RAD ONC - PET/CT TECHNOLOGIST

Mountain View Hospital; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and 

401K with up to 6% match

Earned Quarterly Bonus Program

Education Reimbursement Program

Discount for medically necessaryProced

Discount for procedures at Mountain e

Job summary

Mountain View Hospital is seeking a PET/CT Technologist to join our team. The role involves performing PET/CT exams, ensuring quality imaging, and documenting results in the medical record according to state regulations.

The technologist administers radiopharmaceuticals and coordinates scheduling for diagnostic and simulation procedures under physician direction. Requirements include ARRT (N) or NMTCB certification with BLS, at least 1 year in radiology, and proficiency with PET/CT operations

Qualifications

• Must hold or obtain ARRT (N) or NMTCB licensure; ARRT CT preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year radiology experience.
• Ability to operate PET/CT equipment and manage records.

Responsibilities

• Perform PET examinations per Radiologist protocols.
• Conduct QA and QC on PET CT equipment and hot lab.
• Maintain nuclear medicine records per state regulations.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals under supervision per protocols.
• Prepare and review patient screening and safety procedures.
• Document findings and ensure timely EMR entry.

Skills

ARRT (N) certification

ARRT(CT) preferred

BLS certification

Radiology experience (1 year)

English writing skills

Teamwork

Education

ARRT/NMTCB certification

Tools

PET/CT equipment operation

EMR system proficiency

Job description

Mountain View Hospital is looking for a PET/CT Technologist to join our team!

Job Summary

Completion of PET/CT exams to include quality imaging, promptly and accurately documenting the exam and relevant notes into the medial records. Precisely interprets physician’s scanning instructions. Administers radioactive isotopes, both diagnostic and therapeutic. Records and maintains appropriate nuclear medicine records in compliance with state regulations and radioactive material license. Scheduling of positron emission tomography and computed tomography (PET/CT) exams for diagnostic and simulation procedures of patients. Positioning the patient for therapy at the direction of the radiation oncologist. Completion of the exam to include quality imaging, promptly and accurately documenting the treatment and any relevant notes into the medical record. Verifying diagnosis codes and prior authorization.

Benefits

Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs ordered PET examinations of appropriate anatomical regions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and protocols established by the Radiologist.
• Quality control and QA of exams.
• Performs daily, quarterly and annual quality control procedures on PET CT equipment and hot lab equipment.
• Record and maintain appropriate nuclear medicine records in compliance with state regulations and radioactive material license. Records results and reports equipment malfunctions to the appropriate staff.
• Maintains technical competency through continued education as required by accrediting and licensing bodies.
• Under guidance and approval of site Radiologist or Radiation Oncologist, administers contrast agents and/or radiopharmaceuticals according to site-specific protocols.
• Completes and signs the Patient Screening and/or Pre-authorization form and reviews/explains the procedure and safety precautions to the patient.
• Calculates, measures, and records radiopharmaceutical dosages received, used, and disposed using computer and following physician’s prescription.
• Calculates, measures, and records radiopharmaceutical dosages received, used, and disposed using computer and following physician’s prescription.
• Order correct radiopharmaceutical, dose and calibration time for next day patients from the radiopharmacy.
• Performs CT simulation procedures to satisfy topographic/radiographic identification of treatment area and obtains accurate and appropriate data to complete dosimetric calculation and routine setup.
• Fabricates patient immobilization and beam altering devices to include Cerrobend blocks and vacuum bags.
• Complies with all safety policies and regulations including radiation safety. Complies with ALARA principles to reduce occupational radiation exposure.
• Follows quality assurance guidelines and maintains patient confidentiality.
• Processes and labels imaging studies accurately and in a timely manner. Documents procedures in the electronic medical record.
• Maintains a safe, neat, orderly and supplied work area.
• Attends all other meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned by direct or in-direct supervisor.

About Mountain View

Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley – all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.

Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: Must hold or obtain current licensure or certification as an ARRT (N) or NMTCB. ARRT(CT) preferred. Must hold or obtain current BLS.

Experience: Minimum of 1 year in Radiology field a must.

Equipment/Technology: Must be able to learn PET/CT operations and electronic record and verify.

Language/Communication: Writing/editing English skills necessary to produce appropriate documentation and communications.

Personal Presentation: Must be able to professionally interact with customer patients, families and other staff.

Mathematical Skills: Must be able to calculate calibrations, dilutions and protocols of PET/CT materials and settings.

Mental Capabilities: Ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Interpersonal: Must be able to work well in small teams to accomplish departmental goals.

Performance: Must be able to take verbal instruction and practically apply it without direct supervision.