Manager Nuclear Medicine & PET CT

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Director of Radiology, g) assists in providing educational, technical and supervisory leadership for the area of responsibility to ensure fulfillment of the hospital mission. Areas of responsibility include Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (PET CT; SPECT CT). Primary duty is to supervise all aspects of the day-to-day operations on either the Newton Pavilion or the Menino/Moakley Pavilion. Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures.

Position: Manager Nuclear Medicine & PET CT      

Department: Nuclear Medicine

Schedule: Full Time

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

Requires a Bachelor's of Science in a scientific field with a certificate in Nuclear Medicine Technology from an accredited academic program or an Associates in Nuclear Medicine Technology from an accredited academic program plus 2 years experience.

EXPERIENCE:

In addition to above requirement, must also have at least 5 years as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist. Experience in wide range of Molecular/Nuclear Imaging Preferred (SPECT/CT/PET/MR/Optical fusion Imaging ).

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of principles and procedures of Nuclear Medicine, PET CT and Radiopharmacy and the operation and maintenance of equipment generally acquired through the completion of training either in an ARRT or CNMT approved formal educational program.
• Equipment includes but not limited to: gamma cameras with sealed sources of radioactive material for transmission imaging with single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT), positron emission tomography (PET), positron emission mammography (PEM), operation of cameras with x-ray tubes for transmission imaging and Diagnostic CT.
• Knowledge and principles of the following non-imaging instrumentation: Dose calibrators, survey instrumentation for exposure and contamination, probe and well instrumentation, and other applicable patient care equipment as authorized by institutional policies.
• Knowledge of cross sectional anatomy, physiology and medical terminology with the analytical skills to effectively utilize knowledge towards imaging processes, techniques and procedures.
• Proficiency with standard Microsoft programs (i.e. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and web browsers.
• Working knowledge of Radiology Information Systems (RIS) and Hospital Information Systems (HIS).
• Ability to rely on experience, judgment and time management skills to plan and accomplish goals.
• Must present a positive, team oriented attitude and a professional appearance.
• Ability to adhere to safety standards set forth by the Radiology Department, BMC and other regulatory agencies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to interact effectively with patients and all/any apprehensions, to instruct students and to interact with other staff technologists.
• Ability to work cooperatively with members of the healthcare delivery team and staff, ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule; to set priorities and solve problems; to respond quickly to emergency requests.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans