PET-CT Technologist

The Positron Emission Tomography-Computed Tomography Technologist is responsible for utilizing positron-emitting and gamma-emitting radioactive materials for diagnostic imaging purposes, PET instrumentation may be combined with CT to generate attenuation correction for PET and to produce three-dimensional images with or without contrast to enhance the evaluation of physiological processes at a molecular level. Also responsible for the use of sealed and unsealed radioactive materials for diagnostic imaging purposes.

Job Relationships

Reports to the Advanced Imaging Operations Manager

Principal Responsibilities

Order, measure, administer, record, store and dispose of radioisotopes.

Participate in departmental inspections conducted by various licensing, regulatory and accrediting agencies.

Operate PET and SPECT imaging systems with or without sealed sources of radioactive materials, x-ray tubes and diagnostic CT.

Recognize emergency patient conditions and initiate life-saving first aid when appropriate.

Properly identify, prepare, calculate, document, and administer adjunctive medications used during PET procedures.

Perform all procedures and quality assurance testing by utilizing ionizing radiation safely and effectively in accordance with federal and state regulations and institutional policies.

Recognize and respond to adverse reactions to contrast material.

Perform decontamination procedures in accordance with federal and state regulations if necessary.

Document lab procedures by utilizing non-imaging instrumentation of dose calibrators, survey instruments, probes, and wells.

Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.

Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.

Provide excellent customer service and adhere to SC Way customer service philosophy.

Perform other job duties as assigned.

Education / Experience

Must be a graduate of an accredited program.

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in PET-CT and SPECT imaging.

Licenses / Certificates

Possess and maintain active licensure with the IL Emergency Management Agency (IEMA).

Possess and maintain current PET-CT registration with the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).

certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficient in venipuncture.

Must possess manual dexterity to use a keyboard and handle equipment.

Must be able to walk and / or stand for long periods.

Capable of pushing, pulling, stooping, bending and lifting.

Working Environment

Molecular Imaging Department clinical setting.

PHI / Privacy Level

HIPAA2