PET/NM Technologist - Per Diem

Job description

Summary The NM-PET/CT technologist uses radioactive materials in specialized studies of body organs and/or laboratory analysis to assist the physician in diagnosis and injury. Perform technical procedures, including the control of ionizing radiation producing equipment for radiological diagnosis. Experience: Minimum of one year experience preferred. Education: Certification from an approved Radiological Technology Program (Two years). Licenses: ARRT(R)(NM) or RT(NMT) certification required, Advanced RT(R)(CT) certification preferred. Essential Functions: - Perform equipment quality control, both daily and quarterly and maintain records of same - Maintain equipment and procedure repairs, as needed - Dose management and administration - Prepare and administer proper radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic procedures - Prepare therapeutic doses for administration by radiologist - Promotes culture that fosters caring, quality, teamwork, and fiscal responsibility - Use two forms of patient identification for all patient interactions - Initiates and places IV - Maintain records of all radioactive material in department from reception to use of and then to final disposal. - Properly dispose o...