PET-CT Tech

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Henderson, Nevada
• Diagnostic
• Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada
• 36877

At Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada (CCCN) a distinguished team of doctors, researchers, nurses, and healthcare professionals have provided patients with groundbreaking treatments on the healing edge of medicine for over 50 years. Our team provides the most effective treatments, both existing and emerging, to diagnose and successfully treat cancer and blood disorders. We support this goal with state-of-the-art facilities across Southern Nevada, all of which integrate the latest diagnostic, therapeutic, and research capabilities.

CCCN is dedicated to patient-centered care, advancing innovation, discovery, and improving outcomes. Motivated, caring professionals are encouraged to join us.

Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada has an exciting opportunity for a PET-CT Technologist at our Twain site in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Under general supervision, performs diagnostic PET/CT and CT imaging procedures and related functions. Collaborates with Medical Director and Supervisor on technical issues, equipment performance, and QA. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

• Performs diagnostic PET/CT or CT imaging procedures, including injection of radiopharmaceuticals or IV contrast, administration of oral contrast, protocol setup, patient positioning, reconstruction and filming of images, network image transfers, and archiving of image data.
• Assists in procedure scheduling and related front office functions to ensure smooth workflow.
• Ensures accuracy of patient demographic information, report distribution, and patient files.
• Assists with the collection of clinical data for patient follow-up and development of teaching and educational information.
• Provides protection for patient and self in accordance with prescribed safety standards. Conducts daily quality control measures to monitor scanner performance.
• Reports all malfunctions and/or need for service to the proper company or facility.
• Responsible for patient data and films including printing, archiving, retrieval, network data transfers, tracking and logging of loaned films and requested outside films.
• Understands contraindications associated with the administration of IV contrast, recognizes possible reactions, and knows the appropriate procedure to follow in case of a reaction.
• Orders necessary office, medical, printing, and archiving media.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or Nuclear Medicine program from an AMA accredited program or Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Radiologic Technology from an AMA accredited program and PET/CT certification.
• Minimum three to five years experience in nuclear medicine and/or previous PET experience preferred.
• General knowledge of patient scheduling and billing systems.
• CNMT (Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist) and/or ARRT (N) certification and state licensure where applicable.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination for operation and repair of all department equipment.

Lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Lifts and pushes patients in wheelchairs/stretchers weighing up to 300 pounds and places them in appropriate positions for operation of equipment. Requires ability to reach above shoulder height, sit, stand, and remain in position for extensive periods of time, and have corrected vision and hearing within normal range.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential…