PET Tech, e/o Saturday

About the role

PET Tech – Every other Saturday 7am-5:30pm at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Dover, NH.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competence in the performance of duties and responsibilities related to the analysis of information.
  • Patient identification - Introduces self and properly confirms patient identification prior to the start of procedure.
  • Documentation/Patient History - Verifies and gathers all relevant information and paperwork for procedure and provides post procedure instructions (physician order, order requisition, pregnancy form as needed, written consent has been obtained).
  • Affirms factors that contradict procedure being performed (ie: written orders, reason for exam, medications, artifacts, lab results, allergies, etc.).
  • Compliant with department standards when performing Universal Protocol to include, but not limited to pre-procedure verification, documentation verification and Time Out.
  • Assesses images for diagnostic quality and makes modifications as necessary.
  • Provides post procedure instructions to patients; follows up with physician(s) when necessary, providing documentation for changes to treatment plan.
• Demonstrates competence in the performance of duties and responsibilities related to patient care and patient education.
  • Active Listening - attends closely to and attaches significance to a patients verbal and nonverbal communication.
  • Refers questions about diagnosis or treatment to the patient's physician.
  • Patient Comfort/Anxiety Reduction - determines the need for accessory equipment to maintain a high level of patient care and utilizes the Pain Scale when appropriate, provides reassurance, encouragement and emotional support.
  • Images patient using established Radiologists' protocol and Department guidelines.
  • Fulfills emergency procedures for radioactive material spills or radiation exposure occurrences.
  • Prepares procedure room with appropriate setup based on exam needs and department protocol.
  • Administers radiopharmaceutical agents according to regulatory and department guidelines.
• Demonstrates competence in the performance of duties and responsibilities related to compliance.
  • Follows the Code of Ethics and works within their professional scope of practice.
  • Follows established Joint Commission policies and procedures for National Patient Safety Goals.
  • Radiation Protection - follows federal and state guidelines to minimize radiation exposure levels to patients, public and staff (ALARA).
  • Ensures order requisitions are entered into RIS system, monitors correct ordering physician, history and diagnosis.
  • Participates in QC/QA/PI programs; submits report documentation within specified timeframe set by department standard.
  • Provides timely, accurate and complete documentation of near misses, occurrences and action plans.
• Demonstrates competence in the performance of duties and responsibilities related to infection control.
  • Maintains sterile field for procedures as required.
• Demonstrates competence in the performance of duties and responsibilities related to professional performance expectations.
  • Displays professional etiquette by demonstrating our core values toward coworkers, the public, and other health care providers.
  • Maintains personal work ethic, behaviors, and attitude; communicates openly and respectfully.
  • Proactively engages in conflict-resolution discussions.
  • Is adaptive to changes.
  • Offers or accepts assistance when appropriate, promotes a Teamwork approach.
  • Recognizes and takes advantage of opportunities for educational growth and improvement; maintains a personal portfolio of ongoing education professional certifications and professional activities.
  • Press Ganey - actively pursues improving customer services standards; demonstrates and contributes to the customization of Imaging Services practices.
  • Handles and resolves patient inquiries and complaints; obtains and evaluates all relevant information; directs requests and unresolved issues to the designated resource.
• Demonstrates competence in the performance of duties and responsibilities related to cost effectiveness and productivity.
  • Conserves, preserves and economizes where expendable resources are concerned (Examples; Supplies, overtime, and equipment).
  • Performs job functions in a timely manner with accuracy; utilizes Imaging Services department specific programs efficiently, and consistently produces output of sufficient volume.
  • Exhibits competencies in the performance of duties and responsibilities in Nuclear Medicine equipment management.
  • Exhibits competencies in Visage PACS, scans paperwork into PACS accurately.
  • Exhibits competencies in EPIC and Pyxis supply stations.
  • Familiar with Dose calibrator and Nuc Med Dual Head Camera.
  • Ability to perform routine Nuclear Medicine procedures.
  • Familiar with Wipe test counter, Thyroid probe, Navigator system probe, Syntrac computer/software, and Ludlum Survey Meter.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum Required - 1 year PET Tech or Nuc Med Tech Experience.
• Preferred/Desired - 2 years experience.
• Education: Minimum Required - AAS Approved training program in Nuclear Medicine.

Additional Job Details

• Additional Job Description: Remote Type - Onsite Work Location - 789 Central Avenue.
• Scheduled Weekly Hours - 10.
• Employee Type - Regular.
• Work Shift - Day (United States of America).
• Pay Range - $43.78 - $50.99/Hourly.
• Grade - 6.

EEO Statement

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.