PET-CT Technologist

Company: The US Oncology Network
Location: Grapevine
Posted on: April 3, 2021

Job Description:

Overview Texas Oncology is looking for a Part-time PET-CT Technologist to join our team! This position will support the Grapevine location. This is a part-time position working at least 25 hours per week Monday - Friday. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today-at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve "More breakthroughs. More victories." -- in their fight against cancer. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis. Why work for us? Come join our team that is responsible for helping lead Texas Oncology in treating more patient diagnosed with cancer than any other provider in Texas. We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers. What does the PET-CT Technologist do? The PET-CT Technologist, with little or no supervision, performs diagnostic PET/CT and CT imaging procedures and related functions. Collaborates with Medical Director and Supervisor on technical issues, equipment performance and QA. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Responsibilities The essential duties and responsibilities: Performs diagnostic PET/CT or CT imaging procedures to include: injection of radio- pharmaceutical and/or IV contrast, the administration of oral contrast, protocol setup, patient positioning, reconstruction and filming of images, network image transfers, and archiving of image data.Assists in procedure scheduling and related front office functions to ensure smooth workflow.Assists with the collection of clinical data for patient follow-up and development of teaching and educational information. Qualifications The ideal candidate for the PET-CT Technologist position will have the following background and experience: Bachelors degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology, Radiologic Technology, or from an AMA accredited program.Minimum 2 years nuclear medical PET & CT experience.General knowledge of patient scheduling and billing systems.PET/CT certification required.CNMT (Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist) and/or ARRT (Nuclear) certification where required by state law. Texas Oncology is part of the US Oncology Network and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Category: Clinical Post to: *M

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