Nuclear Medicine Technologist

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• Career Growth: Our technologists are highly skilled covering areas including general Nuclear Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, PET, PET/MR and Research.
• Work Life Balance: Full-time 8, 10 or 12 hour shift options.
• Commuting: 50% discount on MBTA passes.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance: Starts day 1.
• PTO: up to 30 days annually new hires including hospital holidays.
• Retirement: A hospital funded pension plus a 403(b) with company match.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

This position reports to the Unit Technical Manager/Operations Manager. Performs clinical and research diagnostic molecular imaging testing to include general, cardiac, and PET studies along with the computer interactions associated with these studies, in addition to supporting our Theranostics program. The technologist will be required to perform Computed Tomography and Magnetic resonance imaging as ordered in conjunction with SPECT/PET exams.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Screens for appropriate indications and contraindications. Communicates with provider(s) to facilitate diagnostic exam adjustments, as indicated.

* Explains the procedure, reassuring the patient and securing their full cooperation during testing.

* Safely prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals to patients and completes testing to include general, cardiac, and PET and research studies. In addition, the technologist will be required to perform Computed Tomography imaging (attenuation correction only and/or diagnostic) or possibly Magnetic Resonance (MR) as ordered in conjunction with SPECT/PET exams.

* Performs intra-venous peripheral catheter insertion as authorized by a Nuclear Medicine physician.

* Completes testing for both in and outpatients within various hospital locations.

* Acquires/processes/reconstructs images as appropriate. Labels patient images in accordance with ACR requirements. Archives patient data for storage. Retrieves appropriate patient studies for review and comparison with previous studies.

* Observes radiation safety techniques, including use of protective shielding and handling and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals. Takes appropriate precautions to minimize exposure to infectious, radioactive, or biohazard agents.

* Ensures that correct protocol, radiation dose, and contrast are administered to the patient for CT or MR scanning when ordered as such.

* Lifts, moves, transports, and positions patients for diagnostic studies.

* Follows Institutional/ Departmental guidelines for patient safety and patient care.

* Interfaces with appropriate computer systems related to the duties of the position. Systems include but are not limited to EPIC, Optility, PET Manager, Syngo, and E.soft.

* Alerts Unit Technical/Operations Manager regarding equipment problems, problems encountered during testing, etc.

* Assists in on-the-job training of new hires and students.

* On-call responsibilities as assigned.

* Elutes radionuclide generator systems, maintaining sterile technique.

* Follows area policies/guidelines to perform imaging studies of superior technical quality.

* Uses aseptic techniques to prepare radiopharmaceuticals from commercially available kits for administration in patient studies. Assures quality of radiopharmaceuticals, including calibration of equipment and testing, radionuclide purity checks, radiochemical purity testing, and radioassay of the patient dosage.

* Determines radiopharmaceutical to be utilized based upon established guidelines (protocols), consulting with AU physician when necessary. Calculates patient dosage when weight based.

* Follows USP <797/825> standards for sterile medication and radiopharmaceutical preparation.

* Follows the instructions of the Authorized User (AU) physician and authorized nuclear pharmacist for the preparation of radiopharmaceuticals and quality control testing.

* Responsible for administering radioisotopes and maintaining documentation according to research protocols.

* Advanced coordination between departments, staff, physicians, study PI, patient/subject, Core, and clinical services.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

* Technologists may be required to complete semi-annual aseptic testing to ensure sterility safety standards are followed (Media Fill & Finger Tip Testing).

* Adheres to protected health information (PHI) institutional polices.

* Accurately documents patient exam data throughout encounter.

* Calculation of statistical data.

* Computer analysis of image data.

* Imaging systems including SPECT, SPECT/CT, Planar, PET, PETCT, PETMR; radiation monitoring equipment; cardiac stress equipment; PET tracer infusion systems; contrast power injectors.

* Technologists will perform research studies, learning research scheduling, drug ordering and processing.

* Excellent, effective communication and organizational skills.

* Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served (all age groups) on assigned unit.

* Ability to foster and promote a positive image and a professional team environment.

* Comfortable working with animal and human research subjects

* Basic laboratory skills

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or REGISTRATIONS:

Required:

• Radiologic technologist (Nuclear Medicine) in the state of Massachusetts
• ARRT or NMTCB
• CT Certification required within one year of employment

EDUCATION:

* BS degree in NM Technology preferred or BS in unrelated field with a certificate in NM Technology preferred

EXPERIENCE:

* Preferred: 1-2 years of experience

WORKING CONDITIONS:

* Must be able to lift/carry up to 50lbs, be able to lift, position, push or transfer patients, have manual dexterity and mobility, be able to see clearly at 20 feet or more, be able to see clearly at 20 inches or less, be able to judge distance and space relationships, be able to see peripherally, and be able to distinguish and identify different colors.

* Works with and takes safety precautions while handling radioactive, chemical and biohazard materials.

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.