The PET/CT Technologist provides support for the radiologists in the performance of high quality radionuclide imaging, Computerize Tomography, CT diagnostic and lab procedures to assure optimum service and care. Provides related work as required.

Under the supervision of the Radiation Therapy Supervisor and Clinic Leadership, the PET/CT Technologist provides support for the radiologists in the performance of high-quality radionuclide imaging, Computerize Tomography, CT diagnostic and lab procedures. Provides related work as required.

Essential Duties:

• Organizes, plans and directs activities relating to patients and procedures for their designated area.
• Demonstrates knowledge of principles of physics, scanning technique, and computer science skills related to nuclear scanning and CT.
• Demonstrates complete working knowledge of PET equipment, CT, and computer software necessary to perform studies.
• Directly responsible for safe and efficient ordering, handling, preparation, administration and documentation of radioactive isotopes.
• Performs, computes and calculates test results using appropriate tools necessary to produce specific statistical information.
• Performs equipment visual inspections, quality checks, and troubleshoots problems. Calls for service and notifies all pertinent team members.
• Procedures are planned and executed considering physiologic and developmental age.
• Reviews examination for proper positioning, technique and identification as per approved protocols. Selects appropriate equipment and applies immobilization devices as required.
• Confirms patient identification using the appropriate hospital identifiers (name and date of birth).
• Reviews patient questionnaire, doctors order and requisition for physician notes and/or special instructions, reviews with radiologist and patient if necessary, to assure safety and appropriateness.
• Recognizes emergency situations, indicate code and properly administer aid as needed.
• Practices sterile technique and prevents cross contamination to patient and instruments.
• Records pertinent patient information and completes all paperwork as required and assists in maintaining files. Performs billing functions timely and accurately.
• Administrates the preparation of reports and isotopes documentation (i.e. ordering, storage and disposal) as required by local, State and federal requirements and radiation safety officers recommendations.
• Prepares examination for interpretation by radiologist.
• Keeps PET/CT rooms/work areas neat, orderly, and prepared and assures exam room is stocked with appropriate supplies.
• Willingly performs other related duties outside immediate work area as assigned or required (i.e., scheduling, Q.C. follow-up, transport, clerical).
• Assists with ordering and stocking of department supplies and equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Req High School or equivalent
• Req Specialized/technical training Satisfactory completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
• Req Specialized/technical training Graduate from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology and/or Computerized Tomography Training. Program
• Req Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.
• Req Able to function independently and as a member of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pref 1 year Experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist and Computerized Tomography.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Req Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CA DPH)
• Req Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist - CNMT (NMTCB)
• Req Nuclear Medicine Technology (ARRT)
• Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
• Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
• Req Advanced CT Advanced CT Certification

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