Conducts PET-CT examinations to support research activities at Indiana University School of Medicine.
Collaborates with team members to implement best practices that ensure efficient, top-tier support for studies and infrastructure.
Perform PET-CT scans on participants enrolled in Indiana University-approved research studies in an organized and timely manner; Provides appropriate patient care and guidance throughout the process.
Injects radioactive material.
Accurately and promptly develops and maintains research records, including managing electronic and digital data, and burning disks when necessary.
Facilitates data transfer to various computer platforms and software programs using IT management tools.
Ensures HIPAA regulations are followed during data transfer, and promptly report any violations or computer performance issues that may compromise HIPAA procedures to management.
Assists in training staff as needed, helping to develop instructional resources and best practices for project coordination.
Establishes and maintains clear communication and feedback channels with other staff, study sponsors, and study teams.
Participates in monitoring visits conducted by research sponsors and/or regulatory agencies by providing clarification, research data, and reports as needed.
Schedules imaging examinations as needed.
Assists in other areas as needed.
General Responsibilities
Provides training and guidance to technicians
Performs exams using proper equipment as ordered by providers
Checks to be sure all reports are filed promptly and sent to ordering providers for review
Makes sure charges are entered correctly by checking order list or by entering data into EMR for outside providers, so patients will be billed properly
Sends test results to qualified provider for analysis
Monitors equipment and performs regular maintenance and inspections as needed
Ensures equipment is repaired and is in good working order
Qualifications
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited school associated with technician specialty
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
2 years of experience in technician specialty
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required
Technician related specialty upon date of hire
Preferred
Meets the certification requirements of the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board or equivalent.
SKILLS
Required
Proficient communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Highly thorough and dependable
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Possesses a high degree of initiative
Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents
Excellent collaboration and team building skills
Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
Preferred
Possesses ability to learn and use new state of the art technologies to assist in the education and training of research and clinical staff
Ability to adjust and manage your schedule as needed to maximize the utilization of resources
Working Conditions / Demands
The role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. The role frequently requires the ability to move about the work environment and to position oneself to operate laboratory equipment effectively. The role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Mastery
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Health Services
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This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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