Shields Health Solutions
Location (2)
Lewiston, Maine
Salary
$48 - $65 / HOUR
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The Lead PET Technologist is responsible for operating PET equipment to generate images, measuring radioactive isotope concentrations, and performing all associated hot lab duties while strictly adhering to safety protocols and regulatory requirements. This role also involves patient interaction, ensuring comfort and understanding of the exam, completing necessary documentation, and forwarding data to the Radiologist.
Candidates must possess state licensure for employment, be certified in CPR, and be registered by ARRT and/or NMTCB, along with a minimum of one year of prior nuclear medicine experience. Essential skills include excellent interpersonal abilities, proficiency in starting IVs, and the physical capacity to assist patients and handle equipment weighing up to twenty-five pounds.
What you will do Follow all Shields Health Care Group policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety at all times. Follow rules and regulations established by the NRC, state regulatory agencies, and JCAHO. Inform the patient of all aspects of their exam to their level of understanding. Operate PET equipment to produce images and measure concentrations of Radioactive Isotopes in specific body areas and body products. Performs all hot lab responsibilities. Ensure patient is cleared of all contraindications and hazards. Accurately position the patient and ensure their comfort. Maintain visual and verbal contact with the patient during the exam. Complete all forms pertaining to patient’s exam. Record patient data to Tech Data Entry program. Provide and issue films when appropriate. Forward PET related data to Radiologist upon completion of exam. Refilm cases as time allows Assist clerical staff as circumstances arise. Clean and re-supply equipment and rooms as needed. Required Qualifications What you need: Must possess a state license for the state(s) in which he/she is employed to work Must be certified in CPR Must be registered by the ARRT and/or NMTCB. A minimum of one-year prior nuclear medicine experience is required. Excellent interpersonal skills are required. Must be proficient in starting IVs. Must be able to sit and utilize a computer for extended periods of time. Must be able to assist patients with mobility difficulties. Must be able to push, pull, and lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds. Additional Job Description: Pay range for this position is $48 - $65/hr + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors. It is not intended that this Job Description include all details of the work functions of this position. The incumbent will perform work of a lower or equivalent classification as required or directed, and work of higher classification for training and development purposes or as situationally warranted. #IND-PET Shields Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Shields Health is an independent, Massachusetts-based leader in healthcare services, known for blending exceptional patient care with cutting-edge technology. With over 50 years of proven success, we’re proud to be one of the most sought-after names in the industry. At Shields, we don’t just deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging – we foster a culture of belonging and inclusivity, where every individual is valued. We offer unmatched career growth, a collaborative and supportive work environment, and exciting opportunities to learn, innovate, and thrive together. Our employees take enormous pride in delivering the best quality services with enthusiasm, commitment, and compassion. Ours is a family-owned and operated business, committed to playing a leading role in the continued advancement of medical imaging, but grounded in the same family values of caring and support – which we practice internally as well as with our patients.
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