PET CT Technologist- (FT/Day)
Job Location
Department
28 September, 2022
Full Time
Day
339825
PET CT Technologist- (FT/Day)
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Job Description
Overview
We are searching for team members who are passionate about challenging and exciting work for the good of every patient! As a team member of Methodist Hospital, you will be part of one of the Nation's top-ranked hospitals. Our team is searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and seek excellence every day. Do you have high attention to detail, the desire to follow well-defined instructions, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while performing rewarding care? Then this is the place for you!
We offer competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, 401K, and tuition reimbursement.
The PET/CT Technologist is under the direction of a physician, operation manager and with supervision of CT and Nuclear Medicine section team leaders, performs diagnostic studies utilizing radiopharmaceuticals and operation of PET/CT equipment for image acquisition and radiopharmaceutical distribution through organs, body functions and analyze biologic specimens. Performs diagnostic CT and fusion of PET/CT images for physician interpretation. Treats patients with care and respect.
• Must be registered by ARRT or NMTCB in CT within one year of hire.
• Requires knowledge of PACS/RIS for training and problem resolution.
• Requires knowledge of anatomy; physiology; mathematics; chemistry; physics; biology; radiation safety; clinical nuclear instrumentation; computer operation and laboratory techniques.
• Requires an excellent working knowledge of PET and CT procedures; the appropriate imaging protocols to be followed and in-vivo procedures.
• Requires a strong understanding of the handling of radiopharmaceuticals during the receipt; storage; administration; and disposal process.
• Requires an excellent working knowledge of imaging equipment and proper quality control criteria for each type of instrument being used.
• Requires knowledge of proper laboratory procedures and a strong understanding of all hospital; state and federal policies and regulations regarding the handling of radioactive materials; hazardous chemicals; and body fluids.
•Requires experience as a registered CT and Nuclear Medicine technologist.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Qualifications for the PET CT Technologist- (FT/Day) Role
Overview
We are searching for team members who are passionate about challenging and exciting work for the good of every patient! As a team member of Methodist Hospital, you will be part of one of the Nation's top-ranked hospitals. Our team is searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and seek excellence every day. Do you have high attention to detail, the desire to follow well-defined instructions, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while performing rewarding care? Then this is the place for you!
We offer competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, 401K, and tuition reimbursement.
The PET/CT Technologist is under the direction of a physician, operation manager and with supervision of CT and Nuclear Medicine section team leaders, performs diagnostic studies utilizing radiopharmaceuticals and operation of PET/CT equipment for image acquisition and radiopharmaceutical distribution through organs, body functions and analyze biologic specimens. Performs diagnostic CT and fusion of PET/CT images for physician interpretation. Treats patients with care and respect.
- Requires current certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists; Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology (A.R.RT. or C.N.M.T) and State of Indiana license.
- Must be registered by ARRT or NMTCB in CT within one year of hire.
- Requires knowledge of PACS/RIS for training and problem resolution.
- Requires knowledge of anatomy; physiology; mathematics; chemistry; physics; biology; radiation safety; clinical nuclear instrumentation; computer operation and laboratory techniques.
- Requires an excellent working knowledge of PET and CT procedures; the appropriate imaging protocols to be followed and in-vivo procedures.
- Requires a strong understanding of the handling of radiopharmaceuticals during the receipt; storage; administration; and disposal process.
- Requires an excellent working knowledge of imaging equipment and proper quality control criteria for each type of instrument being used.
- Requires knowledge of proper laboratory procedures and a strong understanding of all hospital; state and federal policies and regulations regarding the handling of radioactive materials; hazardous chemicals; and body fluids.
- Requires experience as a registered CT and Nuclear Medicine technologist.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 16 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. Our partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine gives our team members access to the very latest science and the very best training, advancing care for all. We’re looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. People who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day. People who are always ready to apply themselves.
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