CT Technologist

Job Position:PET CT Scan Technologist

Location:San Antonio, TX

Duration: Direct Hire

Shift:Full-time Days

Position Summary:

• Seeking a PET CT Technologist who will maintain patient care and technical skills needed to perform PET/CT procedures. Responsible for the care and safety of the patient while in the facility, keeping records as designated for quality control, quality assurance and state agencies.
• Insures safe handling, receipt, administration and disposal of radioactive materials.
• Responsible for initiating and maintaining IV access, may be responsible for injecting specified medication under the direction of the physician.
• Performs PET CT procedures per established protocols, evaluates images for technical quality and follows study through to completion of all requirements.
• Evaluates work flow for ways to improve patient care and streamline procedures, provides input to management.
• Provides quality patient care and high levels of customer service in pursuit of PET/CT duties.
• Provides technologists with in-service regarding Radiation Protection and Radiation exposure for Radiation Safety Officer.
• Responsible for keeping management informed of changes in Radiation Protection Program for Radiation Safety Officer.
• Key person to contact with any questions regarding radiation exposure or Radiation Protection Program in absence of Radiation Safety Officer.
• Arranges technologist coverage as needed for imaging department in absence of Supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Education and Experience: High School Graduate or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology (Associate Degree in radiologic technology preferred).
• Minimum License and Certificates Required: Must be registered and in good standing with ARRT (N) or NMCTB.
• Certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services (CMRT) required.
• Medical Radiologic Technologist Certification from Texas Medical Board required.
• Must be certified in CPR.