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1000 Owensboro Health, Inc.

PET Technologist

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What they do

A Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs procedures that use radioactive materials to diagnose and treat illnesses. Works under the supervision of a physician, including physicians that specialize in nuclear medicine, in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.

$82,518 / year median in Kentucky

+18% projected growth

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Job Description

Weekend Requirements:
N/A |
Work Hours:
7:00am
  • 4:30pm |
Status:
Per Diem/PRN
  • 0.
0 FTE (less than 40 hours per pay period) |
Entity:
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital |
Department:
Nuclear Medicine Job Summary:
Provides imaging, therapeutic, and patient care services at defined levels to patients.
Job Responsibilities:
Implements radiation protection and safety standards. Applies as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) principle to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others. Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical factors accurately. Orders, prepares, administers, and disposes of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols. Maintains a quality assurance program according to regulations established by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
Skills and Attributes:
Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment. Works under direct supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Applies more advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.
Position Requirements:
Work Experience No experience required Education Diploma, Associate's degree or higher in Science or related field required upon hire Licensure/Certification/Registration CNMT
  • Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist required upon hire OR RT(N)
  • Certified as a Registered Technologist in Nuclear Medicine Technology required upon hire AND PET
  • Positron Emission Technology Certification required within 24 months of employment in this position AND BLS
  • Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position
Organizational Responsibilities:
Supports Owensboro Health's Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.
Additional Job Information:
This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description. The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.
Standard ADA Settings:
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.
Physical Demands:
(Clinical-Office/Clinic)
Standing:
Frequently Walking:
Frequently Sitting:
Occasionally Lifting 0-25 lbs.: Rarely Lifting 25-75 lbs.: Rarely Lifting over 75 lbs.: Rarely Carrying 0-25 lbs.: Rarely Carrying 25-75 lbs.: Rarely Carrying over 75 lbs.: Rarely Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: Frequently Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: Occasionally Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.:
Occasionally Climbing:
Occasionally Bending/Stooping:
Frequently Kneeling:
Occasionally Crouching/Crawling:
Occasionally Reaching:
Frequently Talking:
Frequently Hearing:
Frequently Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements:
Rarely Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements:
Frequently Keyboard Data Entry:
Frequently Running:
Rarely Vision:
Depth Perception:
Frequently Vision:
Distinguish Color:
Frequently Vision:
Seeing Far:
Frequently Vision:
Seeing Near:
Frequently Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure:
Risk Level:
High-Risk Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY
  • We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers. RESPECT
  • We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK
  • We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION
  • We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health. SERVICE
  • We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE
  • We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.