PET CT Technologist - Outpatient; Per diem

Department:
Imaging - Outpatient

Schedule:

Per Diem - at needs basis
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* Essential Job functions:

**** General

Job functions:

**** Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:
*** High School Diploma/GED required. Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
* Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
* Registered Nuclear Medicine technologist, current and in good standing.
* 1-2 years PET Imaging experience or 1-2 years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures and studies required.
* ARRT certificate or eligibility required. NJ State Licensed Diagnostic Radiography required.
* ACR CT Certification or eligibility preferred.
* IV Certification required. ARRT and CMNT required.
* Ability to perform nuclear medicine procedures.
* Ability to prepare and inject radioactive isotopes
* Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing required.
* Strong interpersonal and organizational skills required.
* Ability to perform diverse work assignments with time limitations with a high degree of accuracy required.
* Ability to use problem solving, critical thinking and priority setting skills required.
* Experience with Imaging Equipment, Dose Calibrator, Geiger counter – cutie pie CGM meter preferred.
* Experience with Well & Probe Uptake System and Lead Syringe Shields & Lab Coats preferred.
* Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred.
* Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred.
* Prepares and injects radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging procedures according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission and or State regulations and department policies.
* Measures concentrations of radioactive isotope in specific body areas to obtain information for use by the Radiologists in diagnosing patients’ illness.
* Possess the knowledge and ability to perform all technical procedures in a timely, efficient manner.
* Screens patient before the procedure for any precautions or contraindications pertaining to the examination.
* Greets and identifies correct patient, provides a brief explanation of requested procedure to ensure patient care and patient’s right to know.
* Exhibits excellent customer relations with patients, visitors, physicians, co-workers, community and referral sources.
* Employs proper aseptic techniques in IV insertion and administration. Administers fluorodioxyglucose (FDG) via intravenous methods to patients
* Demonstrates knowledge of safety related work behaviors to ensure safe job performance and the maintenance of a safe work environment as an integral part of the quality of patient care services.
* Produces quality diagnostic images for interpretation.
* Gives reports to physician for review/interpretation within the time frame specified by the department.
* Manages PET/CT schedule for best utilization of time, patient flow and patient needs.
* Performs daily/weekly quality assurance procedures, calibration and flood analysis on the equipment according to manufacturer’s guidelines.
* Trouble shoots the scanner, peripheral equipment and reports problems to supervisor.
* Performs departmental surveys to ensure compliance with radiation standards for SMG, NRC, and EPA.
* Follows proper procedures for spill and decontamination, reports contamination to appropriate authorities and regulatory commissions.
* Orders and logs appropriate information regarding receipt of radioactive materials and pharmaceuticals and dispose of radioisotopes according to industry standards and regulations.
* Updates Nuclear Policies and Procedures to reflect current techniques and best practices.
* Maintains and updates accurate patient records within electronic health records. Archives images and…