PET/CT TECHNOLOGIST -Nuclear Med

Job Description Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers has beautiful state‑of‑the‑art integrated Cancer and Women's Centers located throughout the Valley. Each facility offers a superior cancer care environment with a full spectrum of cancer‑related services for patients. Our multidisciplinary team approach includes surgical oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, women’s centers, diagnostic imaging services, social services support, nutrition, integrative services, and genetic counseling. Mission Statement To serve the community by providing quality, comprehensive cancer care that respects the values and needs of each individual. Position Summary Administers radiopharmaceuticals or radiation to patients to detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment, under the direction of a physician. Supervises PET Tech Assistants. Performs job duties and responsibilities in compliance with company policies and procedures. Performs other duties and responsibilities as required. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Calculates, measures, and records radioactive doses (radiopharmaceuticals) received, used, and disposed of in‑house in accordance with state and federal regulations. Detects and maps radiopharmaceutical agents in patients’ bodies using a PET/CT scanner to produce digital/computer‑generated images. Follows exam protocols designed for administration of exams following ALARA principles. Explains test procedures and safety precautions to patients, and provides assistance during test procedures. Gathers information on patient illnesses and medical history to guide the choice of diagnostic procedures for therapy. Produces and formats digital images for interpretation by a physician. Receives radioactive materials delivered from pharmacy. Disposes of radioactive materials and stores radiopharmaceuticals following radiation safety procedures and ALARA principles. Prepares stock radiopharmaceuticals while adhering to safety standards that minimize radiation exposure to workers and patients. Maintains and calibrates radioisotope and laboratory equipment. Measures radioactivity of patients or radiopharmaceuticals using PET scanners, Geiger‑Muller survey meters, well counters, scintillation probes, and other laboratory equipment. Wears appropriate radioactive monitoring devices in accordance with state and federal regulations. Maintains compliance for record keeping to maintain RAM license. Maintains compliance for record keeping and testing to maintain ACR accreditation. Trains and supervises PET department assistants to support ALARA principles. Assists with PET technologist assistant tasks when appropriate. Accurately processes exam results generated by a certified radiologist. Must be able to type and work on a computer. Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as requested by supervisor, administrator, or physicians. Minimum Qualifications Dual CT certification preferred. Ability to use office equipment and computer. Knowledge of medical office operations. Knowledge of medical terminology. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook, and Internet. Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree preferred. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations ARRT or CNMT certification. Arizona state license. #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC