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About this PET Technologist role at AdventHealth

AdventHealth · Onsite · ADVENTHEALTH HENDERSONVILLE

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

  • Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

  • Paid Time Off from Day One

  • 403-B Retirement Plan

  • 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

  • Career Development

  • Whole Person Well-being Resources

  • Mental Health Resources and Support

  • Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

100 HOSPITAL DR

City:

HENDERSONVILLE

State:

North Carolina

Postal Code:

28792

Job Description:

  • SHIFT: Mon-Fri 9-5:30 Sunday Call once every 4th weekend
  • Performs Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT Imaging studies. Handles, administers, calculates dosage, and prepares Radionuclides as required.
  • Maintains records in accordance with departmental policy and procedures as well as state requirements.
  • Positions patient and equipment, changes collimators, selects technical factors, and processes data to produce images meeting Radiologist standards in a safe and timely manner.
  • Processes images with correct patient demographic and examination information, submitting images with adequate clinical information for review by Radiologist.
  • Acts as Radiation Safety Officer and assists in disaster or other emergencies dealing with possible radioactive material contamination.
  • Performs daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly surveys, quality assurance testing, and calibrations as required by state regulations.
  • Uses Syncor computer to maintain radioactive material records, quality assurance records, and disposal records as required by department policy and state regulations.
  • Maintains accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR) and PACS systems.
  • Performs basic patient care, including monitoring patient condition, caring for patient comfort, safety, and privacy.
  • Assists in Radiology department as needed and markets PET/CT services to local area provider referral base.
  • Performs basic equipment maintenance and coordinates service calls as required. 
  • Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Must be able to move, operate and properly use all Nuclear Medicine equipment and camera’s including computers, collimators, color printers, survey meters, dose calibrators, dose management computer system, Cerner HIS system and Agfa PACS system. [Required]
  • Must be able to independently perform Nuclear Medicine procedures to Radiologists’ and Cardiologists’ standards. [Required]
  • Must be able to use computer system for data entry and retrieval. [Required]
  • Patient care and communication skills to deal with patients from infant through geriatric age groups. [Required]
  • Basic clerical skills as needed for record keeping and documentation [Required]
  • Mature judgment is frequently required in dealing with patients, public, physicians and co-workers. [Required]
  • Must be able to adjust workload as needed due to emergency studies scheduled. [Required]
  • Calm careful behavior is necessary when dealing with situations such as critically ill patients or in the event of a “code” or other emergency. [Required]
  • Any significant change in patient condition required accurate judgment with appropriate actions. [Required]
  • Must be able to act properly in case of a radioactive Material contamination, emergency or disaster. [Required]
  • Technologist must be able to exercise independent judgment in assessment of exam quality, patient conditions and need for repeat images or variance from routine. [Required]
  • Must be able to assess and maintain workflow in Nuclear Medicine. [Required]
  • Must use proper judgment regarding need for communication regarding patient care, workflow or other issues [Required]


Education:

  • High School Grad or Equivalent [Required]
  • Associates [Preferred]

Field of Study:

  • N/A


Work Experience:

  • 1+ years experience [Preferred]


Additional Information:

  • Additional Licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.


Licenses and Certifications:

  • Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) [Required] OR Registered Technologist in Nuclear Medicine Technology RT(N)(ARRT) [Required]
  • Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
  • Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board - NMTCB(PET) {Preferred]
  •  American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Computed Tomography RT(CT)(ARRT) [Preferred]
  • Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board - NBTCB(CT) [Preferred]


Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)

Pay Range:

$30.58 - $56.87

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

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About AdventHealth

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.

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