PET CT or MR Technologist

Indiana University Health System • Indianapolis, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a physician, operation manager and with supervision of CT or MR, and Nuclear Medicine section team leaders, performs diagnostic studies utilizing radiopharmaceuticals and operation of PET/CT or PET/MR equipment for image acquisition and radiopharmaceutical distribution through organs, body functions and analyze biologic specimens. Performs diagnostic CT or MR and fusion of PET/CT or PET/MR images for physician interpretation. Treats patients with care and respect. We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Requirements

• 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
• Ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning.
• Active status through one of the following: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: Registered Technologist - Nuclear Medicine, RT (NM); or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB): CNMT.
• Advanced certification in Computed Tomography (CT) through the American Registry of Radiology Technology (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board, (NMTCB) within 18 months of hire, if working in PET CT.
• Advanced certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: Registered Technologist - Magnetic Resonance, RT(MR); or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) within 18 months of hire, if working in PET MR.
• Experience as a technologist working in Nuclear Medicine and as a registered CT or MR technologist, as appropriate per modality.
• Current Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) license as Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• Knowledge of PACS/RIS for training and problem resolution.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, mathematics, chemistry, physics, biology, radiation safety, clinical nuclear instrumentation, computer operation and laboratory techniques.
• Excellent working knowledge of PET and CT or MR procedures, as appropriate per modality; the appropriate imaging protocols to be followed and in-vivo procedures.
• Strong understanding of the handling of radiopharmaceuticals during the receipt, storage, administration, and disposal process.
• Excellent working knowledge of imaging equipment and proper quality control criteria for each type of instrument being used.
• Knowledge of proper laboratory procedures and a strong understanding of all hospital, state and federal policies and regulations regarding the handling of radioactive materials, hazardous chemicals, and body fluids.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic studies utilizing radiopharmaceuticals and operation of PET/CT or PET/MR equipment for image acquisition and radiopharmaceutical distribution through organs, body functions and analyze biologic specimens.
• Performs diagnostic CT or MR and fusion of PET/CT or PET/MR images for physician interpretation.
• Treats patients with care and respect.
• Maneuvers equipment and improvises positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning.
• Handles radiopharmaceuticals during receipt, storage, administration, and disposal.
• Performs proper laboratory procedures.
• Adheres to all hospital, state and federal policies and regulations regarding the handling of radioactive materials, hazardous chemicals, and body fluids.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed