PET CT Technologist PRN Premium

Job description

The PET/CT Technologist prepares and administers high energy short acting radioisotopes to patients in preparation for diagnostic procedures. The technologist prepares and positions patients for scanning and operates PET scanner, Dose calibrators, radiation detectors, and radiopharmaceutical tracking software. The technologist is responsible for performing radiation safety and quality control procedures, disposal of radioactive materials, and monitoring the work area, and patient rooms to ensure that the levels of radioactive materials are in accordance with NRC regulations. May be required to work in other modalities with appropriate licensure. Job Function: Experience: Three years' experience in Nuclear Medicine One year experience in PET Education: Graduate of an AMA accredited school for Nuclear Medicine Technology Training: With no prior experience, the tech must complete one year of training exclusively in PET and complete all required PET competencies. Licensure: ARRT and/or NMTCB licensed and current state license in Nuclear Medicine. BLS Certification - TECHNICAL TASKS - Exhibits working knowledge of the Positron emission tomography (PET) scanner, dose calibrator, radiatio...