PET / Nuc Med Technologist

Job Details

Under the direction of a radiologist, the PET/Nuc Med Technologist performs Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT procedures in accordance with approved protocols and NRC/PA DEP standards. Responsible for the preparation and administration of radiopharmaceuticals, and the operation of all nuclear medicine and PET imaging equipment.

Job Description

Summary
Under the direction of a radiologist, the PET/Nuc Med Technologist performs Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT procedures in accordance with approved protocols and NRC/PA DEP standards. Responsible for the preparation and administration of radiopharmaceuticals, and the operation of all nuclear medicine and PET imaging equipment.

Job Duties

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.(Do not delete, move or over-write this statement)
• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including routine nuclear medicine studies, nuclear cardiology and PET/CT oncology, neurology and cardiology procedures.
• Operates nuclear medicine and PET/CT equipment using proper techniques and patient positioning to produce high quality images.
• Prepares, measures, administers, and records radioactive materials according to departmental policies and NRC and state regulations.
• Demonstrates competency in IV placement and securement, and extravasation handling.
• Conducts quality control testing on all nuclear medicine equipment. Evaluates the performance of equipment according to the manufacturer’s guidelines and specifications and calls service when needed.
• Documents receipt, storage, administration, and disposal of all radioactive materials in computer information system. Stores and maintains materials according to radiation safety guidelines, and disposes of materials after they have decayed to a level considered to be environmentally safe.
• Utilizes effective radiation safety practices to minimize radiation exposure to patients and personnel.
• Maintains patient care quality standards as it relates to the care provided to all age groups of patients ranging from newborn to elderly.
• Maintains technical competency through continued education as required for certifications and licenses.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED Completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Program required
• Knowledge of RIS
• Knowledge of PACS
• RT - Registered Technologist Radiology - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• CNMT - Certified Nuclear Medical Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board
• BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association

Additional Qualifications

• Covers all shifts and locations on a rotational basis. On call coverage required according to department need.

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Jefferson Health Northeast

Primary Location Address

10800 Knights Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.    

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educa­tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. 

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

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