Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

Centralus Health MissionOur mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to success and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve. Job SummaryFull Time, days. Employee will provide excellent customer service to patients, visitors and staff with an emphasis on quality service and safe care. Employee must be self-motivated and demonstrate ability to work as a team. Employee will be responsible for routine Nuclear Medicine and PET imaging. Prepare, administer and measure radioactive isotopes in diagnostic, some therapeutic, and tracer studies utilizing a variety of radioisotope equipment. Administers radiopharmaceuticals or radiation to patient to detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment, under the direction of Radiologist.Job FunctionsCalculate, measure, prepare, and document radiation doses and radiopharmaceuticals using computerized systems in accordance with physician orders and imaging protocols*.Perform nuclear medicine and PET imaging procedures competently, including the safe administration of radioisotopes*.Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot radioisotope and laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance*.Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care while prioritizing patient comfort, safety, and confidentiality*.Perform daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual quality control (QC) procedures on Nuclear Medicine and PET scanners, dose calibrators, and other departmental equipment*.Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations, radiation safety standards, and departmental quality assurance (QA) policies. Maintain accurate QA documentation and records*.Maintain and calibrate imaging and laboratory equipment to meet regulatory and manufacturer standards*.Demonstrate flexibility by assuming additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support departmental operations*.Assist in the orientation, training, and education of new staff members, technologists, and students.Maintain all required professional credentials, certifications, and continuing education (CE) credits necessary for the position*.Travel with the mobile PET unit to multiple Centralus Health locations to provide imaging services as required*.ADA Compliance: All duties that are core or essential functions must be marked with a (*). Important Note: (*) indicates an essential function of the job as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Essential functions are the core duties that are fundamental to the position and must be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation. (Do not erase: Keep this disclaimer on all job descriptions.)Success Factors You prioritize patient safety and quality in every interaction.You consistently follow radiation safety standards, imaging protocols, and quality assurance procedures while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.You provide compassionate, patient-centered care.You communicate clearly, help patients feel comfortable throughout their procedure, and protect their privacy and dignity at all times.You are dependable, adaptable, and solution-oriented.You thrive in a dynamic environment, readily adjust to changing schedules, mobile PET travel, and varying patient volumes while maintaining high-quality care.You collaborate effectively with the healthcare team.You build positive working relationships with physicians, technologists, nurses, and support staff, sharing knowledge and contributing to a culture of teamwork and continuous learning.You are committed to technical excellence and continuous improvement.You take ownership of equipment performance, complete quality control procedures accurately, maintain regulatory compliance, and actively pursue professional development to stay current with evolving technologies and best practices.You demonstrate accountability and professionalism.You take ownership of your work, maintain required certifications and continuing education, document accurately, and consistently represent the organization with integrity and professionalism.Education / Experience QualificationsRequired:EducationRequired completion of one of the following:2-year accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program4-year accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology programAccredited certificate programCertificationsCurrent NMTCBor ARRT (Nuclear Medicine) certification requiredCT certification through NMTCBor ARRT, or ARRT certification in Radiography (DX) with CT credentialsLicensureCurrent New York State Department of Health license in Nuclear Medicine Technology required, or eligibility to obtain licensure prior to employment.New York State licensure in Nuclear Medicine (NM), Diagnostic Radiography (DX), or Computed Tomography (CT), as applicable. Preferred:Previous Nuclear Medicine and/or PET experience is preferred; however, new graduates from accredited programs are encouraged to applyPhysical RequirementsAbility to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.Ability to push, pull, bend, reach, and lift as required to perform job duties safely.Ability to safely transfer, position, and assist patients with varying levels of mobility.Ability to travel with the mobile PET unit to multiple Centralus Health locations as needed.