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Description
Prepare, administer and measure radioactive isotopes, including the use of positron emission tomography (PET) in therapeutic, diagnostic and tracer studies to obtain information for use by physicians in diagnosing patient illness.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operate PET/CT imaging systems and computer acquisition/processing stations to acquire, process, transfer, and save image data.
- Prepare radiopharmaceuticals for administration to patients. Calculate and administer proper doses.
- Maintain records of radioactive materials dispensed. Compile and maintain quality assurance information.
- Calibrate radiation detection instruments. Perform quality control tests on PET/CT systems, generators, counters, and dose calibrators.
- Provide instruction to medical residents, Nuclear Medicine Technology students, and other staff on the operation of various instruments and explain the procedures performed.
- Follow radiation safety policies in the use and disposal of radioactive materials. Perform all clinical duties exercising sound radiation safety practices in accordance with ALARA principles.
- Instruct and prepare patients for exams. Thoroughly explain the PET/CT examination they will be undergoing.
- Provide care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric and general population. Interact professionally with the patient/family.
- Practice medical aseptic technique procedures.
- Demonstrate proficiency in performing all PET/CT procedures.
- Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.
*The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities required of individuals performing this job.*
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