PET Technologist jobs in Missouri
PET Technologist is responsible for operating Positron Emission Tomography equipment to produce images and measure concentrations of Radioactive Isotopes in specific body areas and body products to obtain information for use by physicians in diagnosing and treating patient illnesses. Requires registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A. Being a PET Technologist r. T.) or The Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (N. Additionally, PET Technologist m. T.C.B.). May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a chief technologist or manage PET Technologist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added PET Technologist jobs
PET/CT Technologist
- Phelps Health
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Rolla, MO
FULL_TIME
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Welcome -
Phelps Health invites you to join a growing 2000-employee-strong healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri.
We're headquartered in the town of Rolla, home of the Missouri University of Science and Technology, halfway between St. Louis and Springfield, MO. Over the years, Rolla has grown into a regional hub for shopping, fine dining, cultural events, award-winning schools, and outdoor activities while never losing its neighborly small-town feel.
If you're hoping to escape the hassles and costs of a big city and build a life in a place all your own, you can hardly do better than a community on Historic Route 66 at the border of Missouri wine country and the Mark Twain National Forest. Explore our benefits and the many ways we support the growth of everyone on our team, from our 6% 401k match to our tuition reimbursement program and much more here: https://phelpshealth.org/careers/benefits.
Read on to discover how you can play a part in our mission to save lives and improve the health of our region's 200,000 residents:
General Summary-
The PET/CT Technologist is responsible for performing the highest standard diagnostic and therapeutic exams.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities -
Performs Nuclear Medicine duties.
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Good patient relationship skills and customer service skills.
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Attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
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Calculates, measures and records radiation dosage of radiopharmaceuticals received, used and disposed.
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Explains test procedures and safety precautions to patients and provides them with assistance during test procedures.
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Administers radiopharmaceutical or radiation to patients to detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment.
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Receives, stores and disposes of radioactive materials, following radiation safety procedures.
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Schedules appointments and notifies appropriate parties of such action.
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Always wears radiation exposure badge, uses safety equipment to limit exposure, and uses gloves, syringes and universal precautions at all times.
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Maintains records, NOPR and insurance duties.
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Collects and maintains records per hospital procedure and NRC requirements.
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Obtains insurance information as required.
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Maintains National Oncologic PET Registry (NOPR) records.
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Coordinates pre-authorization for PET scans.
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Enters charges for patient billing accurately.
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Oversees the scheduling of the scanner.
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Maintains records regarding insurance in patient charts.
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Obtains CT scans, PET/CT scans and assists with diagnostic studies.
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Operates the scanner with diagnostic and therapeutic departments. Assists with biopsies, therapy planning and other procedures.
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Performs daily warm-up and safety checks according to procedure.
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Assists in collection of Quality Improvement data.
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Reports any machine malfunction to physicist, director or physician, reports any errors immediately.
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Trains and supervises students and/or other nuclear medicine techs.
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Job Qualifications -
Education
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Graduate of an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine Technology program (ARRT or NMTCB).
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Work Experience-
Minimum of three years nuclear medicine experience required, 2 years CT experience preferred. PET experience a plus.
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Certification/License-
Current certification from the nuclear Medicine Technology Certifying Board (NMTCB) or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Nuclear Medicine is required. ARRT CT registered or PET certification preferred. Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.
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Mental/Physical Requirements -
Close mental and visual attention required for sustained periods of time. Frequently works under stressful conditions due to the nature of patients’ disease. Maximum weight to be lifted independently or carried: 35 lbs. standing, moderate walking, carrying, turning, stooping and reaching required. Adequate sight, hearing and sitting for periods of time. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely. General knowledge of computers required.
Working Conditions -
Standard radiation worker safety health hazards inherent in this position. Exposure to radioactive materials requires radiation safety practices be utilized. Exposure to blood/body fluid, infectious diseases and biohazard materials at times. Flexible schedule and on-call status as scheduled.
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- 1 Day Ago
PET/CT Technologist
- Shared Medical Services
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Branson, MO
FULL_TIME
- PET/CT Technologist | Full-time For 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 c...
- 19 Days Ago
PET/CT Technologist
- Shared Medical Services
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Springfield, MO
FULL_TIME
- PET/CT Technologist | Full-time For 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 c...
- 20 Days Ago
Pet Groomer
- WOLFGANG'S PET STOP
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ST. LOUIS, MO
FULL_TIME
- Wolfgang's Pet Stop is a five-star salon in the Central West End of St. Louis, Missouri. We have been serving the community since 2005. We currently have 3 full-time groomers on our team, all of whom ...
- 12 Days Ago
Pet Groomer
- WOLFGANG'S PET STOP
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St. Louis, MO
FULL_TIME
- Wolfgang's Pet Stop is a five-star salon in the Central West End of St. Louis, Missouri. We have been serving the community since 2005. We currently have 3 full-time groomers on our team, all of whom ...
- 12 Days Ago
Pet Care Professionals
- WOLFGANG'S PET STOP
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St. Louis, MO
FULL_TIME
- Wolfgang's Pet Stop in St. Louis, MO is looking for pet care professionals to join our team. We are a 5-star company that prides itself on the superior care we provide to our clients. We have been loc...
- 10 Days Ago
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- Methodist Healthcare
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- RadNet San Fernando Valley
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PET Technologist
- South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers
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San Antonio, TX
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
- Impact Recruiting Solutions
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Albany, NY
- JOB TITLE (#1465): Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist - Albany, NY 2 years of experience is preferred Impact Recruiting S...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
PET Technologist
- South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers
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San Antonio, TX
- Description Introduction Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your applic...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
PET Technologist
- South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers
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Cibolo, TX
- Description Introduction Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your applic...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Remote / Telecommute
- Cynet Systems
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Philadelphia, PA
- Job Description Job Description We are looking for Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Remote / Telecommute for our client i...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $2,740 per week
- Hiring Now!
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Utica, NY
- Epic Travel Staffing Allied is seeking a travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel job in Utica, New York. Job D...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Missouri
Missouri is landlocked and borders eight different states as does its neighbor, Tennessee. No state in the U.S. touches more than eight. Missouri is bounded by Iowa on the north; by Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee across the Mississippi River on the east; on the south by Arkansas; and by Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska (the last across the Missouri River) on the west. Whereas the northern and southern boundaries are straight lines, the Missouri Bootheel protrudes southerly into Arkansas. The two largest rivers are the Mississippi (which defines the eastern boundary of the state) and the Misso...
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Income Estimation for PET Technologist jobs
$84,745 to $112,679
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