PET/CT and Nuclear Medicine Technologist

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Job DetailsJob Location: Hutchinson Clinic - Hutchinson, KS 67502Position Type: Full TimeJob Category: Health CareRole: To provide all functions necessary for nuclear medicine procedures. To provide the best care possible to the patient. "Give them more than they expect". Essential Functions & Responsibilities: Performs general Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT and Nuclear Cardiac procedures as directed by physicians. Elicits pertinent information concerning the procedure and the patient's history from the medical chart and the patient. Explains the procedure to the patient. Positions the patient appropriately. Selects the appropriate collimator and acquisition protocol. Cannulates veins for administration of radionucleids or other medication. Monitors the patient's condition during procedures. Completes procedure information on the appropriate forms. Processes the study and send images electronically for the radiologist to review. Keeps work area clean, organized, and stocked with supplies necessary for nuclear medicine procedures. Performs daily Quality Control Testing. Performs ACR testing and keeps proper documentation per ACR guidelines. Maintains scan, imaging and processing equipment...