Nuclear Medicine/PET CT Technologist - Signal Hill, United States - RadNet

Description

Schedule:
Fridays and occasional Saturdays

We invite you to come join our Signal Hill Advanced Imaging team as a Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist. This part-time career opportunity, and is located at our multi-modality outpatient imaging practice in Signal Hill, CA. This position will have a Friday and occasional Saturday schedule.

As a Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist you'll:

• Perform high quality positron emission tomography/computed tomography images on patients while providing excellent care.
• Assure proper dose of radionuclides are ordered for each patient.
• Check dose labels to ensure the radionuclide is correct for each patient procedure.
• Examine doses and adjust accordingly to ensure each dose matches the recommended amount.
• Obtain blood sugar levels as needed.
• Start intravenous lines or perform straight stick venipuncture for isotope injection.
• Administer radionuclide in a safe and effective manner.
• Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients; guiding them through the process by gently talking them through the steps and answering their questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process.
• Monitor patients' well- being during exams; when patient discomfort or medical problems are recognized take appropriate action.
• Follow established nuclear medicine protocols and procedures.
• Perform and document surveys and wipe tests of incoming and outgoing radioactive shipments in accordance with departmental policies.
• Maintain a nuclear medicine information system for all patient dosing, calibration, receiving and disposition, and all regulatory reports required by the RAM license.
• Treat patients and patient's family members (or care providers) that may accompany the patient with courtesy, professionalism, and respect.
• Under the direction of the radiologist, administers radiopharmaceuticals to detect or treat diseases using radioisotopes.
• Disposes of and stores radioactive materials following radiation safety procedures.
• Documents and reports any over-exposures and advises management immediately.
• Respond to physician questions and needs regarding patients. Participate in projects and/or meetings, and complete other tasks as assigned by management.

We offer hands-on training, advancement opportunities, inter-company transfer opportunities, and benefits including: paid time off, paid holidays, and DailyPay (make any day a payday)

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