DIC PET / CT Technologist

Job Description

Utilizes technology that merges radiopharmaceutical imaging technology with other forms for medical imaging technology for diagnostic purposes. Operates Nuclear Medicine, Positron Emission Tomography (PET / CT) and Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT / CT) equipment.

Job Responsibility

• Prepares patient for exam.
• Explains procedure to patient in easy-to-understand terms based on professional knowledge.
• Screens for pregnancy and ensures consent form for administration of IV contrast materials has been obtained.
• Sets up equipment appropriately to administer prescribed procedure in a timely fashion.
• Positions patient for scanning according to departmental standard operating procedures.
• Performs various exams using Nuclear Medicine, PET / CT and SPECT / CT equipment.
• Prepares radiopharmaceuticals according to activity and quantity required for prescribed exam.
• Dispenses prescribed radiopharmaceuticals to patient for oral ingestion or administers through venipuncture and intravenous injection. Utilizes appropriate flush technique for existing IV lines, as required.
• Disposes of radioactive waste and surveys exam area for radiation according to established protocols.
• Prepares images / films for clinical review and assignment to record.
• Labels films / images with accurate patient demographics and required exam specific information.
• Assesses films / images for quality and accuracy of information.
• Completes necessary paperwork and prepares films / images for Radiologist interpretation.
• Performs various quality control measures according to established policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Performs quality control procedures on prepared radiopharmaceutical kit / dose prior to patient administration.
• Performs regular quality control activities on dosing equipment.
• Maintains and monitors radioactive waste according to NYS regulations.
• Performs blood cell labeling according to protocols.
• Performs related duties as required.
• ADA Essential Functions

Job Qualification

The salary range and / or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and / or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).