Florida Cancer Specialists
Date Posted:
2025-09-19 Country:
United States of America Location:
Lakewood Ranch Office Overview
PET Nuclear Medicine Technologists care for patients while operating equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic medical images for interpretation at a level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Responsibility includes EMR/PACS navigation, general patient care, positioning patients, providing procedure information, and executing proper imaging protocol/technique for all PET examinations. Complies with ALARA and all regulatory requirements for safe and appropriate patient care. Primary Tasks and Responsibilities Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation intravenously to detect or treat diseases using radioisotope equipment under the direction of a physician Calculate, measure, and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used, and disposed of using a computer following the physician's prescription Detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patients' bodies using a camera to produce photographic or computer images Gather information on patients' illnesses and medical history to guide the choice of diagnostic procedures for therapy Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients and assist them during test procedures Produce a computer-generated or film image for interpretation by a physician Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment or cameras Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures Maintain a clean work environment Maintains technical competency through continued education and participation in company-sponsored training programs
Education Certifications & Licenses
Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology required Satisfactory Completed formal Nuclear Medicine Technology training in an AMA-approved school preferred Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or ARRT(N) registered or registry eligible required Registry-eligible graduates must obtain certification within one year of hire. ARRT (CT) or NMTCB (CT) must be obtained within two years of hire BLS Certification (Required)
Experience
Experience in Nuclear Medicine preferred Experience with PET/CT Oncology imaging preferred
Core Competencies, Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential competencies and KSAs targeted to successfully performing in role: Analysis & Critical Thinking Strong interpersonal skills to include effective verbal and written communication Solid time management with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks Ability to collaborate across various levels of management, departments, and teams Comfortable negotiating problems and exploring solutions with the physician population
Values
Patient First
Keeping the patient at the center of everything we do Accountability
Taking responsibility for our actions Commitment & Care
Upholding FCS vision through every action Team
Working together, one team, one mission
Expectations for all Employees
Every FCS employee is expected to regularly conduct themselves in a professional and respectful manner, to comply with all labor laws, workplace policy and workplace practices. Employees are expected to bring issues of any forms of workplace harassment, discrimination or other potential improprieties to the attention of their management or the human resources department. Screenings Background, drug, and nicotine screens: Safeguarding our patients and each other is an important part of how we deliver the best care possible to the communities we serve. All offers of employment at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background screening. Additionally, as a condition of employment, FCS requires all new hires to receive various vaccinations, including the influenza vaccine, barring an approved exemption. In addition, FCS is a drug-free workplace, and all new hires will be subject to drug/ nicotine testing. Medical Marijuana cards are not recognized. EEOC
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at FCS, please email FCS Recruitment (Recruiter@FLCancer.com) for further assistance. Please note this email address is intended to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response. FCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr
2025-09-19 Country:
United States of America Location:
Lakewood Ranch Office Overview
PET Nuclear Medicine Technologists care for patients while operating equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic medical images for interpretation at a level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Responsibility includes EMR/PACS navigation, general patient care, positioning patients, providing procedure information, and executing proper imaging protocol/technique for all PET examinations. Complies with ALARA and all regulatory requirements for safe and appropriate patient care. Primary Tasks and Responsibilities Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation intravenously to detect or treat diseases using radioisotope equipment under the direction of a physician Calculate, measure, and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used, and disposed of using a computer following the physician's prescription Detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patients' bodies using a camera to produce photographic or computer images Gather information on patients' illnesses and medical history to guide the choice of diagnostic procedures for therapy Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients and assist them during test procedures Produce a computer-generated or film image for interpretation by a physician Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment or cameras Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures Maintain a clean work environment Maintains technical competency through continued education and participation in company-sponsored training programs
Education Certifications & Licenses
Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology required Satisfactory Completed formal Nuclear Medicine Technology training in an AMA-approved school preferred Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or ARRT(N) registered or registry eligible required Registry-eligible graduates must obtain certification within one year of hire. ARRT (CT) or NMTCB (CT) must be obtained within two years of hire BLS Certification (Required)
Experience
Experience in Nuclear Medicine preferred Experience with PET/CT Oncology imaging preferred
Core Competencies, Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential competencies and KSAs targeted to successfully performing in role: Analysis & Critical Thinking Strong interpersonal skills to include effective verbal and written communication Solid time management with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks Ability to collaborate across various levels of management, departments, and teams Comfortable negotiating problems and exploring solutions with the physician population
Values
Patient First
Keeping the patient at the center of everything we do Accountability
Taking responsibility for our actions Commitment & Care
Upholding FCS vision through every action Team
Working together, one team, one mission
Expectations for all Employees
Every FCS employee is expected to regularly conduct themselves in a professional and respectful manner, to comply with all labor laws, workplace policy and workplace practices. Employees are expected to bring issues of any forms of workplace harassment, discrimination or other potential improprieties to the attention of their management or the human resources department. Screenings Background, drug, and nicotine screens: Safeguarding our patients and each other is an important part of how we deliver the best care possible to the communities we serve. All offers of employment at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background screening. Additionally, as a condition of employment, FCS requires all new hires to receive various vaccinations, including the influenza vaccine, barring an approved exemption. In addition, FCS is a drug-free workplace, and all new hires will be subject to drug/ nicotine testing. Medical Marijuana cards are not recognized. EEOC
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at FCS, please email FCS Recruitment (Recruiter@FLCancer.com) for further assistance. Please note this email address is intended to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response. FCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr