PET/CT Technologist

Phelps Health; Rolla (MO); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health in Rolla, MO, seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist / PET/CT Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic exams at a high standard. The role requires handling radiopharmaceuticals, operating PET/CT, and ensuring safety across procedures.

Eligible candidates will be licensed (ARRT/NMTCB), with 3 years of Nuclear Medicine experience preferred and current BLS certification. The position entails on-site duties with patient-focused care and strict safety practices.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program (ARRT or NMTCB).
• Nuclear Medicine experience required; 3 years preferred.
• Current Nuclear Medicine board certification (ARRT/NMTCB) and BLS.

Responsibilities

• Performs Nuclear Medicine duties with high diagnostic quality.
• Explains test procedures and safety precautions to patients.
• Calculates, measures and records radiation dosage of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Receives, stores and disposes of radioactive materials per procedures.
• Operates PET/CT scanner and assists with CT/PET studies.
• Trains and supervises students and other nuclear medicine staff.
• Maintains records and insurance duties; ensures proper pre_authorizations.

Skills

Patient relations

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Nuclear Medicine Technology program graduate

Tools

PET/CT scanner

Radiopharmaceutical handling

Job description

Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri. No matter where you start with us, we're committed to taking our team to the top. If you're ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family.

General Summary

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist / PET/CT Technologist is responsible for performing the highest standard diagnostic and therapeutic exams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs Nuclear Medicine duties.
• Good patient relationship skills and customer service skills.
• Attention to details and accurate record keeping.
• Calculates, measures and records radiation dosage of radiopharmaceuticals received, used and disposed.
• Explains test procedures and safety precautions to patients and provides them with assistance during test procedures.
• Administers radiopharmaceutical or radiation to patients to detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment.
• Receives, stores and disposes of radioactive materials, following radiation safety procedures.
• Schedules appointments and notifies appropriate parties of such action.
• Technologist must always wear radiation exposure badge, use safety equipment to limit exposure and use gloves, syringes and universal precautions at all times.
• Maintains records, NOPR and insurance duties.
• Collects and maintains records per hospital procedure and NRC requirements.
• Ensures insurance pre-authorization is obtained for all PET scans and unsealed source treatments.
• Enters charges for patient billing accurately.
• Oversees the scheduling of the scanner.
• Obtains CT scans, PET/CT scans and assists with diagnostic studies.
• Operates the scanner with diagnostic and therapeutic departments.
• Assists with biopsies, therapy planning and other procedures.
• Performs daily warm-up and safety checks according to procedure.
• Assists in collection of Quality Improvement data.
• Reports any machine malfunction to physicist, director or physician, reports any errors immediately.
• Trains and supervises student and/or other nuclear medicine techs.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine Technology program (ARRT or NMTCB).

Work Experience

• Nuclear Medicine experience required; 3 years preferred.
• CT experience preferred but not required; PET experience preferred but not required.

Certification/License

• Current Nuclear Medicine board certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certifying Board (NMTCB).
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.

Mental/Physical Requirements

• Close mental and visual attention required for sustained periods of time.
• Frequently works under stressful conditions due to the nature of patients' disease.
• Maximum weight to be lifted independently or carried: 35 lbs. standing, moderate walking, carrying, turning, stooping and reaching required.
• Adequate sight, hearing and sitting for periods of time.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• General knowledge of computers required.

Working Conditions

• Standard radiation worker safety health hazards inherent in this position.
• Exposure to radioactive materials requires radiation safety practices be utilized.
• Exposure to blood/body fluid, infectious diseases and biohazard materials at times.
• Flexible schedule and on-call status as scheduled.

At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself!

Phelps Health serves over 200,000 residents in south-central Missouri. Phelps Health is county-owned, non-tax supported and is overseen by a five-member elected board. Phelps Health employs more than 1,900 people, including 100-plus providers. Phelps Health, which includes a hospital licensed for 240 patient beds, serves a six-county area, with its main campus and several clinics located in Rolla, Missouri. Phelps Health also has clinics in Salem, St. James, Vienna and Waynesville, Missouri.