PET​/Nuc Med Technologist Wknd

Summary

This position performs a variety of technical procedures that requires the use of independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist should have knowledge about Nuclear Medicine Instrumentation which includes the use of gamma cameras (both planar and SPECT), PET, Radiation detectors/counters, dose calibrators, and the Quality Control of all equipment. The technologist should have knowledge about Radiation Safety Practices/Handling, patient and occupational exposures, dosimetry, as low as (is) reasonably achievable (ALARA) techniques that include time, distance, shielding.

Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) guidelines pertaining to handling, administering, and transportation of radioactive materials. The technologist should have knowledge about Radiopharmacy which includes safe administration, preparation, measurement, and quality control of radiopharmaceuticals for Diagnostic and/or Therapeutic purposes.

(20%)
* Injects and administers all radiopharmaceuticals. Assays radiopharmaceutical activities. Calculates volume and activity concentrations for radiopharmaceuticals. Knowledge and use of dosages and/or dose ranges for radiopharmaceuticals as they are listed per protocol. Enters these records in a dose tracking system. Performs laboratory procedures including many aspects of measurement, manipulation, and preparation of radiopharmaceutical kits and unit doses.

(20%) *The PET/CT and Nuclear Medicine Technologist will review the patients' medical history to understand the patient's illness and pending diagnostic procedure; instruct the patient before, during, and following the procedure; evaluate the satisfactory preparation of the patient before beginning a procedure; and recognize emergency patient conditions and initiate lifesaving first aid when appropriate.

(20%) *Intravenous (IV) access starting skills. Appropriate site selection. Aseptic techniques when accessing patients. Appropriately conducts Blood Glucose Testing per protocol.

(20%) *Operates all Nuclear Medicine Instrumentation devices. Knowledge of Quality Control requirements for all equipment used.

(20%)* Administrative functions may include supervising other technologists, students, and other personnel; participating in procuring supplies and equipment; documenting laboratory operations; participating in radiation safety protocols and taking an active role in radiation reduction programs; participating in departmental inspections conducted by various licensing, regulatory, and accrediting agencies; participating in departmental quality assurance orquality improvement projects; and participating in scheduling patient examinations

Required: BLS:
Basic Life Support
Equivalent

Experience:

Within 1 month of hire or transfer

Required: CNMT/ARRT(N):
Nuclear Med Techs CNMT or ARRT(N)
Equivalent

Experience:

Must be registered with the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(N)

Associate's degree

Equivalent

Experience:

Degree in Healthcare Related Field. Knowledge of Nuclear Medicine Technology as normally acquired through completion of an Associates Degree in Applied Science and 1700 hours of clinical instruction required. Two years of clinical experience in as a Nuclear Medicine technologist. Knowledge of Radiology Information System (RIS) and HIS preferred.

Other duties and responsibilities

Wear appropriate radiation monitoring devices during radiation exposures according to safety standards. Must be able to produce high quality diagnostic and research imaging with little supervision.

Must provide patient care, perform instrumentation and quality control, possess knowledge of radiation safety

Must be able to function effectively in a team-oriented environment. Must be able to perform injection procedures.

Operating knowledge of personal computers and medical charting systems. Capable of a flexible work schedule.

Must be able to interact with patients, University personnel and customers in a responsible, professional and ethical manner.

Must be flexible, reliable and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative.

Responsible for the following and adhering to Joint Commission Quality Standards which includes, but is not limited to: CPR, immunizations, training, and Infection Control.