PET/CT Technologist - PET Imaging - Per Diem 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)
University of Southern California · Los Angeles, California, US
As an integral part of the Imaging Services Team, the PET/CT Technologist provides support for the radiologists in the performance of high-quality radionucli...
Job description
As an integral part of the Imaging Services Team, the PET/CT Technologist provides support for the radiologists in the performance of high-quality radionuclide imaging, Computerize Tomography, and lab procedures to assure optimum service and care to every person passing through the Imaging Department. Provides related work as required. Essential Duties: - Organizes, plans and directs activities relating to patients and procedures for their designated area. - Demonstrates knowledge of principles of physics, scanning technique, and computer science skills related to nuclear scanning and CT. - Demonstrates complete working knowledge of PET equipment, CT, and computer software necessary to perform studies. - Directly responsible for safe and efficient ordering, handling, preparation, administration and documentation of radioactive isotopes. - Performs, computes and calculates test results using appropriate tools necessary to produce specific statistical information. - Performs equipment visual inspections, quality checks, and troubleshoots problems. Calls for service and notifies all pertinent team members. - Procedures are planned and executed considering physiologic and developmental...