-routing of isotopes and the advanced physics of a CT scanner. These skills have been honed by advanced training. The PET/CT technologist must be able to effectively oversee and manage the timely workflow of the PET/CT department by coordinating the PET, CT and Radiation treatment planning/post-operative scans. The PET/CT Technologist must have good organizational and critical thinking skills to manage appropriate throughput of the several modalities as well as excellent communication and conflict resolution skills to create a positive work environment and experience for every patient encounter. Technologist acts as main point of contact for all PET/CT related questions from physician practices, nursing floors, and patients and their family.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a graduate of an AMA approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology
• Currently registered and in good standing by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB)
• Licensed by the state of Illinois’ emergency management agency (IEMA)
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1 year minimum experience in General Nuclear Medicine or PET/CT
• PET/CT certification through Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Boards (CNMT)
• Certified CT Technologist
• Registered or registry eligible by the ARRT or NMTCB

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.