Nuclear Med PET Technologist

Shields Health; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 44,083 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

Shields Health Care is seeking a PET technologist to provide a professional, caring atmosphere while working in a fast-paced clinical setting at Emerson and Anna Jacques Hospital.

Responsibilities include operating PET equipment, ensuring patient safety, educating patients about exams, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with radiologists and clerical staff. Requires ARRT/NMTCB registration, state license, CPR, and at least one year of nuclear medicine experience.

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.
• Minimum of one year nuclear medicine experience; proficient in starting IVs.

Responsibilities

• Follow Shields Health Care Group policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety at all times.
• Follow regulations established by NRC, state agencies, and JCAHO.
• Inform patients about their exam to their level of understanding.
• Operate PET equipment to produce images and measure concentrations of radioactive isotopes.
• Perform hot lab responsibilities.
• Ensure patient is cleared of contraindications and hazards.
• Accurately position the patient and ensure comfort; maintain contact during exam.
• Record patient data to Tech Data Entry program; provide films when appropriate.
• Forward PET data to Radiologist after exam; refilm cases as time allows.
• Assist clerical staff as needed; clean and re-supply equipment and rooms.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

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. Locations: Emerson and Anna Jacques Hospital

Job Description

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

What you need:

• 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.

Shields Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.