PET Technologist

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging using advanced nuclear medicine equipment, and to prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals for patient care. The role emphasizes patient safety and high-quality images for physician interpretation.

Key duties include IV placement to prevent extravasations, image processing, data analysis, and delivering excellent patient care and service.

Qualifications

• Must be CNMT or RT(N) or eligible; B.S./B.A. preferred.
• Current BLS required (AHA or equivalent).
• SCRQSA licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic imaging procedures using nuclear medicine equipment.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals as part of patient care.
• Demonstrate IV placement to avoid extravasations of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Process images and assist physician with data for interpretation.
• Provide excellent patient care and customer service.

Skills

CNMT/RT(N) eligibility

BLS Certification

ACLS preferred

Education

ARRT/NMTCB Nuclear Medicine Program

SCRQSA licensure

Job description

Job Description Summary

Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs diagnostic imaging procedures using sophisticated radiation-detecting instrumentation. Prepares and administers radioactive chemical compounds known as radiopharmaceuticals. Knowledgeable in IV placement to avoid extravasations of radiopharmaceuticals. Performs computer processing and image enhancement. Provides images, data analysis, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation. Provides excellent patient care. Demonstrates excellent customer service.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000601 CHS - PET/CAT Scan (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-29

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

• Requirements (Education, Work Experience, Licensure, Registry &/or Certifications)
• Must be a certified nuclear medicine technologist (CNMT) or registered technologist (RT(N)) or certification or registry eligible with a B.S. or B.A. preferred. Should have acquired skills from CAHEA approved program and preferably, one or two years’ experience in a similar position. Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA)
• BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for
• Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider. Proactively maintains and renews ARRT, state license, BLS, PPD, respirator fit test, and POC training.

Additional Job Description

Education: Graduate of an ARRT or NMTCB recognized Nuclear Medicine Program required. Work Experience: At least two years of modality specific experience required. Must be a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) from the NMTCB or Registered Technologist (RT (N)) from ARRT with a B.S. or B.A. preferred. Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA) required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred. SKILL SETS: Fully competent in advanced modality skill sets and flexible to rotate.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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