Nuclear Med PET Tech

Nuclear Med PET Tech   Work with great people and the best equipment in the industry.                  

The Nuclear Med/ PET Technologist performs Nuclear Med/PET imaging under the direction of the Chief/ Lead Technologist, Technical Director and/ or Radiologist. May perform other job-related duties as necessary for efficient operation. Must be in good standing with A.R.R.T/ CNMT. May be required to cover or rotate to any facility or changing shift, must be available for OT if needed due to patient needs/demands. Could assist vendors during their site visits in the normal course of a shift. May perform other job related duties as necessary for the efficient operation of our medical clinic. 

MINIMUM SKILLS, ABILITY AND REQUIREMENTS:

·A.S. or B.S. degree with major in Radiological Technology. 
Must be a registered technologist and in good standing with A.R.R.T. and or CNMT. 

     Maintain recertification on an ongoing basis. Principle of modality specific and skills required as such.

·       A.R.R.T./ CNMT required with modality specific certification

·       A.R.R.T./ CNMT required with modality specific certification

·       Acquire and maintain all ACR certification. Ensure HR has most current certifications.

·       Annually sign then the Image Wisely and Image Gently certificates to HR for your employee file.

·       Maintain Nevada State licensure.

   ·    DOT air and land shipping and handling experience training.

·       Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient.

·       Thorough knowledge of basic principles of specific modality.

·       Thorough knowledge and skill with Kodak Lazer.

·       Demonstrate knowledge and compliance of patient rights including the patient confidentiality.  Respects patient privacy.

·       Submit documentation of required current licensure and/or certification in a timely manner.

·       Required to maintain the Film Processor’s Fixer and Developer Solutions. Required to know the hazards involved in using all Caustic            Solutions related to their job duties. Should know where all Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are located and how to use them.      

·       Know how to correctly review and fill out consent forms.  Know importance of inquiring about patient allergies.

·       Know types of contrast to use for patients that do not meet normal criteria.

·       Know signs/symptoms and protocol of contrast reactions.

·       Know how to adjust window to get a diagnostic image.

·       Know how to emotionally support and explain procedure to patients.

·       Know fire and evacuation plans for the Radiology Department including the location of the closest fire alarms and fire extinguishers.

·       Know about electrical safety.

·       Comply with universal precaution standards.

·       Skill in organizing time to accommodate changes in workload and assignments in order to complete tasks in a timely manner.

·       Skill to pay attention to details and accuracy in completing tasks.

·       Responds positively to changes in assignments and priorities.

·       Works as an effective team member with co-workers and other personnel.

·       Communicates effectively when follow up is needed.

·       Able to identify hazardous material in immediate work area.

·       Know and follows safety and evacuation guidelines, policies and procedures.

·       Willingly participates in cross-training activities within the department in for own professional growth

·       Assumes responsibility for updating knowledge of department policies and procedures, protocol and practices.

·       Demonstrates punctuality by reporting to work on time/satisfactory attendance record. 

Please apply asap so we can schedule interview right away!  

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