Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist

Job Description

Part-Time Position

Job Responsibilities:

This person will perform NucMed / PET procedures. Positions and instructs the patient, operates imaging equipment, and determines the technical factors. Ensure correct marketing/labeling of all images. . Provides and confirms proper documentation of procedures requested/performed, patient history, etc. to assist in diagnosis.

Perform organ imaging tests including full skeletal, cardiac blood pool, and major vascular blood pool tests

Consistently perform complex examinations and procedures, including injecting radiopharmaceuticals under the direct supervision of a radiologist

Monitor the patient to check for unusual reactions to the drugs

Operate equipment that creates images of areas in the body, such as images of organs

Examine machines to ensure that they are working properly

Keep detailed records of procedures

Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients and provide them with assistance during procedures

Attain required approval and signature by nuclear medicine physicians

Qualifications:

Nuclear medical technological certification depending on state requirements

Prioritize work assignments and adjust tasks as needed

Ability to maintain confidential patient information

Establish and maintain effective relationships with customers and patients and gain their trust and respect

Demonstrates flexibility to meet department needs as they vary

Ability to work with minimum supervision within the guidelines set up by the department

Strong oral and written communication skills

Able to communicate effectively in a caring and courteous manner

Requirements:

Nuclear Medicine Technology

Radiologic Technology (RT)

Valid National Certification of Nuclear Medicine Technology (NMTCB)

Fluoroscopy License

Venipuncture/IV Contrast License

Valid American Registry of Radiologic Technology Certification (ARRT)(N) and ARRT(R) or ARRT(CT)

A minimum 2 years experience within the past 36 months performing Nuclear Medicine Studies

Minimum of 1-year experience performing PET/CT

CPR For Healthcare Providers (AHA Approved Course)

License/Certification:

BLS Certification (Preferred)

ARRT Certification (Preferred)