PET Scan Tech

Joinmethodist; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) match

Education support

Dependent scholarships

Job summary

South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers in San Antonio, TX is seeking a PET Scan Technologist to maintain patient care and perform PET/CT procedures with strict safety and quality controls. The role involves administering and disposing of radioactive materials, IV access, and possible medication administration under physician direction.

The position emphasizes patient safety, quality control documentation, and collaboration with the Radiation Safety Officer to uphold Radiation Protection standards

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate Degree in radiologic technology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs PET CT procedures per established protocols and ensures image quality.
• Evaluates workflow and suggests improvements for patient care and efficiency.
• Maintains patient care and safety, documents records for QA and state agencies.
• Provides radiation protection education and supports Radiation Safety Officer.

Skills

Patient care

Radiation safety

Safety procedures

Education

High School diploma

Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

ARRT certification

CMRT certification

Job description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) PET Scan Tech? At South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to 300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Job Summary and Qualifications

General Statement of Duties:

The PET/CT Technologist will maintain patient care and technical skills needed to perform PET/CT procedures. Responsible for the care and safety of the patient while in the facility, keeping records as designated for quality control, quality assurance and state agencies. Insures safe handling, receipt, administration and disposal of radioactive materials. Responsible for initiating and maintaining IV access, may be responsible for injecting specified medication under the direction of the physician.

Essential Job Functions

• 1. Performs PET CT procedures per established protocols, evaluates images for technical quality and follows study through to completion of all requirements.
• 2. Evaluates work flow for ways to improve patient care and streamline procedures, provides input to management.
• 3. Provides quality patient care and high levels of customer service in pursuit of PET/CT duties.
• 4. Provides technologists with in-service regarding Radiation Protection and Radiation exposure for Radiation Safety Officer.
• 5. Responsible for keeping management informed of changes in Radiation Protection Program for Radiation Safety Officer.
• 6. Key person to contact with any questions regarding radiation exposure or Radiation Protection Program in absence of Radiation Safety Officer.
• 7. Arranges technologist coverage as needed for imaging department in absence of Supervisor.

Additional Job Functions

• 1. Supports the mission and vision of South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers and demonstrates excellent customer service at all times.
• 2. Understands and is committed to helping South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers and its associated facilities achieve its goals.
• 3. Must learn and comply with System and facility safety policies and rules; must use appropriate safety equipment and procedures at all times; must immediately report all unsafe conditions to supervisors; must be familiar with all safety features of equipment, tools or materials encompassed by job duties; and must check with supervisors (prior to job performance) if there is a question as to the safe procedure to be used for any job function.
• 4. Adheres to the STRIC Code of Conduct and demonstrates ethical behavior as expected by our patients, colleagues and the community. Understands the personal obligation to report any activity that appears to violate applicable laws, rules and regulations or the Code of Conduct itself.
• 5. Completes other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience

High School Graduate or GED required. Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology (Associate Degree in radiologic technology preferred).

Minimum License and Certificates Required

Must be registered and in good standing with ARRT (N) or NMCTB and Certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services (CMRT) required. Must be certified in CPR.

Benefits

South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers (STRIC) offers full-service, outpatient diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology in San Antonio, Texas. Professional interpretation and interventional procedures are provided by South Texas Radiology Group, P.A. (STRG). STRG has more than 70 Board-Certified Radiologists, many with sub-specialties such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal, body, cardiac, breast, and interventional radiology. They have built strong experience and a trusted reputation over more than fifty years.

Registered technologists who are highly trained and experienced perform safe and accurate imaging exams using advanced imaging technology. South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers (STRIC) is one of the largest outpatient diagnostic imaging providers in San Antonio, with twenty-two locations across San Antonio, Boerne, and Schertz, Texas.

South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers (STRIC) is one of the largest outpatient diagnostic imaging providers in San Antonio, with twenty-two locations across San Antonio, Boerne, and Schertz, Texas.

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Mammography Tech Pool position. We review all applications quickly, and highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies™ by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our PET Scan Tech opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.