PET/NUC Technologist

Interventional Cardiology Medical Group•Thousand Oaks, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a qualified and dependable Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform PET imaging in an outpatient medical setting. The technologist safely performs PET scans, prepares patients for procedures, administers radiopharmaceuticals as permitted by applicable regulations and licensure, operates imaging equipment, and produces high-quality diagnostic images for physician interpretation. Training begins in West Hills, with the position moving forward to Thousand Oaks. The role includes patient assessment and care, IV access, preparation and administration of medications under appropriate supervision, image acquisition and review, equipment quality control, radiation safety, and accurate documentation. The technologist works with physicians and other clinical staff in a cardiology setting and follows applicable compliance, safety, infection-control, HIPAA, and facility policies.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
Current Nuclear Medicine Technologist certification through NMTCB and/or ARRT (N), as required for the position.
Current state licensure or certification as required by applicable state law.
Current BLS/CPR certification.
California Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT).
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS).
Knowledge of radiation safety, radiopharmaceutical handling, patient positioning, imaging protocols, and quality-control procedures.
Ability to operate PET imaging equipment and related computer systems.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
Excellent communication and patient-care skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with physicians and clinical staff.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, assist patients with positioning and transfers, and lift, move, or assist patients and equipment as needed.
Ability to work around ionizing radiation while consistently following required radiation-safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

Previous PET imaging experience.
Cardiac PET imaging experience, especially cardiac PET myocardial perfusion imaging in an outpatient cardiology setting.
Experience with cardiac stress-testing protocols and working alongside physicians and clinical staff during cardiac diagnostic procedures.
One to three years of experience in an emergency-care or cardiac setting.
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiology Technology (JRCERT).
American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT.N).
Positron Emission Tomography (PET).
Computed Tomography (ARRT. CT).
Radiation Safety (NMTCB, (RS)).

Responsibilities

Perform PET imaging procedures according to physician orders and established protocols.
Prepare and position patients for PET scans, explain procedures, answer questions, and provide reassurance.
Conduct patient interviews and communicate clearly and compassionately with patients of all ages.
Assess patient blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and lungs, and establish peripheral IV access.
Prepare and administer pharmacological stress agents using accurate dose calculations and applicable practice guidelines and safety regulations.
Apply ACLS measures to patients when directed by the assigned physician.
Review Nuclear Medicine images for accuracy and technical quality, collaborate and communicate with physicians, and obtain additional images when necessary.
Prepare, handle, measure, witness, and administer radiopharmaceuticals and adjunctive medications in accordance with regulations, licensing requirements, facility policies, and direct physician supervision where applicable.
Operate PET imaging equipment and associated computer systems; perform imaging and therapeutic procedures, including computer processing and image enhancement.
Follow radiation-safety and ALARA principles when handling radioactive materials.
Monitor patients before, during, and after imaging procedures and recognize when additional medical attention is required.
Maintain accurate records of procedures, radiopharmaceutical doses, patient information, and other required documentation.
Perform quality-control procedures on imaging and radiation-detection equipment.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe imaging environment.
Follow infection-control, HIPAA, OSHA, radiation-safety, and facility policies and procedures.
Assist with maintaining appropriate inventory of radiopharmaceuticals and imaging supplies.
Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, medical assistants, front-office staff, and other healthcare team members.
Immediately report equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, adverse patient reactions, and other significant issues to the appropriate supervisor or physician.