PET CT Technologist
Doral Oncology-DO, Doral, Florida, 33172, United States
Job Summary: The PET CT Technologist is responsible for providing high-quality diagnostic imaging procedures as requested by medical staff. This role involves performing PET CT scans, maintaining equipment, ensuring patient safety, and adhering to radiation safety principles.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform all required diagnostic PET CT scanning procedures, ensuring high-quality imaging and accurate diagnoses.
- Recognize and initiate treatment for allergic reactions, notifying the responsible physician as needed.
- Coordinate daily activities of the PET CT department, including patient scheduling and verifying special requirements or restrictions.
- Maintain PET CT scanning equipment in good operating order, including cleaning and reporting any malfunctions.
- Ensure all exams are performed according to ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles, and keep track of dosimeter readings.
- Maintain accurate records of supplies inventory and request necessary supplies through appropriate channels.
- Ensure that any required consent forms are signed prior to examination.
- Participate in the delivery of care as scheduled, maintaining open communication with other departments.
- Active licensure from the State of Florida as a Certified Radiologic Technologist qualified in Nuclear Medicine.
- ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in performing diagnostic PET CT scans.
- Strong understanding of radiation safety principles and ALARA guidelines.
- Excellent judgment and ability to evaluate diagnostic studies for quality and accuracy.
- Ability to handle emergency procedures and recognize allergic reactions.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate department activities.
- Effective communication skills and ability to maintain open channels of communication with other departments.