PET Technologist

Team Member Services; Hendersonville (NC); Presencial; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave (4 Weeks)

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Resumo da oferta

AdventHealth in Hendersonville, NC is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT imaging, ensure accurate dosing, and maintain patient safety.

The role requires experience with NM procedures, EMR/HIS systems, and collaboration with radiologists and physicians. Must adhere to state regulations and provide high-quality patient care in a busy clinical setting.

Qualificações

• Must be able to move, operate and properly use all Nuclear Medicine equipment and cameras including computers, collimators, and PACS/HIS systems.
• Must independently perform Nuclear Medicine procedures to radiologists' standards.
• Strong data entry and record-keeping abilities for EMR/HIS.
• Excellent patient care and communication skills across age groups.

Responsabilidades

• Perform Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT imaging studies as required.
• Maintain records per department policy and state regulations.
• Position patients and equipment; select factors and process data to produce compliant images.
• Assist in radiology department and market PET/CT services to local provider referral base.
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly QA and calibrations per state regulations.

Conhecimentos

Nuclear Medicine equipment

PACS/EMR familiarity

Radiology procedures

Patient care

Safety awareness

Disaster response

Formação académica

Associates degree

High school diploma

Ferramentas

Cerner HIS

Agfa PACS

Dose calibrators

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Address: 100 HOSPITAL DR

City: HENDERSONVILLE

State: North Carolina

Postal Code: 28792

Job Description:

SHIFT: Mon-Fri 9-5:30 Sunday Call once every 4th weekend

• Performs Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT Imaging studies. Handles, administers, calculates dosage, and prepares Radionuclides as required.
• Maintains records in accordance with departmental policy and procedures as well as state requirements.
• Positions patient and equipment, changes collimators, selects technical factors, and processes data to produce images meeting Radiologist standards in a safe and timely manner.
• Processes images with correct patient demographic and examination information, submitting images with adequate clinical information for review by Radiologist.
• Acts as Radiation Safety Officer and assists in disaster or other emergencies dealing with possible radioactive material contamination.
• Performs daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly surveys, quality assurance testing, and calibrations as required by state regulations.
• Uses Syncor computer to maintain radioactive material records, quality assurance records, and disposal records as required by department policy and state regulations.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR) and PACS systems.
• Performs basic patient care, including monitoring patient condition, caring for patient comfort, safety, and privacy.
• Assists in Radiology department as needed and markets PET/CT services to local area provider referral base.
• Performs basic equipment maintenance and coordinates service calls as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be able to move, operate and properly use all Nuclear Medicine equipment and camera's including computers, collimators, color printers, survey meters, dose calibrators, dose management computer system, Cerner HIS system and Agfa PACS system. [Required]
• Must be able to independently perform Nuclear Medicine procedures to Radiologists' and Cardiologists' standards. [Required]
• Must be able to use computer system for data entry and retrieval. [Required]
• Patient care and communication skills to deal with patients from infant through geriatric age groups. [Required]
• Basic clerical skills as needed for record keeping and documentation [Required]
• Mature judgment is frequently required in dealing with patients, public, physicians and co-workers. [Required]
• Must be able to adjust workload as needed due to emergency studies scheduled. [Required]
• Calm careful behavior is necessary when dealing with situations such as critically ill patients or in the event of a "code" or other emergency. [Required]
• Any significant change in patient condition required accurate judgment with appropriate actions. [Required]
• Must be able to act properly in case of a radioactive Material contamination, emergency or disaster. [Required]
• Technologist must be able to exercise independent judgment in assessment of exam quality, patient conditions and need for repeat images or variance from routine. [Required]
• Must be able to assess and maintain workflow in Nuclear Medicine. [Required]
• Must use proper judgment regarding need for communication regarding patient care, workflow or other issues [Required]

Education:

• High School Grad or Equivalent [Required]
• Associates [Preferred]

Field of Study:

N/A

Work Experience:

1+ years experience [Preferred]

Additional Information:

Additional Licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) [Required] OR Registered Technologist in Nuclear Medicine Technology RT(N)(ARRT) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board - NMTCB(PET) {Preferred]
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Computed Tomography RT(CT)(ARRT) [Preferred]
• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board - N