What are the responsibilities and job description for the NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST - PET position at Radiology Associates of Ocala?
Job Description
Job Description
Radiology Associates leads the Eastern Central Florida area in patient care and medical imaging, providing our patients with the highest quality imaging services using state-of-the-art technology in a caring, comfortable, and professional setting. We understand that our employees are the key to creating an exceptional patient experience, in turn, fostering a positive and purposeful work environment.
When you become a part of Radiology Associates, you will be part of an elite team working in a facility awarded Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone looking for growth, stability, or just looking to join an exceptional team! We are dedicated to building a diverse community that recognizes employee contributions, where employees feel valued with a sense of belonging that appreciates different perspectives and ideas.
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES :
Responsible for performing Nuclear Medicine and PET / CT procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Coordinate and participate in a variety of technical procedures to include in vivo and in vitro studies; operate radiation detection and measurement instrumentation including stationary imaging devices, scintillation gamma, and apparatus for in vitro counting.
- Calibrate and draw up radiopharmaceutical materials for administration to patients; formulate radiopharmaceutical materials from pre-prepared kits.
- Calibrate instruments and review calibration data to detect trends indicating instrument malfunction. Calculate data, including results of patient studies and radioactive decay.
- Evaluate recorded images for technical quality.
- Process computerized image data, including function curves and reconstructed SPECT and PET / CT images.
- Provide care for the physical and psychological needs of patients of all ages during examinations.
- Maintain inventory of supplies in assigned area; prepare and maintain records concerning radiopharmaceutical receiving, dispensing, and disposal activities.
- Provide instruction and technical guidance to radiologic technology students or other advanced imaging techs; assist in training new employees.
- Request and coordinate all necessary patient information, including medical chart and charge slips for all exams.
- Perform quality assurance procedures on equipment, including daily / weekly surveys and wipe testing procedures.
- Monitor Nuclear Medicine Department with portable survey meter for possible contamination.
- Ensure compliance with radioactive materials licensure requirements.
- Demonstrate current competencies applicable to the job position.
EDUCATION :
Graduate of an AMA-approved school of nuclear medicine technology.
EXPERIENCE :
Minimum of one year in nuclear medicine preferred. Completion of 16 hours of training in PET / CT, as required by the State of Florida.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE :
Licensed by State of Florida and ARRT (N) or NMTCB (CNMT) certification. BLS Certification.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS :
ABILITIES :
PHYSICAL / MENTAL DEMANDS :
Requires full range of body motion. Must be able to lift / carry / move items weighing up to 50 pounds. Requires positioning of patients. Requires 20 / 20 correctable vision.
ENVIRONMENTAL / WORKING CONDITIONS :
Medical office, exam, and treatment rooms. Exposure to radiopharmaceuticals, communicable diseases, and other conditions common to radiology settings. Work location may vary between sites.
As an employee, you will enjoy :
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations, and ordinances.
We are a Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace.
This Organization Participates in E-Verify.
