Job Summary:
In keeping with Shields Health Care commitment to excellence, the PET technologist will provide a professional, caring atmosphere to all customer groups, while maintaining a fast-paced, multi-tasked oriented clinical environment. Melrose, Tufts, Framingham, Dedham, Attleboro
Job Description:
What you will do:
· Follow all Shields Health Care Group policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety at all times.
· Follow rules and regulations established by the NRC, state regulatory agencies, and JCAHO.
· Inform the patient of all aspects of their exam to their level of understanding.
· Operate PET equipment to produce images and measure concentrations of Radioactive Isotopes in specific body areas and body products.
· Performs all hot lab responsibilities.
· Ensure patient is cleared of all contraindications and hazards.
· Accurately position the patient and ensure their comfort.
· Maintain visual and verbal contact with the patient during the exam.
· Complete all forms pertaining to patient’s exam.
· Record patient data to Tech Data Entry program.
· Provide and issue films when appropriate.
· Forward PET related data to Radiologist upon completion of exam.
· Refilm cases as time allows
· Assist clerical staff as circumstances arise.
· Clean and re-supply equipment and rooms as needed.
Required Qualifications
What you need:
· Must possess a state license for the state(s) in which he/she is employed to work
· Must be certified in CPR
· Must be registered by the ARRT and/or NMTCB.
· A minimum of one-year prior nuclear medicine experience is required. Excellent interpersonal skills are required. Must be proficient in starting IVs.
· Must be able to sit and utilize a computer for extended periods of time. Must be able to assist patients with mobility difficulties. Must be able to push, pull, and lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds.
Additional Job Description:
Shields Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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