PET Technologist Per DiemVALLEY RADIOLOGY CONSULTANTS • San Diego, California, United States
PET Technologist Per Diem
VALLEY RADIOLOGY CONSULTANTS
- San Diego, California, United States
- San Diego, California, United States
À propos
The physicians of Valley Radiology Consultants have been serving the North San Diego County area since 1971, providing our patients with an advanced array of diagnostic imaging and pain management services in two outpatient centers in Poway and Escondido. Our group of physicians is accompanied by a dedicated support staff of technologists, administrative staff and management. We are looking for skille *PER DIEM* *PET TECHNOLOGISTS *to join our team. Pay range $75 - $80 per hour based on experience.
*Description:*
* Perform high quality nuclear medicine and/or positron emission tomography/computed tomography images on patients while providing excellent care.
* Follow company established nuclear medicine protocols and procedures.
* Under the direction of the radiologist, administer radiopharmaceuticals to detect or treat diseases using radioisotopes.
* Guide patients through this sometimes-difficult process by kindly talking them through the steps and answering their questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process.
* Monitor patients’ well-being during exams; recognize patient discomfort or medical problems and take appropriate action.
* Respond to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
*Essential Responsibilities:*
* Evaluates images for technical quality.
* Provides patient care essential to PET procedures.
* Performs diagnostic PET imaging procedures to include administration of oral contrast, injection of radio pharmaceutical and/or IV contrast and understands the contraindications associated with these.
* Protocol setup, patient positioning, reconstruction, and filming of images
* Utilizes scanning techniques, selects best plane, acquisition method (e.g., spiral, dynamic, multi-row detector), parameters (e.g., slice thickness, mA, time, algorithm, pitch) to best demonstrate anatomy and pathology in studies such as those performed for the head, neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis and musculoskeletal.
* Network image transfers and archiving of image data.
* Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive, and accurate manner.
* Modifies protocols as indicated with the radiologists' guidelines
*ESSENTIAL CLINICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: *
* Explains procedure to the patient, verifies patient history and confirms appropriateness of ordered exam. ·
* Provides protection for patient and self in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
* Ability to recognize reactions and know the procedure to follow in the case of a reaction.
* Conducts daily quality control measures to monitor scanner performance. ·
* Ordering of necessary office, medical, printing supplies and archiving media
* Complies with all applicable policies, rules and regulations as outlined by VRC, State and Federal regulations including compliance with HIPAA privacy and security.
* Ability to maintain a calm and courteous demeanor and conduct business in a professional manner.
*Education, Licensure and Experience:*
* Nuclear Medicine License
* A valid Computed Tomography Certificate/License
* ARRT (N) and/or NMTCB certification
* At least one year of PET imaging experience required
* Venipuncture certification/permit. *Venipuncture skills is a must*
* BLS certification
* Experience with Siemens, Hitachi and GE Systems, RIS/PACS *preferred.*
*Specific Skills Desired:*
* Excellent organizational and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and within prescribed exam times and follow all VRC imaging protocols.
* Must possess understanding of the functionality of medical office operations, radiation safety, patient safety, while providing optimal patient care, and consideration for patient's circumstances
* Complies with all applicable policies, rules and regulations as outlined by VRC, State and Federal regulations including compliance with HIPAA privacy and security.
* Ability to maintain a calm and courteous demeanor and conduct business in a professional manner.
* Ability to make independent decisions in performing procedures and works well under minimal supervision.
Working at Valley Radiology Consultants provides a rewarding career and the opportunity to work with a talented, committed team of individuals with great work/life balance. In addition, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package that includes a PTO accrual from day one, and a generous 401(k) match
*To learn more about Valley Radiology Consultants, please visit our website at www.valleyrad.com.*
_Valley Radiology Consultants is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability._
Pay: $75.00 - $80.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
* San Diego, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Compétences linguistiques
- English
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