DIC PET/CT Technologist-Pipeline

Job Title

Utilizes technology that merges radiopharmaceutical imaging technology with other forms for medical imaging technology for diagnostic purposes.

Job Responsibilities

Prepares patient for exam.

• Explains procedure to patient in easy-to-understand terms based on professional knowledge.
• Screens for pregnancy and ensures consent form for administration of IV contrast materials has been obtained.
• Sets up equipment appropriately to administer prescribed procedure in a timely fashion.
• Positions patient for scanning according to departmental standard operating procedures.

Performs various exams using Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT and SPECT/CT equipment.

• Prepares radiopharmaceuticals according to activity and quantity required for prescribed exam.
• Dispenses prescribed radiopharmaceuticals to patient for oral ingestion or administers through venipuncture and intravenous injection. Utilizes appropriate flush technique for existing IV lines, as required.
• Disposes of radioactive waste and surveys exam area for radiation according to established protocols.

Prepares images/films for clinical review and assignment to record.

• Labels films/images with accurate patient demographics and required exam specific information.
• Assesses films/images for quality and accuracy of information.
• Completes necessary paperwork and prepares films/images for Radiologist interpretation.

Performs various quality control measures according to established policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Performs quality control procedures on prepared radiopharmaceutical kit/dose prior to patient administration.
• Performs regular quality control activities on dosing equipment.
• Maintains and monitors radioactive waste according to NYS regulations.
• Performs blood cell labeling according to protocols.

Performs related duties as required.

Job Qualification

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program, required.
• Current New York State Department of Health licensure as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, required.
• R.T. (N) registration with American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) OR CNMT registration with Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), required.
• Current R.T.(CT) registration with American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT), OR NMTCB (CT) certification with Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS or BCLS) certification, required.
• Prior experience in Nuclear Medicine, required.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Shift Details: Monday-Friday, 11:30a-8p/ Holidays as needed.

Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).