PET Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute•Largo, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

PET Nuclear Medicine Technologists care for patients while operating equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic medical images for physician interpretation, with a level of independence that does not require constant supervision of technical details. The role includes navigating EMR/PACS, providing general patient care, positioning patients, explaining procedures, and applying the appropriate imaging protocols and techniques for PET examinations. The technologist complies with ALARA principles and regulatory requirements for safe and appropriate patient care. The position administers and handles radiopharmaceuticals, obtains and records dosage information, detects and maps radiopharmaceuticals in patients, performs imaging and equipment quality control, and maintains radioisotope and laboratory equipment. It also involves gathering relevant patient history, explaining test procedures and safety precautions, assisting patients during testing, and maintaining a clean work environment. Technologists maintain technical competency through continuing education and company-sponsored training. The role requires graduation from an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology, CNMT certification or ARRT(N) registration (or registry eligibility), and BLS certification. Registry-eligible graduates must obtain certification within one year of hire; ARRT (CT) or NMTCB (CT) certification must be obtained within two years of hire. Formal Nuclear Medicine Technology training at an AMA-approved school is preferred.

Requirements

Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology.
Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or ARRT(N) registered or registry eligible.
Registry-eligible graduates must obtain certification within one year of hire.
ARRT (CT) or NMTCB (CT) certification must be obtained within two years of hire.
BLS certification required.
Strong interpersonal skills, including effective verbal and written communication.
Time-management skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to collaborate across management levels, departments, and teams.
Ability to negotiate problems and explore solutions with physicians.
Analysis and critical-thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

Completed formal Nuclear Medicine Technology training in an AMA-approved school.
Experience in Nuclear Medicine.
Experience with PET/CT oncology imaging.

Responsibilities

Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation intravenously to detect or treat diseases using radioisotope equipment under a physician’s direction.
Calculate, measure, and record radiation dosages or radiopharmaceuticals received, used, and disposed of, using a computer and following the physician’s prescription.
Detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patients’ bodies using a camera to produce photographic or computer images.
Gather information about patients’ illnesses and medical histories to guide the selection of diagnostic procedures for therapy.
Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals according to radiation safety procedures.
Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment.
Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients and assist them during procedures.
Produce computer-generated or film images for physician interpretation.
Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment or cameras.
Maintain a clean work environment.
Maintain technical competency through continuing education and participation in company-sponsored training programs.
Navigate EMR/PACS, provide general patient care, position patients, and apply appropriate imaging protocols and techniques for PET examinations.
Comply with ALARA principles and regulatory requirements for safe and appropriate patient care.