Pet/CT Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Description:

Pet/CT Nuclear Medicine Technologist

PET/CT Technologists care for patients while operating equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic medical images for interpretation at a level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Other responsibility includes EMR/PACS navigation, general patient care, positioning patients, providing procedure information, and executing proper imaging protocol/technique for all PET examinations. Complies with ALARA and all regulatory requirements for safe and appropriate patient care.

PRIMARY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation intravenously to detect or treat diseases using radioisotope equipment under the direction/supervision of a physician
• Calculate or measure, and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used, and disposed of using a computer following the physician's prescription.
• Detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patients' bodies using a camera to produce photographic or computer images.
• Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures.
• Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment.
• Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients and assist them during test procedures.
• Produce a quality computerized generated image for interpretation by a physician.
• Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment, PET/CT scanners, dose calibrator and all other radiology equipment, devices, etc.
• Utilize CT Scanner to produce cross-section images of internal organs and tissues for the diagnosis of medical issues based on proper protocols.
• Screen and safely administer iodinated contrast intravenously while using CT equipment under the direction of a physician.
• Start and discontinue IV site for iodinated contrast (when applicable).
• Maintain a clean work environment.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology required.
• Satisfactory Completed formal Nuclear Medicine Technology training in an AMA-approved school preferred.
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or ARRT(N) registered or registry eligible required.
• Registry-eligible graduates must obtain certification within one year of hire. ARRT (CT) or NMTCB (CT) must be obtained within two years of hire.
• State CRT license.
• ARRT Certification in CT / BLS Certification (Required).

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in Nuclear Medicine and CT preferred.
• Experience with PET/CT Oncology imaging preferred.

CORE COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Analysis & Critical Thinking.
• Strong interpersonal skills to include effective verbal and written communication.
• Solid time management with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to collaborate across various levels of management, departments, and teams.
• Comfortable negotiating problems and exploring solutions with the physician population.