Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist

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)