PET Nuclear Technologist

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute•Bradenton, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

PET Nuclear Medicine Technologists care for patients while operating equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic medical images for interpretation at a level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Responsibility includes EMR/PACS navigation, general patient care, positioning patients, providing procedure information, and executing proper imaging protocol/technique for all PET examinations. Complies with ALARA and all regulatory requirements for safe and appropriate patient care.

Requirements

Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology required.
Satisfactory Completed formal Nuclear Medicine Technology training in an AMA-approved school preferred.
Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or ARRT(N) registered or registry eligible required
Registry-eligible graduates must obtain certification within one year of hire.
ARRT (CT) or NMTCB (CT) must be obtained within two years of hire.
BLS Certification (Required)

Nice To Haves

Experience in Nuclear Medicine preferred
Experience with PET/CT Oncology imaging preferred

Responsibilities

Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation intravenously to detect or treat diseases using radioisotope equipment under the direction of a physician
Calculate, measure, and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used, and disposed of using a computer following the physician's prescription.
Detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patients' bodies using a camera to produce photographic or computer images.
Gather information on patients' illnesses and medical history to guide the choice of diagnostic procedures for therapy.
Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures.
Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment.
Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients and assist them during test procedures.
Produce a computer-generated or film image for interpretation by a physician.
Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment.
Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment or cameras.
Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures.
Maintains a clean work environment.
Maintains technical competency through continued education and participation in company-sponsored training programs.