Job Description

Under general supervision, performs computed tomography angiography (CTA) and positron emission tomography (PET) examinations appropriate to the patient’s age-specific needs following established policies and protocols for diagnostic and evaluation purposes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES):

• Performs full range of positron emission tomography (PET) exams on patients of all ages. Is proficient with performing all scans (including Cardiac PET testing).
• Positions patients appropriately for test being performed following established protocols; adjusts equipment to produce high-quality images.
• Explains procedures and positioning to patients.
• Monitors and maintains essential patient care and safety during procedures; applies safety principles as identified by established policy.
• Selects and operates all PET equipment
• Provides protection in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards.
• Provides test results to patient’s physician and other appropriate healthcare providers.
• Performs daily quality control of equipment and other quality assurance/quality control activities as required.
• Maintains inventory of necessary supplies.
• Prepares rooms for PET.
• Participates in continuing education to continually improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies/practices.
• Ensures compliance with legal issues including but not limited to patient confidentiality and risk management; ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Exhibits a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Adjusts to fluctuating peaks in patient flow, acuity, and other operational demands while maintaining quality.
• Collect, interpret, and/or analyze physician orders and diagnostic data.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS/COMPETENCIES:

• Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology.
• One to two years CT experience or equivalent.
• CT cardiac experience, including CT Coronary Angiogram preferred.
• Venipuncture experience required.
• Cameras: Siemens Biograph 64 Truepoint PET/CT Scanner.
• PET experience preferred but not required.
• Computer knowledge required, electronic medical records (EMR) highly preferred.
• Must have excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to travel within main locations at SLHV.
• Must be detailed oriented and able to multi-task.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be self-motived individual.
• Strong inter-personal skills.
• Able to work independently with minimal guidance and as part of a team.
• Multilingual and American Sign Language (ASL) plus.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:

• Certified Radiologic Technologist.
• Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist with the ARRT and/or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)- PET credentials
• Current CPR Certification.
• Venipuncture certification preferred.

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