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Keck Medicine of USC · 1 day ago

PET/CT Technologist

Newport Beach, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$53/hr - $87.45/hr

1+ years exp

Keck Medicine of USC is a Healthcare Center, and they are seeking a PET/CT Technologist to join their Imaging Services Team. The role involves providing support for radiologists in high quality imaging and ensuring the safety and efficiency of procedures involving radionuclide imaging and Computerized Tomography.

Health CareHospitalService IndustryWellness

Hiring Manager

Madison Salazar, PRC, CDR

Responsibilities

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, doctor’s 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 officer’s 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

Qualification

PET/CT TechnologistCertified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CA DPH)Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB)Diagnostic Radiologic Technology (CA)Basic Life Support (BLS)Computerized TomographyRadiography (ARRT)Nuclear Medicine TechnologyFire Life Safety TrainingPatient CareQuality Control

Required

High School or equivalent

Specialized/technical training Satisfactory completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program (must have Licenses/Certifications required under this field) AND/OR Satisfactory completion of an accredited Radiography Training Program (must have Licenses/Certifications required under this field)

Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients

Able to function independently and as a member of a team

PET/CT Technologist

If Graduate of Nuclear Technology Program Must have: Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CA DPH), Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB) OR ARRT (RT (N))

OR If Graduate of Radiography Training Program Must have: Diagnostic Radiologic Technology (CA), Radiography (ARRT) (RT (R)), PET Technologist (NMTCB) (PET)

OR If Graduate of both Nuclear Technology AND Radiography Training Program Must have: Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CA DPH), Diagnostic Radiologic Technology (CA), Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB) or ARRT (RT)(N), Radiography (ARRT) (RT (R))

Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association

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)