Hybrid PET CT Technologist - LGH/Full Time Days bei Centra Health, Inc
Centra Health, Inc · Lynchburg, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
- Professional
- Optionales Büro in Lynchburg
BONUS ELIGIBLE - $20K For full time new or experienced PET CT Techs!
Under the clinical direction of a Radiologist, the Coordinator of Nuclear Medicine and PET-CT Services and the Director of Radiology, performs a variety of diagnostic imaging procedures. Responsible for the daily Quality Control of all Hot Lab and Imaging Equipment. The technologist must use exceptional communication skills to connect with patients, explain the procedure in a manner that they are calm and comfortable prior to being injected for the procedure. They display their technical competence by effectively producing high quality PET-CT images.
Responsibilities
Performs diagnostic PET-CT / CT imaging procedures
Quality control of all equipment
Prep and measurement of radio-pharmaceuticals
Injection of the radio-pharmaceuticals or IV contrast
Administration of oral contrast
Protocol setup
Patient Positioning
Image reconstruction and filming
Network image transfers and archiving of image data
Adhere to all Radiation Safety rules to provide a safe environment. Survey department areas and record readings.
Collect patient clinical information and follow HIPAA guidelines.
Maintains proper documentation in accordance with NRC / State licensure requirements.
Adheres to and performs in accordance with hospital rules and regulations related to fire, safety and emergency codes.
May perform other duties as assigned or requested and job specification can be modified or updated at any time.
Qualifications
Required Education: Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Program. Completed required hours of continuing education
Preferred Education: Bachelors Degree
Required Experience: 6 months of experience as a PET-CT Technologist
Required Certifications and Licensures: Current ARRT (N) or CNMT certification. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification from American Heart Association or the American Red Cross
Preferred Certifications and Licensures: CNMT (PET) ARRT (N)(CT) CNMT (CT)
