Part-Time Nuclear Medicine PET Technologist — Multi-Site

Shields Health; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Shields Health Care is seeking a PET technologist to provide a professional, caring atmosphere across multiple patient groups in a fast-paced clinical setting. This is a 24 hr Part-time role with shifts at Anna Jacques Hospital, Emerson Hospital & York Hospital.

Responsibilities include operating PET equipment, performing hot lab tasks, patient positioning, data entry, and collaboration with Radiology staff.

Qualifications

• Must possess a state license for the state(s) in which he/she is employed to work.
• Must be CPR certified.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Shields Health Care Group policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety at all times.
• 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.
• Accurately position the patient and ensure their comfort.
• Maintain visual and verbal contact with the patient during the 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.

Skills

State licensure

CPR certification

ARRT/NMTCB registration

Nuclear medicine experience

Interpersonal skills

IV placement

Computer proficiency

Mobility assistance

Tools

PET equipment

Job description

Shields Health Care is seeking a PET technologist to provide a professional, caring atmosphere across multiple patient groups in a fast-paced clinical setting. This is a 24 hr Part-time role with shifts at Anna Jacques Hospital, Emerson Hospital & York Hospital.

Responsibilities include operating PET equipment, performing hot lab tasks, patient positioning, data entry, and collaboration with Radiology staff.