Yale University · 3 months ago
Nuclear Med Tech
The Anlyan Center
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$31.05/hr - $31.05/hr
4+ years expYale University is committed to contributing to a better tomorrow and is seeking a Nuclear Med Tech to provide specialized technical support for PET and PET/CT imaging projects. The role involves patient care, administering radiopharmaceuticals, performing image reconstructions, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality control standards.
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Responsibilities
Correctly identify subject before any procedure begins and ensure informed consent has been obtained
Respond to and provide patient care when needed, including the insertion of venous access for radiopharmaceutical administration, when necessary
Ensure IV access remains patent for the duration of the study
Ensure that the correct dose of radioactivity and correct type of radiopharmaceutical is administered to study subjects; administer radiopharmaceuticals via appropriate route; properly dispose of any excess radioactive material post-subject administration; maintain accurate records of dispensation of radiopharmaceuticals
Collect and process blood samples obtained during procedure
Perform image reconstructions using appropriate settings; ensure this processing is performed in a timely manner
Ensure that images are properly entered into PET database
Perform data and image analysis using existing hardware and software systems; report analysis results to supervisor and/or other personnel
Perform daily calibration of PET cameras and ancillary [lab] equipment used for imaging, analysis of scan data, radiation detection and dose measurement
Perform phantom studies and analysis for QC and equipment testing
Monitor use of all PET imaging equipment, detect potential failures and trouble shoot or promptly notify appropriate personnel for repair
Provide information, data, and/or images to Pl, physicians, nurses, research assistants, etc. concerning testing techniques, procedures, and equipment operation
Follow proper radiation safety practices; ensure that PET and non-PET staff follow proper radiation safety practices while in the PET Center
Maintain QC and standards set by, but not limited to, regulatory agencies such as the NRC, FDA, RSC, RDRC, HIC, IACUC, etc. which provide guidelines as to the safe and appropriate use of radiopharmaceuticals and imaging equipment
Maintain general orderliness and cleanliness of the PET Center including the proper preparation and disposal of radioactive and biohazard waste
Maintain subject flow through the PET Center for maximum efficiency
Provide input and suggestions regarding study methods
Cross-train in other areas of the PET Center as needed
Order supplies, as needed, and keep supply levels at a point where studies do not suffer due to lack of materials
Performs specialized testing procedures appropriate to specialty in such areas as radiology, ophthalmology, and ultrasonography
Reviews patient’s chart, patient’s condition, and physician’s notes to plan and determine method of testing. Positions patients
Sets up, operates, and maintains equipment to conduct tests and procedures appropriate to specialty
Provides information to patients concerning specific tests and procedures. Reads and interprets obtained images. Records test results. Identifies and reports abnormalities
Coordinates processing of slides and film. Instructs and acts as a source of information on testing techniques, procedures, and equipment operation
Schedules patient appointments and originates billing paperwork. Reviews and prepares financial paperwork related to clinical activities
Assists in research projects by analyzing and compiling patient information
Creates visual aids for lecture presentations and publications
Orders and maintains inventory of supplies
Performs additional functions related to clinical activities
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated ability to perform PET and PET / CT imaging and related tasks including subject and equipment preparation
Demonstrated ability to review and follow study documentation and standard operating procedures to perform scans and other procedures correctly
Skilled in performing quality control (QC) procedures on imaging and ancillary equipment with ability to identify equipment malfunction during QC and imaging procedures. Ability to fix problems or notify the appropriate individual(s) for repair and maintain associated records
Skilled in administration of radioactive doses including ability to measure doses, adjust and appropriately dispose of excess. Ability to maintain accurate records of dispensation and administration
Ability to follow radiation safety guidelines (ALARA) to limit dose exposures to self and others
Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an Associate's degree, or little or no work experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education
Preferred
Graduate of an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology Program and an approved Radiologic Technology Program for Computed Tomography
Benefits
Health Requirements: This role is a healthcare worker position. Healthcare workers (HCW) are defined as university employees working a healthcare setting who have the potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients, human research subjects or infectious materials including body substance, contaminated medical supplies, devices and equipment, surfaces, or air. HCW have specific health requirements that must be met prior to starting work, including MMR vaccine or immunity, varicella (chickenpox) vaccine or immunity, TB screening, COVID vaccine according to University policy, hepatitis B vaccine or immunity, and annual flu vaccination.
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