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Maryland Oncology Hematology · 3 months ago

PET/CT Technologist - Fort Worth, TX

DFW Metroplex

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country, dedicated to making high-quality cancer care accessible to all communities. They are seeking a PET-CT Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures, assist with scheduling, ensure patient data accuracy, and maintain compliance with safety standards.

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Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic PET 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

Nuclear Medicine TechnologyPET-CT certificationCNMT certificationARRT (N) certificationPatient scheduling knowledgeCommits to QualityCustomer FocusedTeamwork/ Collaboration

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 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

Minimum five years experience in nuclear medicine including at least two years previous PET or nuclear medical experience

Bachelors degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology, Radiologic Technology, or from an AMA accredited program

Minimum four years nuclear medical PET experience