Pet/Ct Technologist - Full-Time - Bismarck, Nd - 4 To 6 Week Contract - 2346
Company: Shared Medical Services
Location: Fargo
Posted on: January 25, 2023
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Job Description:
PET/CT Technologist - Full-time Temporary ContractBismarck, ND
58501For over 40 years, Shared Medical Services has been building
on our strong foundation with our team of over 350 industry
professionals who are deeply committed to our customers. We have
achieved this long-lasting success through our commitment to
state-of-the-art equipment, delivering unmatched customer service,
and our experienced and professional team. We call this the SMS
Difference! As an employee-owned company, Shared Medical Services
continues to be a well-respected, trusted, and proven provider of
specialized medical imaging solutions.We are currently seeking a
PET/CT Technologist to join our team for a 4 to 6 week contract.
Position offers a unique variety of duties and travel to multiple
medical facilities.Anticipated Schedule:Monday-ThursdayNo weekends
or callWeekly guarantee of hoursSchedules subject to
changeResponsibilities:Competently perform imaging procedures,
including administering contrast agents and
radiopharmaceuticalsPerform equipment quality check and adhere to
quality assurance guidelinesMaintain compassionate patient care,
comfort and safety, while ensuring patient
confidentialityQualifications:Registered/registry eligible:
NMTCB-CNMT or ARRT(N)Ability to receive permit to practice(s) as
necessaryAbility to produce quality special imaging with little
supervisionSuccessfully pass a pre-employment (post offer)
background check, urine drug screen and physicalCLEAN COMMITMENT:
Shared Medical Services has standard practices for a clean mobile
environment and infection control policies and procedures for all
patients. EVERY PATIENT. EVERY DAY.SHARED MEDICAL SERVICES209
Limestone PassCottage Grove, WI An Employee Owned CompanyEqual
Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer===================================================================================GENERAL
SCOPE OF WORK: Under the general direction of the Regional
Operations Manager, with the clinical supervision of the reading
physician at each site on the mobile route, performs examinations
of patients of all ages for the purpose of assisting in the
diagnosis of patient illness.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:Performs ordered examinations of appropriate
anatomical regions in accordance with accepted standards of
practice and protocols of the individual site reading
physician.Maintains patient care, comfort and safety during
transport to and from the mobile coach/facility and during the
exam.Maintains technical competency through continued education and
participation in company sponsored training programs.Maintains
competency to adminster proper IV injections of contrast
material/radioactive material as directed by modality.Demonstrates
proper Blood Glucometer QC and Testing protocol.Under guidance and
approval of site Authorized User, administers radiopharmaceuticals
according to site-specific protocols.Completes and signs the
Patient Screening form and reviews/explains the procedure to the
patient.Transports patients to and from the mobile
coach/facility.Provides images to the facility in the desired site
format.Performs equipment quality checks and troubleshoots
problems; places service calls and notifies all pertinent Team
Members of issues.Assists with the set up and tear down of
equipment in accordance with SMS and/or manufacturers'
guidelines.Maintains a clean environment inside and outside of the
mobile coach/facility.Completes necessary administrative tasks
(i.E. time reports, billing, QA, etc).Follows quality assurance
guidelines and maintains patient confidentiality.Cooperates with
facility healthcare professionals and complies with facility
policies/procedures.Complies with all safety policies and
regulations including radiation safety.Maintains current Permits to
Practice in all states in which services are performed, if
required.Trains new Team Members as required and/or as assigned by
the supervisor and/or SMS management.Performs additional duties as
required.POSITION QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND
LICENSES:Completion of an approved School of Nuclear Medicine
Technology Program required.Must be registered with the Nuclear
Medicine Technology Certification Board or American Registry of
Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (N) or obtain certification within
six (6) months of employment.Must possess an active Permit to
Practice where applicable and/or required.Must possess valid
driver's license with good driving record.SPECIFIC
REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to properly perform injection
procedures.Operating knowledge of Personal Computers (PC) and
medical charting systems.Capable of a flexible work schedule.Must
be able to interact with customer personnel and SMS Team Members in
a responsible, professional and ethical manner.Must be able to
produce high quality special imaging with little supervision.Must
be willing and able to assist the Radiologist, as needed.Must be
able to function effectively in a team-oriented environment.Must be
flexible, reliable and demonstrate sound judgment and
initiative.Ability to demonstrate competency in all applicable
areas.Responsible for the following and adhering to TJC/SMS Quality
Standards which includes, but is not limited to: CPR,
immunizations, training (SMS and Site Specific), Infection Control,
and Invasive Procedures (if applicable).WORKING CONDITIONS:Work is
primarily performed in mobile unit with frequent trips outside to
transport patients during all seasons.Exposure to inclement weather
from transporting patients to and from facility to mobile
unit.Exposure to radiation.Mobile unit has artificial lighting,
with some daylight from windows or doors.Possible exposure to
blood, body fluids, or tissues from working with patients and
performing injections as required.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Sits,
stands, and walks intermittently throughout the day.Climbs stairs
to enter mobile unit and tractor.Squats or kneels and lifts objects
from ground occasionally.Full extension of arms above head and in
front of body.Frequently lifts weight of up to 10
pounds.Occasionally lifts weight of up to 75 pounds.Occasionally
carries objects weighing up to 55 pounds.Occasionally push/pull
objects with force of up to 72 pounds.May transfer patients
weighing up to 500 pounds with a variety of assistance from other
staff or equipment.Must possess good balance.
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