PET CT Technologist

Urology Clinics of North Texas, PLLC; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Urology Clinics of North Texas is seeking a PET CT Technologist who will perform PET/CT scans and nuclear medicine procedures. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, will maintain patient safety, and is licensed in Texas. This full-time position is based in Plano, with responsibilities including patient interactions and adherence to protocols.

Benefits

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Bonus potential

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Profit sharing

Referral program

Qualifications

• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to administer isotopes and IV contrast.
• At least 2 years' experience in general and cardiac nuclear medicine and 1 year in PET/CT.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality PET/CT and diagnostic CT procedures.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols in nuclear medicine.
• Interact professionally with patients and staff.

Skills

Customer Service

Compassion

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Nuclear Medicine program

Job description

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Purpose:

Purpose:

The Molecular Imaging Technologist performs PET/CT scan procedures, diagnostic CT and nuclear medicine therapy procedures in accordance with standards set by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB). This position works within the interdisciplinary team to provide safe and personalized care for patients.

Location: Dallas and Plano clinics.

Essential Duties

• Performs high quality PET/CT scan procedures to support accurate diagnosis while maintaining high quality patient care.
• Performs IV injections for all PET/CT scan procedures.
• Performs high quality diagnostic CT procedures to support accurate diagnosis.
• Performs high quality nuclear medicine procedures to include I-131 therapy, Lu-177 Pluvicto, and Ra-223 Xofigo.
• Follows all radiation safety practices and protocols for all nuclear medicine, diagnostic CT and PET/CT procedures.
• Orders, prepares, administers, stores and disposes of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols and applicable regulations/standards for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
• Post processes all PET/CT and diagnostic CT procedures to support accurate diagnosis.
• Uses information systems proficiently including EMR, scheduling, and PACS software applications.
• Interacts with both internal and external customers professionally
• Assist other departments during down times
• Attend and participate in mandatory work related meetings and training sessions
• Assigns Tasks using the electronic medical record (EMR) to communicate pending work.
• Maintain a productive relationship with physicians, radiation therapy, medical oncology, physics and dosimetry departments.
• Follow established practice patterns to ensure the timely readiness of treatment plans
• Follow the code of ethics and practice standards set by the ARRT and NMTCB.
• Compliant with all licensure and certification requirements to perform job as required by applicable State licensing, ARRT, NMTCB and company policy.
• Reports work related injuries to the supervisor immediately.
• Reports unsafe equipment or work conditions to supervisor immediately.
• Attend and participate in regularly scheduled technical/clinical staff meetings
• Acknowledge new or revised policies and procedures through in-service documentation form.
• Participates in OSHA related activities, including drills.
• Ensure that required competencies and mandatory training and compliance activities are completed as assigned.
• Notifies supervisor of sick time before the start of next scheduled shift and days thereafter.
• Requests vacation time in advance in order for the supervisor to arrange coverage.
• Monitors and stock supply levels of PET/CT scan room and/or hot lab and reports to supervisor when supply orders are needed
• Review expiration dates of all supplies in PET/CT room and hot lab monthly and remove expired supplies from service.
• Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
  
  

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to administer isotopes and IV contrast.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely from location to location.
• Operate independently
• Exude an attitude of customer service to patients and staff within an office.
• Shows empathy and compassion
  
  

Education And Or Experience

• Education: Successful completion of an approved Nuclear Medicine program required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Work Experience: A minimum of two (2) years' experience working in general and cardiac nuclear medicine required, including a minimum of one (1) year experience in PET/CT required.
• Special Training, Certification or Licensure: State of Texas MRT license. Current R.T. (NM) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) -OR- Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) required. Current CPR/BLS Healthcare Provider certification required. ARRT or NMTCB Certification in CT is preferred but not required.
  
  

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Good organizational skills
• Must maintain confidentiality
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills
• Must ensure positive interactions in dealing with patients and other staff members.
  
  

CONFIDENTIAL AND SENSITIVE INFORMATION:

• Must adhere to HIPAA guidelines with the handling of confidential patient information.
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Balancing: Yes

Crouching: Yes

Pulling: Yes

Carrying: Yes

Grasping: Yes

Sitting: Yes

Climbing: No

Kneeling: Yes

Standing: Yes

Crawling: No

Lifting: Yes

Seeing: Yes

Job Description Clause

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Profit Sharing
• Bonus Potential
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
  
  

Medical Specialty:

• Nuclear Medicine
• Radiology
  
  

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
  
  

Experience:

• PET/CT scan: 1 year (Required)
  
  

License/Certification:

• MRT, ARRT or NMTCB (Required)
  
  

Work Location: In person

Job Description Clause

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Job Type: Full-time

License/Certification:

• MRT, ARRT or NMTCB (Required)
  
  

Work Location: In person

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