02/10/2021
Are you currently looking to expand your experience with medical imaging in the oncology field? Dayton Physicians Network is looking to add a PET CT Technologist on a PRN basis to our Greater Dayton Cancer Center and Miami Valley Hospital North.
The PET CT Technologist provides Positron emission tomography–computed tomography imaging throughout Radiation Oncology Services defined as (PET/CT).
DPN Core Value Expectations:
The CARES model reflects the principles that guide our day-to-day behaviors; our decisions, our actions, and our relationships with each other and with the patients and families we serve. All DPN employees are expected to embrace and demonstrate the following:
o COMPASSION: we show compassion for others
o ACCOUNTABILITY we hold ourselves accountable for our actions
o RESPECT: we show respect for others
o EXCELLENCE: we strive for excellence in all that we do
o SERVICE: we provide outstanding service to our patients, team members and community.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• The PET CT Technologist performs diagnostic PET/CT procedures on adult patients utilizing ionizing radiation producing equipment in the safest and most effective manner.
• Checks and prepares patients prior to PET/CT study;
• Acquire patients' chart data/requisition and reviews both to determine correct room set-up and learn of any specific medical problems, contraindications to the study and verify that the study being ordered correlates to the diagnostic needs;
• Verifies the patients' demographic data is correct in all applicable systems;
• Assure patients' safety and comfort during procedures;
• Educate patients regarding procedure, equipment and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation;
• May assist with scheduling of patients as needed;
• Prepares and administers Radiopharmaceuticals within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations;
• Performs VNA punctures as necessary and maintains competencies;
• Maintains all aspects of the PET/CT area including the technical as well as the clerical components to ensure proper quality assurance results.
• Knowledgeable in acquiring, archiving, transmitting, and printing images - when applicable;
• Observes potential equipment dysfunctions and reports problems to appropriate individuals;
• Maintains available equipment up-time at the highest level for patient accessibility;
• Will have responsibilities for supplies, equipment operations and related duties
• Follow all health care privacy and safety rules;
• Works under the scope of practice and in accordance to certificate/licensure in the administration of medications, operation of technical equipment.
• Other duties as assigned
Required Education and/ or Experience:
The PET/CT Technologist position requires a High school diploma and Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology and Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board. The position requires 3- 5 years previous Nuclear Medicine experience. CPR certification required.
If you are interested, please send your resume to the HR Specialist via email at [email protected] or visit our careers site at www.daytonphysicians.com/careers. We look forward to connecting with you soon!
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