PET/CT Tech - Supplemental

Responsibilities

• Performs PET scan procedures to include injection of radiopharmaceutical, setup of protocol, reconstruction and development of images, coordination of image on report function and archiving of images.
• Affords assistance in procedure scheduling and related front office functions to ensure smooth workflow.
• Ensures accuracy of patient demographic information, report distribution and patient files.
• Affords assistance with collection of clinical data for patient follow-up and development of teaching and educational information.
• Performs CT and Simulation procedures as ordered achieving a high level of quality.
• Offers expertise to physicians regarding appropriateness of additional/modified studies, etc.
• Escorts patients to treatment room.
• Affords assistance with dressings as necessary.
• Completes all paperwork necessary to ensure timely delivery of PET, CT and Simulation services.
• Utilizes treatment accessories to accurately reproduce the radiation treatment.
• Constructs immobilization devices and employs custom construction techniques that are conducive to conformal Radiation Therapy.
• Provides protection for patients and self in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Ensures the safety and physical comfort of the patient while in technologists' care.
• Conducts daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly quality control measures to monitor machine and equipment performance.
• Reports all malfunctions and/or need for adjustments to the proper company or facility.
• Arranges preventive maintenance as recommended by vendors.
• Follows prescribed safety standards in operating equipment.
• Performs all other duties/responsibilities as necessary or assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications
• Formal Education, Certification/Licensure, and Prior Experience:
• To Perform This Job Successfully, An Individual Must Have an associate's degree in nuclear medicine technology from an accredited program.
• Three (3) years' experience in nuclear medicine and/or previous PET experience
• CNMT (Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist) or ARRT (N) certification state licensure where applicable