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Foundation Radiology Group

PET & CT Technologist

Foundation Radiology Group, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224

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Overview RAYUS now offers DailyPay! Work today, get paid today!

RAYUS Radiology is looking for a PET/CT Technologist to join our team. We are challenging the status quo by shining light on radiology and making it a critical first step in diagnosis and proper treatment. Come join us and shine brighter together! As a Positron Emission Tomography--Computed Tomography (PET/CT) Technologist, you will operate your assigned scanner(s) to produce images of the patient's body for diagnostic purposes. Taking a patient centered approach, you will provide PET/CT services within professional standards and with excellent customer service. Each patient comes to our centers looking for answers. You will guide patients through this sometimes difficult process by kindly talking them through the steps and answering their questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process.

This is a part-time position working approximately 35 hours per week.

Notes:

DailyPay implementation is contingent upon initial set-up period.

Responsibilities PET/CT Imaging (approximately 90% of duties)

Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure correct patient and procedure

Explains and prepares patients for PET/CT imaging procedures, including positioning the patient for correct imaging areas

Performs routine and advanced PET/CT imaging procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury, with minimal supervision

Adjusts PET/CT scan parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose reduction techniques as appropriate

Maintains positive attitude and working relationships with radiologists, referring physicians and other associates

Follows physicians' orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect yourself, patients, and coworkers

Accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)

Maintains an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients and co-workers

Maintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements

Maintains equipment in good working order; cleans and disinfects equipment after each use

Ensures compliance with all HIPAA guidelines

Assesses, prepares, records and administers radiopharmaceuticals according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission and/or state regulations and departmental policies

Administers fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) via intravenous methods to patients

Demonstrates knowledge of safety-related work behaviors to ensure safe job performance and a safe work environment

Reports contamination to Radiation Safety Officer

PET/CT Department Support (approximately 5% of duties)

Assists with maintaining an updated imaging protocol manual and software upgrades

Monitors medical supply inventory and requests supplies as necessary

Assists with training of new associates, providing resource and technical expertise, as applicable

Performs and records daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly quality control procedures on PET/CT equipment to ensure compliance with ACR and AOA guidelines

Performs daily and weekly departmental surveys to ensure compliance with radiation standards and regulatory requirements

Completes other tasks as assigned

Qualifications Required:

NMTCB or ARRT registered technologist in Nuclear Medicine, current and in good standing

Graduate of the American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiography

Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable

Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification

Must have training and experience sufficient to competently perform PET/CT procedures independently

Certification in imaging specialty

Preferred:

Bilingual

ARRT certification in CT

NMTCB PET Specialty certification

Benefits RAYUS is committed to delivering clinical excellence in communities across the U.S., driven by our passion for and superior service to referring providers and patients. RAYUS Radiology is built on our brilliant medicine, brilliant team, brilliant technology and services - all to provide the highest level of patient care possible. We offer benefits (based on eligibility) including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k with company match, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, pet insurance, PTO and holiday pay and many more! Visit our career page to see them all: www.rayusradiology.com/careers.

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