ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Perform diagnostic CT and PET/CT imaging procedures with a high level of technical competence and patient care.
• Perform diagnostic CT procedures to include injection of IV contrast or administration of oral contrast.
• Demonstrates knowledge of contraindications and is able to recognize and appropriately respond to contrast reactions.
• Prepare, administer, document, and safely dispose of radioactive isotopes in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Apply radiation safety techniques to protect patients, staff, and self in compliance with ALARA principles.
• Carry out complete imaging protocols including radiotracer administration, patient positioning, image acquisition, and data archiving.
• Collaborate with front office and clinical teams to support procedure scheduling and ensure efficient daily workflow.
• Maintain ACR accreditation standards and manage the ACR toolkit for compliance.
• Accurately document patient demographics, manage image/report distribution, and maintain records in PACS/EMR systems.
• Perform required daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) on PET/CT equipment in accordance with California and ACR guidelines.
• Promptly report equipment malfunctions or radiation safety concerns to appropriate personnel, including the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO).
• Assist in updating and maintaining imaging protocols and support implementation of software upgrades.
• Monitor, track, and replenish medical supply inventory to ensure operational readiness.
• Adhere to HIPAA regulations and uphold confidentiality of all protected health information (PHI).
• Work closely with physicians, physicists, RSO, technologists and all care team members to ensure high imaging standards and exceptional patient care.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental operations and patient care.