PET and CT Technologist

RAYUS Radiology is looking for a PET/CT Technologist to join our team. As a Positron Emission Tomography–Computed Tomography (PET/CT) Technologist, you will operate your assigned scanner(s) to produce images of the patient’s body for diagnostic purposes. You will provide PET/CT services within professional standards and with excellent customer service.

Per diem position, working 6:30am‑5pm as needed.

• Screen patients before examination for precautions or contraindications, ensuring correct patient and procedure identifiers.
• Explain and prepare patients for PET/CT imaging procedures, positioning them appropriately.
• Perform routine and advanced PET/CT imaging procedures with minimal supervision, providing patient support throughout the procedure.
• Adjust PET/CT scan parameters correctly and apply dose‑reduction techniques as appropriate.
• Maintain positive attitude and working relationships with radiologist, referring customers and peers.
• Follow physicians’ orders precisely and comply with safety regulations to protect yourself, patients, and coworkers.
• Accurately maintain patient records within the Radiology Information System (RIS).
• Maintain an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients and co‑workers.
• Maintain ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements.
• Maintain equipment in good working order; clean and disinfect equipment after each use.
• Ensure compliance with all HIPAA guidelines.
• Assess, prepare, record, and administer radio pharmaceuticals according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission and/or State regulations and departmental policies.
• Administer fluorodoxyglucose (FDG) via intravenous methods to patients.
• Demonstrate knowledge of safety‑related work behaviors to ensure safe job performance and maintain a safe work environment.
• Report contamination to the Radiation Safety Officer.

• Assist with maintaining an updated imaging protocol manual and software upgrades.
• Monitor medical supply inventory and request supplies as necessary.
• Assist with training of new associates, providing resource and technical expertise as applicable.
• Perform and record daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly quality control procedures on PET/CT equipment to ensure compliance with ACR and AOA guidelines.
• Perform daily and weekly departmental surveys to ensure compliance with radiation standards and NRC/State regulations.

• Complete other tasks assigned by the department.