PET/CT Technologist

PET/CT Technologist 
 
 

Provides radiologic care to patients for diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders. Operates PET/CT scanner unit to perform clinical diagnostic procedures as directed. 

Key Results Area 

• Performs venipuncture as required for exam 

• Prepare the patient for the exam by administering precise amounts of radionuclides 

• Performs a series of exposures as appropriate, by selecting proper protocols from the machine 

• Prepares patient for exam by completing all questionnaires and other necessary documentation 

• Educate the patient and family on the procedure to be performed. Checks prep and maintains patient exam, and history and completes exams in EMR 

• Survey all incoming shipments containing radioactive material 

• Measures all doses prescribed for patients in a dose calibrator 

• Always use proper safety precautions when working with radioactive material 

• Performs QA on all equipment and measuring devices 

• Strict adherence to all NRC regulations with record-keeping 

• Maintains exact records for receipt and return of all radionuclides 

• Order all diagnostic radionuclides with proper approval 

• Uses PACS for imaging/exam storage and the RIS 

• Maintains and rotates supplies in assigned workstations and demonstrates cost-efficient use of departmental resources 

• Functions as a preceptor to orient new employees 

• Meets all departmental-specific competencies 

• Adheres to medical center policies addressing infection control, safety, and personnel guidelines 

• Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance with the medical center code of conduct and applicable corporate policies and procedures 

• Maintains patient confidentiality and treats patients and families with respect and dignity 

• Performs any other duties as assigned or requested 
   

Required Skills 

• Ability to operate Radiology equipment required. Perform indicated procedures as required by the Radiologist and ordering physician following established protocols 

• Graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology/Nuclear Medicine Program 

• ARRT Certification or NMTCB 

• Kentucky State License 

• ARRT radiologic technologist with a current KY state license in nuclear medicine is acceptable 

• Current BLS certification required. 

• Current with continuing education hours 

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