PET/CT Technologist

Job Title: PET/CT Technologist
Location: NYC, NY
Duration: 3 months Contract
Schedule: DAY Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm
Hourly rate: $73/ hour on W2 Negotiable
Job Summary

• Performs PET imaging on patients of all ages to assist physicians in diagnosing illnesses.
• Works under the direction of the Director of PET and the clinical supervision of the reading physician.
• Requires dual licensure in Nuclear Medicine and CT.

Job Responsibilities

• Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, hospital policies, and Nuclear Medicine standards.
• Follow radiation safety protocols and NYS DOH requirements for the safe handling and use of radioactive materials.
• Perform ordered PET imaging examinations according to established protocols and standards of practice.
• Review procedure requests, protocol sheets, medical records, and patient screening forms before imaging.
• Verify patient preparation, including fasting, diet, hydration, glucose levels, voiding, and medication restrictions.
• Explain procedures to patients and families, using interpreter services when necessary.
• Maintain and display current Permits to Practice.
• Assess patient needs and exercise sound clinical judgment before, during, and after imaging procedures.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals and contrast agents under appropriate physician guidance and approval.
• Perform peripheral IV access and radiopharmaceutical injection procedures.
• Conduct equipment quality checks, troubleshoot technical issues, and report equipment malfunctions.
• Perform and document quality assurance (QA), radiation surveys, wipe tests, and required safety measurements.
• Document radiopharmaceutical doses in NMIS and the designated client system.
• Provide patients with radiation dose exposure cards.
• Transfer and archive imaging studies to PACS, MIM, and Syngo clinical systems.
• Process and optimize PET/CT images, including axial fusion, myeloma kidney standard cuts, and coronal cuts.
• Provide images to the reading room according to departmental protocols.
• Follow appropriate uptake times after radiopharmaceutical administration and acquire additional views as directed by the reading physician.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe imaging environment.
• Restock daily supplies and assist with supply inventory and administrative tasks.
• Ensure radiopharmacy delivery cases are properly emptied, labeled, secured, and positioned safely.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and quality assurance requirements.
• Arrive promptly at the assigned PET area and perform additional duties as required.

Required Skills and Experience

• Ability to start peripheral IV lines.
• Experience performing injections using manual unit doses and automated dose delivery systems, such as Medrad Intego.
• Working knowledge of computers, imaging cameras, processing workstations, electronic medical records, PACS, and RIS.
• Ability to perform high-quality PET/CT imaging with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in PET/CT image processing, including axial fusion and specialized myeloma imaging cuts.
• Experience performing PET camera quality control for X-ray, PET, and monthly constancy testing.
• Ability to perform quality control on dose calibrators, including Intego and AtomLab 500, and wipe counters.
• Knowledge of SNMMI quality standards, CPR, infection control, and imaging procedures involving anesthesia.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with attending physicians, residents, and fellows.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and train other personnel.
• Flexibility to work extended shifts when required.
• Demonstrated reliability, sound judgment, initiative, and competency in all relevant areas.

Licensure: Dual license in Nuclear Medicine and CT