Location: Westchester, NY Facility Type: Imaging - Independent Private Practice Start Date: May 4th Length of Assignment: 13 Weeks (Travel Contract) Schedule: Four 9-hour shifts; Days only; No weekends License/Certifications Needed: New York (NYS), ARRT(CT)(N) OR ARRT(CT) and NMTCB Pay: $3000 - $3400 weekly gross (Travel and Local Rates available) 

Job Description

Medix is currently seeking a skilled PET/CT Technologist for a specialized contract assignment at an independent private practice. In this role, you will work on behalf of Medix with our client facility to perform routine and advanced PET/CT procedures. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician looking to work in a high-tech environment that conducts clinical research trials and utilizes cutting-edge equipment.

As a contract clinician with Medix, you will be responsible for performing scans to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating patient illnesses and injuries with a high degree of autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced PET/CT and SPECT procedures on designated portions of the body.
• Screen patients prior to procedures for precautions or contraindications.
• Explain procedures to patients, position them for optimal scanning, and provide continuous patient support throughout the process.
• Assess, prepare, record, and administer radiopharmaceuticals via intravenous methods according to NRC and State regulations.
• Perform and record daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly quality control procedures on PET/CT equipment to ensure compliance with ACR and AOA guidelines.
• Utilize Royal Solutions EHR and PACS for documentation and imaging management.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and report technical concerns to leadership as necessary.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Licensure: Active New York State (NYS) License is required.
• Certification: Dual registry in ARRT (CT) and (NM), or ARRT (CT) and NMTCB.
• Life Support: Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Professionalism: Ability to perform procedures with minimal supervision or repeats.

Preferred Skills

• Prior PET/CT Technologist experience in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Experience with GE Discovery (PET) or GE Starguide (SPECT) equipment is a plus, though training is available.

Schedule Details

• Four 9-hour shifts per week.
• Shift times: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM or 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
• Rotating day off during the week.
• No weekends and no on-call requirements.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave: Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances.
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision: Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s).
• 401k: Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1.
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

^*This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.