PRN, PET-CT Technologist

The US Oncology Network; Chicago Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a PRN PET-CT Technologist. This role involves performing essential diagnostic imaging procedures, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide top-notch care. With a focus on quality and compliance, you will play a crucial role in supporting patients through their treatment journey. If you have a passion for healthcare and a commitment to excellence, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in nuclear medicine is required.
• Knowledge of patient scheduling and billing systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic PET/CT imaging procedures including patient positioning.
• Conduct daily quality control measures to monitor scanner performance.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine Technology

Radiologic Technology

Patient Scheduling

Quality Control

Education

Associates or Bachelors degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology

PET/CT certification

CNMT and/or ARRT certification

Job description

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Overview

Join Affiliated Oncologists as a PRN, PET-CT Technologist!

Overview

Join Affiliated Oncologists as a PRN, PET-CT Technologist!

AO specializes in treating a variety of cancers including lymphoma lung, breast, prostate, gynecologic, colorectal and head and neck cancers. Our physicians and staff are multi-disciplinary team of highly experienced caregivers focused on helping patients and their families receive the best care and support possible.

SCOPE: Under general supervision, performs diagnostic PET/CT and CT imaging procedures and related functions. Collaborates with Medical Director and Supervisor on technical issues, equipment performance and QA. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs diagnostic PET/CT or CT imaging procedures to include: injection of radio- pharmaceutical and/or IV contrast, the administration of oral contrast, protocol setup, patient positioning, reconstruction and filming of images, network image transfers, and archiving of image data.
• Assists in procedure scheduling and related front office functions to ensure smooth workflow.
• Ensures accuracy of patient demographic information, report distribution and patient files.
• Assists with the collection of clinical data for patient follow-up and development of teaching and educational information.
• Provides protection for patient and self in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Conducts daily quality control measures to monitor scanner performance.
• Reports all malfunctions and/or need for service to the proper company or facility.
• Responsible for patient data and films including: printing, archiving, retrieval, network data transfers, tracking and logging of loaned films and requested outside films.
• Understands the contraindications associated with the administration of IV contrast, be able to recognize possible reactions and know the procedure to follow in the case of a reaction.
• Ordering of necessary office, medical, printing and archiving media.
  
  

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or from an AMA accredited program or Associates or Bachelors degree in Radiologic Technology from an AMA accredited program and PET/CT certification.
• Minimum three to five years experience in nuclear medicine.
• General knowledge of patient scheduling and billing systems.
• CNMT (Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist) and/or ARRT (N) certification and state licensure where applicable.
• PET experience preferred.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination for operation and repair of all department equipment. Lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Lifts and pushes patients in wheelchairs/stretchers weighing up to 300 pounds and places in appropriate positions for operation of equipment. Requires ability to reach above shoulder height. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods of time. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to blood, toxic substances, ionizing radiation and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

HOURLY RANGE:

• $47.00-$55.00 per hour
  
  

Applicants will be hired into the title appropriate to their credentials and years of experience.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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