PET/CT Technologist
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Salary$50/hr-$55/hr+ ($20k SIGN-ON BONUS)Location: Suffern, NY; Paterson, NJ; and Seaford, DE,SummaryThe technologist will work at various clinics and medical centers in Paterson, New Jersey; Westchester, New York; and Seaford, Delaware. Specifically, Suffern, New York on Mondays and Wednesdays; Paterson, New Jersey on Tuesdays and Saturdays and Seaford, Delaware on Thursdays. Route assignments are subject to change depending on business needs.A PET/CT technologist operates scanning equipment to take diagnostic images of a patient's internal organs and tissue to determine how they are functioning. The technologist has a high level of knowledge in positron emission tomography and is dedicated to producing high quality, diagnostically accurate results in a manner that is safe and effective for the patient.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Utilizes radiopharmaceuticals as well as oral and IV contrast agents to perform a variety of diagnostic PET, PET/CT and CT examinations. Providing quality patient care and comfort and ensuring patient safety during the procedure. Explaining medical procedures to patients and answering any questions they may have. Performing a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment. Working in collaboration with radiologists who depend on the technologist to ensure that an imaging test goes smoothly and that precise, detailed images are captured.Requirements Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be able to multi-task while maintaining great patient care as well as superior quality of exams in a fast-paced environment. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication, analytical, critical thinking, organizational and time management skills. Must be a self-starter with the ability to work well independently. The ability to follow instructions in stressful environments. Superb bedside manner and the ability to work with a variety of personalities. PC proficiency to access job related internet websites, review on-line documentation and experience using Microsoft Office Suite products.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, TestingCNMT or RT (N), CPR certified, mandatory education, TB,Advanced certification in modality must be obtained with 18 months of hire.Physical Demands Stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel and crawl Climb up and down stairs Push and pull wheelchairs Carry and lift with the ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or exam Lift up to 50 pounds occasionallyTravel: This position may be required to travel up to 100% of the time.About The CompanyAs one of the country s largest providers of mobile imaging products, our client owns and operates a fleet of mobile MRI, CT, PET/CT, and Nuclear Medicine systems for interim, mobile and fixed site rental. Top equipment from major manufacturers is available in a wide variety of product configurations and pricing to meet the needs of every budget and clinical expectation.