PECT Technologist- Part time
Company: Akumin
Location: Lansing
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
Our PET/CT technologists use exceptional communication skills to
connect with patients, explain the procedure and put them at ease.
With a caring attitude and keen attention to detail, they ensure
patient comfort, safety and satisfaction every step of the way.
They show their technical competence by effectively interpreting
physician orders/instructions and selecting appropriate software
options and imaging parameters to produce the highest-quality
PET/CT images/studies possible-enabling physicians to diagnose with
pinpoint accuracy and treat with confidence. And, because our techs
work in a variety of environments-a freestanding outpatient center,
a mobile coach, or a hospital-based/inpatient facility-their
flexibility allows them to deliver the absolute best imaging care
at any access point.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
Responsible for patient safety including pre-screening for
contraindications, aseptic injection technique, etc. and radiation
safety/regulations, including proper documentation and technique
when working with radioactive materials/patients.
Produces high quality diagnostic images.
Effectively communicates with customers and/or radiologists.
Trains new technologists and/or PC's.
Trouble-shoots the scanner, coach and peripheral equipment
(including: monitors, PACS, coils, etc.).
Position Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate's
Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Certification in Nuclear Medicine by the NMTCB or ARRT (N)
required.
State license, as required.
CPR certification required.
As applicable, valid state driver's license.
1-2 years' experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures and studies
preferred.
Ability to work at several locations
Strong customer service skills.
Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.
Local travel may be required.
The COVID-19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment.
All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required
to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug
screen as a condition of employment.
Physical Requirements:
The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during
transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. The employee
will be exposed to radioactive isotopes and ionizing radiation. May
be exposed to radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious
disease.
More than 50% of the time:
Sit, stand, walk.
Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.
See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.
Less than 50% of the time:
Stoop, kneel or crawl.
Climb and balance.
Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a
sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).
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Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity
employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color,
national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity &
expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
Keywords: Akumin, Midland , PECT Technologist- Part time, Other , Lansing, Michigan
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