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We have an excellent opportunity available now for a Per Diem Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Technologist!
At Huntington Hill Imaging Center (managed by California Medical Business Services), our team members focus on transforming the patient experience and delivering exceptional quality care. Our organization has rapidly grown over the past years by providing radiology service line solutions, outpatient center management services, and many business solutions for quality patient care.
Our Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Technologists use exceptional communication skills to connect with patients, explain procedures and put patients at ease. With a caring attitude and keen attention to detail, they ensure patient comfort, safety and satisfaction every step of the way. They show their technical competence by effectively interpreting physician orders/instructions and selecting appropriate software options and imaging parameters to produce the highest-quality PET images/studies possible, enabling physicians to diagnose with pinpoint accuracy and treat with confidence.
This PET Technologist position has a varied schedule, and is located at our Imaging Center in Pasadena!
Each shift will be 8 hours long and the hours will be:
- 2 Weekdays: between 6 am - 3 pm and 10 am - 7 pm (variable)
- Weekends: between 6 am - 3 pm and 8 am-5 pm (variable)
Pay range: $55/hour - $65/hour
What You Will Do:
Performs Positron Emission Tomography (PET) radiographic examinations according to accepted department protocols, policy and procedures. Demonstrates proficiency in delivering care to assigned patient population, and participates in related continuing education.
Other duties include:
- Communicate procedures to patients with a caring attitude and keen attention to detail,
- Ensure patient comfort, safety and satisfaction every step of the exam.
- Use technical competence by effectively interpreting physician orders/instructions and selecting appropriate software options and imaging parameters to produce the highest-quality PET images/studies possible—enabling physicians to diagnose with pinpoint accuracy and treat with confidence.
- Responsible for patient safety including pre-screening for contraindications, aseptic injection technique, etc. and radiation safety/regulations, including proper documentation and technique when working with radioactive materials/patients.
- Produces high quality diagnostic images.
- Effectively communicates with customers and/or radiologists.
- Trains new technologists and/or PC's
- Trouble-shoots the scanner, coach and peripheral equipment (including: monitors, PACS, coils, etc.).
- Receives and assays isotope doses for PET and for Sentinel Node injections at Jim and Eleanor Randall Breast Center (RBC).
- Takes doses to RBC as needed.
- Keeps hot lab neat, orderly, and in compliance.
- Records doses as needed.
- Completes paperwork and billing functions.
- Follows policies concerning quality assurance.
- Satisfactorily meets work performance expectations as stated in the policy personnel, technologist evaluation.
- Assists office staff with scheduling patients and preparing and maintaining patient records.
- Maintains the appropriate amount of continuing medical education units set forth by the ARRT.
- Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Keeps PET suite clean, stocked and prepared for all procedures.
What You Will Bring:
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
- Certification in Nuclear Medicine by the NMTCB or ARRT (N) required
- CT license/certification (preferred)
- State license, as required
- CPR certification required
- 1-2 years PET imaging experience or 1-2 years experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures and studies required
- 1-2 years as a CT technologist (preferred)
- Local travel may be required
Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
As a healthcare provider, California Medical Business Services (CMBS) mandates that all its employees are vaccinated for COVID-19. Unless there is a verified disability that precludes vaccination or an approved religious exemption, CMBS requires proof of COVID-19 vaccinations for employment.
Employees with approved exemptions may not work in patient-facing positions, but only in back office positions where they do not have any contact with patients.
Why You'll Love CMBS:
We offer a supportive environment with opportunities to expand your knowledge, a competitive salary and benefits package which includes:
- Paid Sick Leave (PSL)
- 401(k) Plan
- Sponsored Company Events, and much more!
Who We Are:
CMBS has been in business for more than 30 years (and counting), helping job seekers just like you find great opportunities in the healthcare industry. But CMBS isn't you average company. Our goal is to provide a working environment where our employees may gain knowledge, experience and recognition for their work. We believe our people are our most valuable asset.
Whether it's our monthly celebrations, social events, or employee appreciation events, you'll quickly find out why CMBS is a great place to work!
CMBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We bring unique talents together to build something special. That's why we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our clients and communities. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, people of all ages, and veterans to apply. We are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.
