About this opportunity
American Oncology Partners, PA lists this PET/CT Technologist (Full Time) - $5k Sign On Bonus opportunity in fort wayne, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Location
Fort Wayne Medical Oncology and Hematology, Fort Wayne, IN.
Pay Range
$30.94 - $60.74
Job Summary
The PET/CT Technologist II (PET Tech) reports directly to the Radiology Team Lead. The PET Tech accurately interprets physician orders, administers radiopharmaceuticals (RPH) and/or contrast materials, and prepares and operates PET/CT Scan equipment to ensure proper images are obtained. The role includes acquiring quality diagnostic PET/CT images in accordance with written prescriptions and standard operating procedures, while ensuring safety in patient care through the consistent practice of ALARA principles and accepted standards of care.
Key Responsibilities
Identify the correct patient, escort patients to the scan room, assist patients onto the scanner table, and position patients for image acquisition.
Acquire diagnostically acceptable images and assist patients in exiting the scan room.
Provide and ensure an environment of caring, concern, and support for patients, visitors, medical staff, and co-workers.
Document treatment records completely and accurately, recognizing and documenting required deviations from prescribed scans and reporting all deviations to the Radiology Team Lead and/or interpreting Radiologist.
Use effective communication techniques to adequately explain the PET/CT scan procedure and its associated risks to patients and their families, referring medical questions to appropriate personnel.
Observe patients for expected and unexpected reactions to radiopharmaceutical and/or contrast injections and communicate these to appropriate staff members.
Document all aspects of the image acquisition process within the patient’s record in the Practice EMR.
Assist with all image acquisition related procedures, including transporting patients, reviewing charts, and ordering supplies.
Recognize standard imaging artifacts and make necessary adjustments to ensure high quality scans.
Perform and document daily and weekly QA checklists for all PET/CT related equipment, including the Hotlab, notifying appropriate clinical team members of findings outside the normal range of operations.
Participate in programs to measure and improve the quality of care within the Department, using critical thinking to troubleshoot and often fix common quality issues.
Capture and verify patient procedures performed and assist with the submission of Superbill charges.
Qualifications
Education: Minimum – Graduate from an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine Technology or similar. Preferred – BS Degree in Nuclear Medicine or related field.
Certification: Certified as a Registered Nuclear Medicine or PET Technologist by the NMTCB or ARRT; dual certification as a Radiographer (ARRT) or CT Technologist (CT) is preferred.
State license required if applicable for locality.
Must have current CPR/BLS certifications.
Fluency in English is essential; ability to communicate in Spanish is desirable.
Minimum of three (3) years active experience as a PET/CT Technologist.
Maintain an active Nuclear Medicine or PET certification (NMTCB or ARRT) and state license as required.
Maintain CE Education Units to meet certifying and state requirements.
Key Performance Areas
Inject RPH and contrast materials in accordance with SOP and standards of care.
Utilize PET/CT scanner to produce cross-section images for diagnosis.
Maintain and perform Quality Control tests on PET/CT scanner and hot lab equipment.
Ensure accurate scanning of each patient by using proper protocols.
Identify appropriate patients using the 2-method protocol.
Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients and provide assistance during test procedures.
Prepare RPH and contrast adhering to safety standards.
Produce a computer-generated or film image for interpretation by a physician.
Coordinate and maintain patient schedules with company coordinators.
Maintain compliance with all federal and state laws, regulations, and company policies including IT and Disaster Recovery Plan.
Keep work area and records neat and orderly.
Maintain confidentiality of patient and employee information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Assist in training new employees related to job duties.
Provide technical guidance to PET/CT Technologist I in absence of Radiology Team Lead.
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Worksite address
fort wayne, IN, 46804, US
Who can apply
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