Nuclear Med/PET Tech

Shields Health Care Group, Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 44,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Shields Health Care Group is seeking a part-time PET Technologist for our Cape Cod locations (Sandwich or Harwich). This 10-hour/week role features Sunday shifts, 6a-4:30pm or 7a-5:30pm, supporting imaging exams and patient care in a busy clinical setting.

You will operate PET equipment, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, assist with patient prep and post-exam documentation, and coordinate with Radiologists to deliver quality results.

Qualifications

• Must possess a state license to practice nuclear medicine.
• Must be CPR certified.
• ARRT and/or NMTCB registration required.
• Minimum one year nuclear medicine experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills required.
• Proficient in starting IVs.

Responsibilities

• Follow Shields Health Care policies to ensure patient safety.
• Operate PET equipment to produce images and measure concentrations.
• Perform all hot lab responsibilities as needed.
• Position patients for comfort and safety during exams.
• Record patient data and forward PET data to Radiologist.
• Assist clerical staff as needed.
• Clean and re-supply equipment and rooms.

Skills

Nuclear medicine experience

CPR certification

Excellent interpersonal skills

IV placement

Patient mobility assistance

Prolonged sitting at computer

Lifting 25 lbs

Education

State nuclear medicine license

ARRT/NMTCB registration

Tools

None

Job description

Job Summary

In keeping with Shields Health Care commitment to excellence, the PET technologist will provide a professional, caring atmosphere to all customer groups, while maintaining a fast-paced, multi-tasked oriented clinical environment.

Job Description

This is a 10-hour/week position, either at our Sandwich or Harwich locations on Cape Cod: Sundays 6a-4:30pm OR 7a-5:30pm

What you will do

• Follow all Shields Health Care Group policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety at all times.
• Follow rules and regulations established by the NRC, state regulatory agencies, and JCAHO.
• Inform the patient of all aspects of their exam to their level of understanding.
• Operate PET equipment to produce images and measure concentrations of Radioactive Isotopes in specific body areas and body products.
• Performs all hot lab responsibilities.
• Ensure patient is cleared of all contraindications and hazards.
• Accurately position the patient and ensure their comfort.
• Maintain visual and verbal contact with the patient during the exam.
• Complete all forms pertaining to patient’s exam.
• Record patient data to Tech Data Entry program.
• Provide and issue films when appropriate.
• Forward PET related data to Radiologist upon completion of exam.
• Refilm cases as time allows.
• Assist clerical staff as circumstances arise.
• Clean and re-supply equipment and rooms as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Must possess a state license for the state(s) in which he/she is employed to work.
• Must be certified in CPR.
• Must be registered by the ARRT and/or NMTCB.
• A minimum of one-year prior nuclear medicine experience is required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required.
• Must be proficient in starting IVs.
• Must be able to sit and utilize a computer for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to assist patients with mobility difficulties.
• Must be able to push, pull, and lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds.

Additional Job Description

Pay range for this position is $32 - $60/hr + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors. It is not intended that this Job Description include all details of the work functions of this position. The incumbent will perform work of a lower or equivalent classification as required or directed, and work of higher classification for training and development purposes or as situationally warranted.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

Shields Health is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Us

Shields Health is an independent, Massachusetts-based leader in healthcare services, known for blending exceptional patient care with cutting-edge technology. With over 50 years of proven success, we’re proud to be one of the most sought-after names in the industry. At Shields, we don’t just deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging - we foster a culture of belonging and inclusivity, where every individual is valued. We offer unmatched career growth, a collaborative and supportive work environment, and exciting opportunities to learn, innovate, and thrive together. Our employees take enormous pride in delivering the best quality services with enthusiasm, commitment, and compassion. Ours is a family-owned and operated business, committed to playing a leading role in the continued advancement of medical imaging, but grounded in the same family values of caring and support - which we practice internally as well as with our patients.