PET/CT Technologist FT Days

St. Luke's University Health Network • Bethlehem, PA

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About The Position

The PET/CT Technologist operates Positron Emission Tomography/Computerized Tomography equipment to produce images and measure concentrations of radioactive isotopes in specific body areas, providing information physicians use to diagnose and treat illnesses. The technologist orders, measures, and administers radiopharmaceuticals and performs complex PET/CT imaging procedures, with primary responsibility for completing diagnostic studies.

The role includes scheduling patients, ordering and receiving radionuclides, educating patients about procedures, and maintaining equipment, the hot lab, and waste disposal areas in accordance with applicable protocols and regulations. The technologist monitors patient safety and comfort during scans and follows radiation-safety procedures, including responding to radioactive-material accidents or spills.

Requirements

• Graduate of an ARRT-, JRCNMT-, or CAMRT-recognized bachelor's degree education program, or certified by the ARRT and/or NMTCB, or certification/registry eligible.
• Pass the registry within one year of hire if not already registered.
• Mandatory competency in clinical experience and didactic training under the supervision of an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to meet the described physical and sensory requirements, including walking for up to seven hours per day; frequent hand use, lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, and reaching; and required vision and hearing capabilities.

Nice To Haves

• Four or more years of clinical nuclear medicine experience preferred.
• PET certification is optional.

Responsibilities

• Follow PET/CT policies and procedures, St. Luke’s protocols, and applicable state and federal Nuclear Medicine regulations, including NUREG 1556.
• Schedule patients; order and receive radionuclides; and educate patients regarding procedures.
• Perform equipment quality control as it pertains to ACR requirements.
• Perform venipuncture with radioactive liquids, administer isotope dosages, and record administered dosages according to departmental procedures.
• Direct and assist with cleanup of accidents or spills involving radioactive materials; notify the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) and document spill reports.
• Maintain the hot lab and waste disposal areas in accordance with NRC and Pennsylvania state regulations and radiation-safety techniques.
• Demonstrate competency in the RIS/HIS/PHS modules relevant to the role.
• Perform complex PET/CT imaging procedures and complete diagnostic studies.
• Start the scanner to image designated anatomical areas; communicate with patients over the intercom and observe them to monitor safety and comfort.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time