Nuclear Med/PET Technologist

Cape Cod Imaging Services, LLC; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend shift

Job summary

Shields Health Care seeks a PET technologist to provide a professional, caring environment while supporting a fast-paced nuclear medicine setting. You will operate PET equipment, ensure patient safety, and coordinate with radiologists on exam results.

Position is a 10-hour weekly weekend role (Saturdays) with shifts from 6:00a-4:30p or 7:00a-5:30p, requiring NRC/state/JCAHO compliance, IV proficiency, and strong patient communication.

Qualifications

• Must possess a state license for the state employed.
• CPR certification required.
• ARRT and/or NMTCB registration required.
• Minimum of one year nuclear medicine experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency starting IVs.
• Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to assist patients with mobility and lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Follow Shields Health Care policies to ensure patient safety.
• Operate PET equipment to produce images and measure isotopes.
• Perform hot lab responsibilities and handle data entry.
• Inform patients about exam details and obtain consent.
• Position patients for imaging and ensure comfort.
• Maintain patient safety and monitor conditions during exams.
• Forward PET data to Radiologist after exams.
• Assist clerical staff and keep equipment and rooms clean.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

IV initiation

Education

State license for employed state

CPR certification

ARRT or NMTCB registration

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 weekly position at Signature - Brockton Hospital on Saturdays:
6:00a-4:30p OR 7:00a-5:30p

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.

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