Nuclear Med Tech (PET/CT)

Nuclear Med Tech (PET/CT)

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Overview (Duties Include But Are Not Limited)

Utilizes radionuclides and operates radiation detectors, scanning apparatus and related equipment as part of the diagnostic or therapeutic plan for patients having General Nuclear Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology and PET/CT exams to diagnose/treat various functional disorders that require specialized knowledge and skills.

Requirements

• Must have ARRT/NMTCB Certification
• Graduate of accredited Radiology Program as approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Bachelor degree or Associates Degree required. Completion of an accredited sonography program in Echocardiography
• Must have one-year experience in General Nuclear Medicine including Bone Density and one-year experience in PET/CT
• Must have experience with a DSpect Cardiac Camera, Siemens Symbia T Spect Camera, Philips 128 Slice PET/CT Camera, Client Bone Density Scanner and a NMIS Unit Dose Manager.