Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist

Berger Health System; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Berger Health System in the United States seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to operate imaging devices and assist in patient care within the Nuclear Medicine department. The role includes scintigraphy, image processing, dose preparation, and quality control under physician supervision.

The ideal candidate holds ARRT/NMTCB credentials, an appropriate license, and BLS certification, with experience in a full-service Nuclear Medicine department.

Qualifications

• Graduate of approved Nuclear Medicine Technology training program.
• Registered with NMTCB or ARRT in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• ODH Radiologic License as Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• BLS certification is current.
• Extensive knowledge of handling radioactive materials.
• Experience in a full-service Nuclear Medicine department.

Responsibilities

• Performs scintigraphic scanning as prescribed by physician.
• Performs image manipulation and quantitative studies.
• Archives patient studies on computer and conducts quality control studies.
• Receives, stores, and prepares radioactive and non-radioactive materials for patient doses.
• Assures availability of proper doses for patients.
• Performs quality control and maintenance procedures for scanning and maintains QC statistics.
• Consults with physicians; shows images and studies to radiologist and/or cardiologist.
• Provides physicians with quality data for interpretation.
• Administers diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals under physician direction.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to patient needs; provides education and monitoring.
• Assists physicians with intricate imaging procedures as needed.
• Operates within a High Reliability Organization focus on safety and efficiency.

Education

Associate's Degree

ARRT Certification

BLS Certification

CNMT Certification

NMTCB Certification

ODH Radiologic License

Job description

Job Description Summary

This position operates imaging devices, computers, ECG units, laboratory equipment, dose calibrator and radiation survey instruments.

Responsibilities And Duties

• 55% Performs scintigraphic scanning as prescribed by physician.
• 25% Performs image manipulation and quantitative studies.
• Archives patient studies on computer and quality control studies.
• 5% Receives, stores, and prepares radioactive and non-radioactive materials in preparation of patient doses.
• Assures availability of proper doses for patients.
• 5% Performs quality control and maintenance procedures for scanning; maintains quality control and wipe survey statistics.
• Assures all equipment is performing properly to obtain quality examinations.
• 5% Consults with physicians; shows images and/or computer patient studies to radiologist and/or cardiologist.
• Provides physicians with quality data for interpretation.
• 3% Administers diagnostic or therapeutic radiopharmaceutical/ pharmaceuticals limited to those within the scope of practice, through various routes to patient, under the direction of a physician.
• 2% Demonstrates sensitivity to the physical and emotional needs of the patient through good communication.
• Provides appropriate patient education, patient assessment, patient monitoring and overall patient care.
• Assists physician with intricate imaging procedures as needed.
• As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.
• The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree (Required)ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, CNMT - Certified Nuclear Medical Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board, NMTCB - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board
• ODH Radiologic License as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• BLS Certification.
• Familiarity with all aspects of a fully-equipped Nuclear Medicine department.
• Extensive knowledge of handling, administering radioactive materials and knowledge of nuclear instrumentation and its use.
• Experienced Technologist with the skills necessary to work in full service Nuclear Medicine department.

Additional Job Description

• Graduate of approved training program in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Registered with the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• ODH Radiologic License as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• BLS Certification.
• Familiarity with all aspects of a fully-equipped Nuclear Medicine department.
• Extensive knowledge of handling, administering radioactive materials and knowledge of nuclear instrumentation and its use.
• Experienced Technologist with the skills necessary to work in full service Nuclear Medicine department.
• Work Shift: Variable
• Scheduled Weekly Hours : 24
• Department Nuclear Medicine

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