PET Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for their Lakewood Ranch Office. This role involves producing diagnostic medical images, patient care, and operating radiopharmaceuticals. Join a leader in cancer care that offers robust professional growth opportunities and competitive salaries.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement

401-K match

Pet insurance

Legal insurance

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved program required.
• Certification CNMT or ARRT(N) required.
• Experience in Nuclear Medicine preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer radiopharmaceuticals under physician direction.
• Calculate and record radiation dosage.
• Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and lab equipment.

Skills

Analysis & Critical Thinking

Strong interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology

Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT)

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WHY JOIN FCS

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.

Date Posted

2025-02-17

Country

United States of America

Location:

Lakewood Ranch Office

WHY JOIN FCS

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.

Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.

a Little Bit About Fcs

Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence. With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network. Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care. We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Our patients have access to ground-breaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval.

Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground-breaking new therapies to patients.

Come join us today!

Summary

PET Nuclear Medicine Technologists care for patients while operating equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic medical images for interpretation at a level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Responsibility includes EMR/PACS navigation, general patient care, positioning patients, providing procedure information, and executing proper imaging protocol/technique for all PET examinations. Complies with ALARA and all regulatory requirements for safe and appropriate patient care.

Primary Tasks And Resres

• Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation intravenously to detect or treat diseases using radioisotope equipment under the direction of a physician
• Calculate, measure, and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used, and disposed of using a computer following the physician's prescription.
• Detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patients' bodies using a camera to produce photographic or computer images.
• Gather information on patients' illnesses and medical history to guide the choice of diagnostic procedures for therapy.
• Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures.
• Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment.
• Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients and assist them during test procedures.
• Produce a computer-generated or film image for interpretation by a physician.
• Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment.
• Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment or cameras.
• Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures.
• Maintains a clean work environment.
• Maintains technical competency through continued education and participation in company-sponsored training programs.
  
  

Education/Certifications & Licenses

• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology required.
• Satisfactory Completed formal Nuclear Medicine Technology training in an AMA-approved school preferred.
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or ARRT(N) registered or registry eligible required
• Registry-eligible graduates must obtain certification within one year of hire. ARRT (CT) or NMTCB (CT) must be obtained within two years of hire.
• BLS Certification (Required)
  
  

Experience

• Experience in Nuclear Medicine preferred
• Experience with PET/CT Oncology imaging preferred
  
  

Core Competencies, Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential competencies and KSAs targeted to successfully performing in role:

• Analysis & Critical Thinking
• Strong interpersonal skills to include effective verbal and written communication
• Solid time management with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to collaborate across various levels of management, departments, and teams
• Comfortable negotiating problems and exploring solutions with the physician population
  
  

Values

• Patient First – Keeping the patient at the center of everything we do
• Accountability – Taking responsibility for our actions
• Commitment & Care – Upholding FCS vision through every action
• Team – Working together, one team, one mission
  
  

Expectations for all Employees

Every FCS employee is expected to regularly conduct themselves in a professional and respectful manner, to comply with all labor laws, workplace policy and workplace practices. Employees are expected to bring issues of any forms of workplace harassment, discrimination or other potential improprieties to the attention of their management or the human resources department.

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SCREENINGS – Background, drug, and nicotine screens

Safeguarding our patients and each other is an important part of how we deliver the best care possible to the communities we serve. All offers of employment at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background screening. Additionally, as a condition of employment, FCS requires all new hires to receive various vaccinations, including the influenza vaccine, barring an approved exemption. In addition, FCS is a drug-free workplace, and all new hires will be subject to drug/ nicotine testing. Medical Marijuana cards are not recognized.

EEOC

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at FCS, please email FCS Recruitment ([e-mail]) for further assistance. Please note this email address is intended to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

FCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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