Summit Health
Healthcare
PETCTTechnologist
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“PET CT Technologist at Summit Health. Skills: PET CT Imaging, Nuclear Medicine, Radiopharmaceuticals. Prepare radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging. Inject radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging”
What You'll Achieve.
Produces quality diagnostic images for interpretation; Ensure compliance with radiation standards; Ensure compliance with ACR, NJ State and Nuclear Regulatory guidelines
Industry & Context.
Troubleshoot scanner; Troubleshoot equipment; Problem solving; Critical thinking; Priority setting
Per Diem
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High School Diploma/GED required, Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification, Registered Nuclear Medicine technologist, 1-2 years PET Imaging experience, 1-2 years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures, ARRT certificate or eligibility required, NJ State Licensed Diagnostic Radiography required, IV Certification required, ARRT and CMNT required, Ability to perform nuclear medicine procedures, Ability to prepare and inject radioactive isotopes, Ability to communicate in English, orally and in writing, Interpersonal and organizational skills required, Ability to perform diverse work assignments with time limitations with a high degree of accuracy, Ability to use problem solving, critical thinking and priority setting skills
Nice to Have
Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred, ACR CT Certification or eligibility preferred, Experience with Imaging Equipment, Dose Calibrator, Geiger counter – cutie pie CGM meter preferred, Experience with Well & Probe Uptake System and Lead Syringe Shields & Lab Coats preferred, Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred, Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred
What You'll Do.
Prepare radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging
Inject radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging
Measure radioactive isotope concentrations
Perform all technical procedures
Screen patient before procedure
Greet and identify correct patient
Provide explanation of requested procedure
Employ proper aseptic techniques
Administer fluorodioxyglucose (FDG) via intravenous methods
Demonstrate knowledge of safety related work behaviors
Ensure safe job performance
Maintain a safe work environment
Produce quality diagnostic images
Give reports to physician
Manage PET/CT schedule
Perform daily/weekly quality assurance procedures
Perform flood analysis on equipment
Troubleshoot the scanner
Troubleshoot peripheral equipment
Report problems to supervisor
Perform departmental surveys
Ensure compliance with radiation standards
Follow proper procedures for spill and decontamination
Report contamination to appropriate authorities
Order radioactive materials
Log radioactive materials
Dispose of radioisotopes
Update Nuclear Policies and Procedures
Maintain accurate patient records
Update accurate patient records
Archive documentation to PACS
Perform CT examinations
Record daily quality control procedures
Perform general maintenance on PET/CT scanner
Demonstrate understanding of emergency procedures
Travel to other locations
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with Radiologists; Work with physicians; Work with co-workers; Work with referral sources
Communication Scope
Communicate in English; Oral communication; Written communication
Full Job Description
# _**About Our Company**_ We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies [Village Medical](https://www.villagemedical.com/), [Village Medical at Home](https://www.villagemedical.com/village-medical-at-home), [Summit Health](https://www.summithealth.com/), [CityMD](https://www.citymd.com/), and [Starling Physicians](https://www.starlingphysicians.com/). When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care. **Please Note:** We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com. # _**Job Description**_ Job Title: PET/CT Tech Department: Imaging - Outpatient Schedule: Per Diem Essential Job functions: * Prepares and injects radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging procedures according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission and or State regulations and department policies. * Measures concentrations of radioactive isotope in specific body areas to obtain information for use by the Radiologists in diagnosing patients’ illness. * Possess the knowledge and ability to perform all technical procedures in a timely, efficient manner. * Screens patient before the procedure for any precautions or contraindications pertaining to the examination. * Greets and identifies correct patient, provides a brief explanation of r
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