Apply on Employer Site

Maryland Oncology Hematology · 3 months ago

Imaging PET Tech

Pleasant Hill, AR

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Maryland Oncology Hematology is a healthcare provider specializing in oncology and hematology services, and they are seeking an Imaging PET Tech to perform PET imaging procedures under general supervision. The role involves collaborating with medical staff, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining equipment performance while adhering to compliance standards.

Health CareHospitalMedicalOncology

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 knowledgeQuality control measuresPatient data managementTeam collaboration

Required

Associates or Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or from an AMA accredited program or Associates 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

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

Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology, Radiologic Technology, or from an AMA accredited program

Minimum four years nuclear medical PET experience