Long Beach, CA ICSP PETCT Technologist
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Job Location:
Long Beach, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Day Shift: 7:30 AM 4:00 PM
- Weekday Coverage Only (including holidays; no weekend shifts listed)
- Current valid ARRT (N) Nuclear Medicine Technologist required AND/OR
- Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist required
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required
- IV certification preferred but not required
- Demonstrated experience starting IV lines administering radiopharmaceutical injections and contrast injections
- Knowledge of strict Nuclear Medicine safety practices per national standards
- Experience calibrating and handling radiopharmaceuticals and radio tracers
- PACS experience preferred AGFA PACS a plus (training provided if needed)
- Ability to perform complex clinical diagnostic laboratory examinations
- Ability to efficiently use computers and technology
- Independently operate Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT scanner equipment to perform complex NM and PET/CT imaging exams; follow strict NM safety practices
- Receive patients explain procedures position patients select and set technical parameters and set up/adjust accessory equipment
- Operate computerized NM and PET/CT camera imaging systems and other specialized equipment
- Perform clinical diagnostic examinations utilizing calibrated radio tracers and radiopharmaceuticals including PET PET/CT general and cardiac studies producing high-quality NM static dynamic and SPECT images
- Perform complex clinical diagnostic laboratory examinations
- Set up NM and PET/CT suites ensuring sterile supplies properly calibrated radiopharmaceuticals/radio tracers catheters and all required equipment are present and available
- Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals radio tracers and contrast material intravenously under close supervision of radiologist(s) - not independently
- Send images to PACS archive images post-process images and perform case editing of computer requests and reports
- Maintain records and enter patient information using the Radiology Vista Package and CPRS
- Meet or exceed current nationally recognized quality assurance standards (TJC)
- Comply with all VALBHS policies procedures bylaws and protocols
- Participate in all VA mandatory training
Prime Physicians is a physician-led The Joint Commission (TJC) Accredited ISO 9001 certified and CMMI Level 3 appraised organization. Our commitment extends beyond traditional consulting and management services offering comprehensive solutions to hospitals health systems and federal government agencies. At the heart of our operations is the ultimate goal to deliver high-quality patient care. Driven by a mission to catalyze healthcare transformation and innovation we offer an array of services designed to redefine the healthcare landscape. From program and project management to strategic planning we enhance operational efficiency and streamline business processes. With Prime Physicians the future of patient care is in skilled and dedicated hands leading the way towards a more efficient effective and compassionate healthcare system.
