Travel CT Technologist
Pikeville, KY
Pikeville Health
5x8 hrs, Days

Title: PET/CT Technologist
Location: Pikeville, KY
Duration: 8 Weeks
Shift: Days - Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
Requirements: Graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology/Nuclear Medicine Program
-ARRT Certification or NMTCB
-Kentucky State License
-BLS
 

PIKEVILLE MEDICAL CENTER 

A Brief Overview PMC is home to Kentucky’s only Level II Trauma Center, the nation’s largest autism center offering ABA therapy, and Eastern Kentucky’s only Level II Advanced Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Pikeville Medical Center has over 3,100 employees, 600 licensed medical providers and operates 11 Centers of Excellence. PMC nurses deliver compassionate, culturally effective care. PMC nurses coordinate all facets of patient care, collaborate with diverse healthcare professionals, and can progress to managing the most complex cases in their area of expertise.

Why PMC?

PMC is in Pikeville, Kentucky, where you can fall in love with the outdoors. Hiking, kayaking, horseback riding, golf, and scenic overlooks are at your fingertips in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains. The city of Pikeville is one of the state’s best-kept secrets for healthcare providers. During your stay, you can expect a full-service medical center with state-of-the-art equipment that boasts 348 beds while offering all major specialties as well as the only level II trauma center in the state of Kentucky. Additionally, Pikeville and the surrounding area are home to safe communities that provide peace of mind, and most importantly, patients and staff who will appreciate YOU for the care that you provide. Pikeville is a growing community that is home to many young professionals with the University of Pikeville’s school of Osteopathic Medicine, Optometry Program, Nursing Programs, and future College of Dental Medicine. From the local restaurants and downtown shopping to state-wide events such as Hillbilly Days, you’ll always feel at home.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

PMC is inclusive, intentionally creating a culture of acceptance where all are valued and respected for who they are. PMC fosters teamwork knowing that collaboration paves the way in its pursuit of excellence. 

Provides radiologic care to patients for the purpose of diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders.  Operates PET/CT scanner unit to perform clinical diagnostic procedures as directed.

1.    Performs venipuncture as required for exam.  
2.    Prepare the patient for the exam by administering precise amounts of radionuclides.
3.    Performs series of exposures as appropriate, by selecting proper protocols from the machine.
4.    Prepares patient for exam by completing all questionnaires and other necessary documentation.  
5.    Educate patient and/or family on procedure to be performed. Checks prep and maintains patient exam, history and completes exams in EMR.
6.    Survey all incoming shipments containing radioactive material.
7.    Measures all doses prescribed for patients in a dose calibrator.
8.    Always use proper safety precautions when working with radioactive material.
9.    Performs QA on all equipment and measuring devices.
10.    Strict adherence to all NRC regulations with record keeping.
11.    Maintains exact records for receipt and return of all radionuclides.
12.    Order all diagnostic radionuclides with proper approval.
13.    Uses PACS for imaging/exam storage and the RIS.
14.    Maintains and rotates supplies in assigned workstation and demonstrates cost efficient use of departmental resources.
15.     Adheres to dress code.
16.     Functions as a preceptor to orient new employees.
17.     Meets all departmental specific competencies.
18.    Adheres to medical center policies addressing infection control, safety, and personnel guidelines.
19.    Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance with the medical center code of conduct and applicable corporate policies and procedures.
20.    Maintains patient confidentiality and treats patients and families with respect and dignity.
21.    Performs any other duties as assigned or requested.

Ability to operate Radiology equipment required.  Perform indicated procedures as required by the Radiologist and ordering physician following established protocols.

Graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology/Nuclear Medicine Program
ARRT Certification or NMTCB
Kentucky State License
*Upon graduation from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Program students are granted a temporary state license for a period of one year, during that time they must pass the National Registry and obtain an ARRT certification or NMTCB certification.  After ARRT or NMTCB certification is obtained, the temporary status will be lifted from their state license.
ARRT radiologic technologist with a current KY state license in nuclear medicine is acceptable.
Current BLS certification required.
Current with continuing education hours.

RightSourcing (a part of Magnit) expected pay package may vary and/or include certain benefits like: Stipends (for clinical traveler workers only), Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K