PET Nuclear Medicine Technologist – Precision Imaging Care

Shields Health; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 44,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Shields Health Care is seeking a PET technologist to provide a professional, caring atmosphere to all patient groups while maintaining a fast-paced, multi-tasked clinical environment.

The role requires state licensure, ARRT/NMTCB registration, CPR certification, and at least one year of nuclear medicine experience, with strong interpersonal and IV skills. Training may include hot lab duties and equipment setup in various sites.

Qualifications

• Must possess a state license for the state(s) in which he/she is employed to work.
• Must be certified in CPR.
• 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.
• Must be able to push, pull, and lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Shields Health Care Group policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety at all times.
• Follow rules and regulations established by the NRC, state regulatory agencies, and JCAHO.
• 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.
• Ensure patient is cleared of all contraindications and hazards.
• 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.
• Clean and re-supply equipment and rooms as needed.

Skills

State license

CPR certification

ARRT/NMTCB registration

Nuclear medicine experience

Interpersonal skills

IV placement

Computer data entry

Mobility assistance

Physical stamina

Job description

Shields Health Care is seeking a PET technologist to provide a professional, caring atmosphere to all patient groups while maintaining a fast-paced, multi-tasked clinical environment.

The role requires state licensure, ARRT/NMTCB registration, CPR certification, and at least one year of nuclear medicine experience, with strong interpersonal and IV skills. Training may include hot lab duties and equipment setup in various sites.