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Maryland Oncology Hematology · 5 months ago

PRN, PET-CT Technologist

Chicago Ridge, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$47/hr - $55/hr

3+ years exp

Maryland Oncology Hematology is seeking a PRN, PET-CT Technologist to join their multi-disciplinary team specializing in cancer treatment. The role involves performing diagnostic PET/CT and CT imaging procedures, collaborating on technical issues, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

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Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic PET/CT or CT imaging procedures to include: injection of radio- pharmaceutical and/or IV contrast, the 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 the contraindications associated with the administration of IV contrast, be able to recognize possible reactions and know the procedure to follow in the case of a reaction

Ordering of necessary office, medical, printing and archiving media

Qualification

PET/CT certificationNuclear Medicine TechnologyRadiologic TechnologyCNMT certificationARRT (N) certificationNuclear medicine experiencePatient scheduling knowledgeBilling systems knowledgeSafety standards adherence

Required

Associates or Bachelors degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or from an AMA accredited program or Associates or Bachelors degree in Radiologic Technology from an AMA accredited program and PET/CT certification

Minimum three to five years experience in nuclear medicine

General knowledge of patient scheduling and billing systems

CNMT (Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist) and/or ARRT (N) certification and state licensure where applicable