PET Technologist

About the Role

Joining AdventHealth means being part of a community that believes in the wholeness of each person and serves to uplift others in body, mind, and spirit. This role is an opportunity to thrive professionally and grow spiritually by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. You will be valued for your unique experiences and contribute to our purpose-minded team.

Responsibilities

• Performs Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT Imaging studies.
• Handles, administers, calculates dosage, and prepares Radionuclides as required.
• Maintains records in accordance with departmental policy, procedures, and state requirements.
• Positions patient and equipment, changes collimators, selects technical factors, and processes data to produce images meeting Radiologist standards in a safe and timely manner.
• Processes images with correct patient demographic and examination information, submitting images with adequate clinical information for review by Radiologist.
• Acts as Radiation Safety Officer and assists in disaster or other emergencies dealing with possible radioactive material contamination.
• Performs daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly surveys, quality assurance testing, and calibrations as required by state regulations.
• Uses Syncor computer to maintain radioactive material records, quality assurance records, and disposal records as required by department policy and state regulations.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR) and PACS systems.
• Performs basic patient care, including monitoring patient condition, caring for patient comfort, safety, and privacy.
• Assists in Radiology department as needed and markets PET/CT services to local area provider referral base.
• Performs basic equipment maintenance and coordinates service calls as required.

Requirements

• Must be able to move, operate, and properly use all Nuclear Medicine equipment and cameras, including computers, collimators, color printers, survey meters, dose calibrators, dose management computer system, Cerner HIS system, and Agfa PACS system.
• Must be able to independently perform Nuclear Medicine procedures to Radiologists’ and Cardiologists’ standards.
• Must be able to use computer systems for data entry and retrieval.
• Patient care and communication skills to deal with patients from infant through geriatric age groups.
• Basic clerical skills as needed for record keeping and documentation.
• Mature judgment is frequently required in dealing with patients, public, physicians, and co-workers.
• Must be able to adjust workload as needed due to emergency studies scheduled.
• Calm, careful behavior is necessary when dealing with situations such as critically ill patients or in the event of a “code” or other emergency.
• Any significant change in patient condition requires accurate judgment with appropriate actions.
• Must be able to act properly in case of radioactive material contamination, emergency, or disaster.
• Technologist must be able to exercise independent judgment in assessment of exam quality, patient conditions, and need for repeat images or variance from routine.
• Must be able to assess and maintain workflow in Nuclear Medicine.
• Must use proper judgment regarding the need for communication regarding patient care, workflow, or other issues.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equivalent [Required]
• Associates [Preferred]
• 1+ years experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) [Required]
• OR Registered Technologist in Nuclear Medicine Technology RT(N)(ARRT) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board - NMTCB(PET) [Preferred]
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Computed Tomography RT(CT)(ARRT) [Preferred]
• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board - NBTCB(CT) [Preferred]

Benefits

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full-time, Day shift (United States of America), Mon-Fri 9-5:30, Sunday Call once every 4th weekend

Pay

$30.58 - $56.87

Location: 100 HOSPITAL DR, HENDERSONVILLE, North Carolina 28792