Nuclear Med​/PET Technologist

Overview

Base pay range: $40.00/hr - $60.00/hr this opening requires travel between multiple sites as listed below.

Baystate:
Sunday 7am-5:30pm and Mondays 10:30am – 9pm;
Cooley/Baystate:
Thursday 9am-7:30am;
Berkshire:
Friday, 9:30am-8:00pm.

• Follow all Shields Health Care Group policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety at all times.
• Follow rules and regulations established by the NRC, state regulatory agencies, and JCAHO.
• Inform the patient of all aspects of their exam to their level of understanding.
• Operate PET equipment to produce images and measure concentrations of radioactive isotopes in specific body areas and body products.
• Perform all hot lab responsibilities.
• Ensure patient is cleared of all contraindications and hazards.
• Accurately position the patient and ensure their comfort.
• Maintain visual and verbal contact with the patient during the exam.
• Complete all forms pertaining to the patient’s exam.
• Record patient data to the Tech Data Entry program.
• Provide and issue films when appropriate.
• Forward PET related data to the Radiologist upon completion of the exam.
• Refilm cases as time allows.
• Assist clerical staff as circumstances arise.
• Clean and re-supply equipment and rooms as needed.

• Must possess a state license for the state(s) in which they are employed to work.
• Must be certified in CPR.
• Must be registered by the ARRT and/or NMTCB.
• A minimum of one year of prior nuclear medicine experience is required. Excellent interpersonal skills are required. Must be proficient in starting IVs.
• Must be able to sit and utilize a computer for extended periods. Must be able to assist patients with mobility difficulties. Must be able to push, pull, and lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds.

Pay range for this position is $40 - $60/hr plus benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

It is not intended that this Job Description include all details of the work functions of this position. The incumbent will perform work of a lower or equivalent classification as required or directed, and work of higher classification for training and development purposes or as situationally warranted.

Shields Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.