Nuclear Medicine Technologist Canterbury

Come to the gateway to the South Island, Christchurch where the city has a revitalised city centre buzzing with energy, and surrounded by beautiful nature.  The Avon River runs through the city and on its banks are cycling paths, the green expanse of Hagley Park and the Botanic Gardens.  Christchurch is known for its English heritage but also modern stand out architecture that will keep you wanting to explore the city more and more.

Pacific Radiology is a private company that is proudly New Zealand owned and operated. We are focused on providing our patients with world class imaging, reporting and contract services within their own communities across New Zealand.
  
We offer a competitive salary with an excellent work / life balance as well as generous leave entitlements including 5 weeks annual leave and 5 days domestic leave. Professional development is a priority, with funding and support for your ongoing growth as well as the opportunity to work with exceptional practitioners who are considered leaders in their field. We also offer wellbeing initiatives including Southern Cross health insurance, flu jabs, EAP and more.
  
We are looking for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) to provide Diagnostic Positron Emission Tomography (PET).
  
Your work day will include:

• Performing a wide range of diagnostic PET/CT examinations
• Performing high-quality images using current post processing software
• Using high-tech automated systems for tracer and contrast delivery
• Implementation of the ALARA principles in delivering optimal diagnostic images for the lowest possible injected and CT doses
• Performing cannulations, with the option of using ultrasound guidance
• Receipt and documentation of sealed and unsealed radioactive materials
• Monitoring, decontamination, and disposal of radioactive waste as per ORS C2 guidelines
• Undertaking a detailed quality control program which covers the hot lab, tracer injector and PET/CT scanner
• Performing isotope therapy injections under the guidance of a Radiologist and Radiation Oncologist
• Working with a multidisciplinary team to perform examinations under general anesthetic or sedation
• Maintaining a highly effect level of communication with patients, support person(s) and the wider PET/CT team

  
Knowledge and skills desired:

• Competence in conducting a full range of both routine and complex procedures in PETCT.
• Significant degree of initiative and scientific interest.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and independently.
• Capable of exercising mature judgement in respect of performance, appraisal and allocation of duties.
• Working knowledge of the practical and legislative requirements of a Nuclear Medicine and PETCT practice.

  
Additional CT Scope of practice is advantageous.
  
Please note, appointment to this position will be conditional on a satisfactory Police vetting and risk assessment as per the Children’s Act 2014.
  
If you have registration with the NZMRTB and a current annual practicing certificate, please submit your CV and accompanying covering letter.