PET Tech Sr

Overview

Fighting cancer takes great strength and courage. It also takes an exceptional PET Technologist - Supervisor working alongside our physicians to provide support and be a part of our patient’s experience in our clinics. We are looking for a dynamic, patient-centered PET Technologist - Supervisor to join and lead our exceptional team.

If you like leading others, overseeing daily PET operations, and completing patient care activities we want you to join our team.

About Us: Our mission is to increase access to and advance the delivery of high-quality cancer care in America.As part of US Oncology, one of the nation's largest health care services networks dedicated exclusively to cancer treatment and research, we can quickly bring the latest advances in cancer care to our patients. Most importantly, we understand the special needs of cancer patients, and are devoted to caring for the whole person, not just the disease.

Our physicians and staff treat patients in over 18 locations throughout the state including Flagstaff, Goodyear, Green Valley, Phoenix, Prescott Valley, Scottsdale, and Tucson.

Arizona Oncology has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Places to Work in Arizona!

Benefits: We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit package that includes, 401K Profit Sharing Plan, Critical Care Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Spending Account, Legal Insurance, Long-Term Care, Medical Insurance, Paid Time Off Plan, Short and Long-Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, and Vision Insurance.To make a difference in someone’s life, you don’t have to be brilliant, rich, beautiful or perfect. You just have to care.

Responsibilities

In your job, you will have the ability to make a difference in a patient’s journey by:

• 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.
• Ensures accuracy of patient demographic information, report distribution and patient files.
• Assists with the collection of clinical data for patient follow-up and development of teaching and educational information.
• Provides protection for patient and self in accordance with prescribed safety standards. Conducts daily quality control measures to monitor scanner performance.
• Reports all malfunctions and/or need for service to the proper company or facility.
• Responsible for patient data and films including printing, archiving, retrieval, network data transfers, tracking and logging of loaned films and requested outside films.
• Understands the contraindications associated with the administration of IV contrast, be able to recognize possible reactions and know the procedure to follow in the case of a reaction.
• Ordering of necessary office, medical, printing and archiving media
• Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards and Shared Values.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology, Radiologic Technology, or from an AMA accredited program.
• Minimum four years experience in nuclear medicine, including two years of 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 and state licensure are applicable.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or the ability to obtain within three (3) months of hire.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Commitment to quality and safety standards.
• The desire to work in a collaborative environment.
• Previous supervisory and/or leadership experience preferred.

The safety of our patients and staff is our top priority. Masks may be requested in all Arizona Oncology facilities regardless of vaccination status. COVID vaccination is recommended.