PET Ct Tech

Yale New Haven Health•New Haven, CT

About The Position

The PET/CT Technologist performs technical and professional duties under the supervision of the Nuclear Medicine Manager and/or Chief Technologist. Using advanced imaging equipment, the technologist produces high-quality diagnostic images for physician interpretation, performs General Nuclear Medicine and PET imaging studies, and applies technical expertise and knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy to carry out CT protocols. The role promotes service excellence in interactions with patients and colleagues and serves as a PET/CT subject matter expert, independently troubleshooting and resolving imaging-related challenges. The position is part-time at 24 hours per week, working a day/evening shift, and is benefits eligible. It offers work with advanced PET/CT technology in a collaborative clinical environment.

Requirements

Graduate of an AMA-approved Nuclear Medicine Technology and Radiological Technology program.
Associate degree required.
One to two years of Nuclear Medicine experience required.
Demonstrated technical proficiency meeting entry-level standards in routine CT imaging.
NMTCB certification, or ARRT (N) certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology, or ARRT (R) certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Connecticut State License required.
Current CPR certification required.
Advanced knowledge of radiopharmaceuticals, nuclear medicine equipment, nuclear medicine imaging procedures, and computer acquisition and image processing techniques.
Proficiency in routine CT imaging and knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
Familiarity with PACS and imaging software systems.
Strong organizational skills.
Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
Ability to work independently and effectively solve technical and operational challenges.
Ability to lift and assist with transferring patients, including lifting up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform PET/CT imaging procedures using appropriate age-specific standards to obtain diagnostic information for referring physicians.
Perform General Nuclear Medicine and PET imaging studies, applying knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy to execute CT protocols efficiently and accurately.
Receive, prepare, administer, and store radionuclides and radiopharmaceuticals.
Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Obtain radionuclides through generator elution systems or bulk shipments while maintaining sterile technique and proper shielding.
Verify radioactive materials for leakage and activity according to departmental and radiation safety standards.
Conduct quality control procedures on gamma cameras, PET/CT equipment, computers, dose calibrators, well counters, and related imaging systems.
Perform daily, weekly, and monthly quality assurance testing, including uniformity checks, linearity assessments, center of rotation testing, and other required instrumentation evaluations.
Ensure imaging equipment functions properly and meets departmental standards.
Follow departmental, state, and federal regulations for handling radioactive materials and apply ALARA principles to minimize radiation exposure.
Use appropriate shielding devices, including syringe shields and lead carrying cases.
Complete assigned responsibilities efficiently to support departmental goals and workflow.
Schedule patients using the Imagecast computer system and monitor patient arrivals and procedure completion status accurately.
Demonstrate professionalism and teamwork and support coworkers and departmental operations.
Create a positive patient experience through professional, compassionate interactions; introduce yourself and explain your role and procedures.
Encourage patient and family engagement by answering questions and addressing concerns.
Assess and address patient comfort needs before procedures and provide follow-up communication and support after exams.
Support departmental patient satisfaction goals and performance standards measured through Press Ganey survey metrics.
Lift and assist with transferring patients, including lifting up to 40 pounds.