PET/CT & Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Lafayette (CO); On-site; USD 59,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Lafayette, Colorado seeks a Nuclear Medicine-PET/CT Technologist to perform diagnostic exams on patients using specialized equipment, collaborating with radiologists to ensure high-quality imaging in a fast-paced setting.

You will maintain competency, identify patients, prepare them for exams, review images for quality, and adhere to radiation safety guidelines while educating patients.

Qualifications

• Current license in state of practice.
• Clinical Board Certification, i.e. American Registry Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
• Basic Life support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
• Demonstrated IV Competency.
• One year of clinical Nuclear Medicine experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintains ARRT or modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions.
• Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
• Performs exams per department protocol and reviews images for quality, clarity, and accuracy.
• Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment. | Follow regulations of Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Division of Radiation Control, and any other regulatory agencies governing the use of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Completes studies within acceptable time limits without compromising patient care or quality. Assists and instructs students and other Radiology Techs in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.
• Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns.
• Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
• Understands and operates equipment and related information systems to ensure quality images.
• Keeps accurate records (required by Licensing State and Joint Commission) of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions.
• Follows protocols for medical necessity, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine

Radiopharmaceuticals

Radiation Safety

Documentation

Equipment Operation

Safety Protocols

Image Evaluation

Anatomy Knowledge

Emergency Response

Independent Work

Teamwork

Clean Environment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Intermountain Health in Lafayette, Colorado seeks a Nuclear Medicine-PET/CT Technologist to perform diagnostic exams on patients using specialized equipment, collaborating with radiologists to ensure high-quality imaging in a fast-paced setting.

You will maintain competency, identify patients, prepare them for exams, review images for quality, and adhere to radiation safety guidelines while educating patients.