PET Tech Job Evansdale West Virginia USA,Healthcare

Location: Evansdale

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate of a Medical Imaging Program.
Must possess current or temporary Nuclear Medicine license as required by state board where services will be provided: MD:
Nuclear Medicine Technologist through Maryland Board of Physicians; OH:
Nuclear Medicine Technologist through Ohio Department of Health; PA:
No state license required; WV:
Nuclear Medicine Technologist or Nuclear Medicine Apprentice License through West Virginia Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board.
Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Board (NMTCB) as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist within six months of hire.
Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.
State criminal background check and Federal (if applicable), as required for regulated areas.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

Attends and participates in departmental meetings and activities to support progress improvement and team building.

Participates in planning and implementing change, maintaining and improving high quality, cost effective department operations.

Performs a full range of PET procedures to provide optimum information for the diagnosis and ultimate treatment of patients.

Plans and performs diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures to produce medical images and information for the diagnosis or treatment of patients meeting the quality standards of the department as identified through professional literature and department protocol, policy and procedure.

Maintains professional and technical competencies as required by the organization, the accreditation and licensing bodies (where applicable).

Minimizes radiation exposure to patients and staff in accordance with WVU Radiation Safety Department policy, procedure and guidelines as well as State, Federal, The Joint Commission and other applicable regulatory bodies.

Reports equipment failures immediately upon identification using identified communication mechanisms to ensure the performance of radiology services.

Assesses patients needs related to comfort, hygiene and range of motion and provides support accordingly.

Performs as a clinical and/or didactic instructor meeting the quality standards of the radiology education program(s) as identified through professional literature, department and radiology education program(s) protocol, policy and procedure.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Differentiate various shades of gray and color as depicted on a monitor or photograph.

Stand and walk for prolonged periods.

Lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds of weight.

Carry items of up to 20 pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Exposure to body fluids, human tissues, contagious diseases, sharps, and explosive gases.

Exposure to cleaning agents and disinfectants.

Exposure to high stress and constant interruptions.

Exposure to electrical current.

Exposure to high energy ionizing radiation.

Exposure to toxic gas, fumes, and odors.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to interact with patients, families and members of the Health Care team.

Ability to prioritize and deal with a variety of situations at any given time.

Proficient computer skills.

PET CLINICAL LADDER

The PET Clinical Ladder is a system-wide clinical advancement program to enhance professional development, provide a reward system for quality clinical performance, promote quality imaging care, and improve job satisfaction for respiratory therapists.

To apply for the next level, the PET Technologist must meet the requirements of their current level. They must also meet the required years of experience, degree, and certification to apply for the next level.

Level 1

No experience required.
All PET Technologists with less than 12 months of experience enter at Level one.

Level 2

Meets requirements for previous level.
One year of experience.
Complete competency of Skill Set Tech 1, plus additional skill sets.

Level 3

Meets requirements for previous levels.
One continuing education…


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