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ID #44636107
State Virginia
City Charlottesville
Job type Permanent
Salary USD TBD TBD
Source University of Virginia
Showed 2022-08-06
Date 2022-08-05
Deadline 2022-10-04
Category Et cetera
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PET/CT Operations Manager, Radiology and Medical Imaging

Virginia, Charlottesville, 22902 Charlottesville USA

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The Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging is seeking a fulltime Positron Emission Tomography/Computerized Tomography (PET/CT) Operations Manager. The PET/CT Operations Manager provides oversight for PET/CT activities that pertain to clinical trial research participants and preclinical/translational studies utilizing the Radiology Medical Imaging Core facility. This oversight includes management of the PET/CT facility, ensuring equipment receives proper maintenance, compliance with institutional policies and procedures related to research, as well as compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations related to the utilization of radiopharmaceuticals.

The PET/CT Operations Manager serves as a key member of the research team focused on high impact imaging-based research. This research group focuses on the design and implementation of the next generational tools for medical imaging to improve the quality of patient care.

The incumbent operates PET/CT equipment to produce images and measure concentrations of radioactive isotopes according to research parameters established by the principal investigator. In addition, the PET/CT Operations Manager is responsible for performing routine to the most complex diagnostic and technical procedures under the direction of a radiologist researcher. Expertise in MRI and/or willingness to undergo training to develop proficiency in performing MRI examinations is preferred.

The PET/CT Operations Manager performs technical activities in compliance with the Environmental Health and Safety Office of the University and state regulations. The incumbent monitors the quality and accuracy of PET/CT images to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies for clinical trial research patients.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Demonstrated knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures involved in the operation of radiology equipment.
  • Knowledge of the human anatomy and proper positioning of the patient to perform imaging as prescribed.
  • Knowledge of procedures employed with radiation hazards, materials, safety data sheets and their application.
  • Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with patients, physicians, technologists, support personnel, and other staff.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate to people in a wide variety of professional levels.
  • Ability to identify and resolve problems and to work accurately with attention to detail.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage large volumes of information while having the ability to be flexible and adjust to changing situations.
  • Ability to provide support and training to technologists and other staff.
  • Microsoft Windows Office: Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor's degree in a healthcare or related field with an appropriate health-related Virginia license.

Experience: A minimum of three years of PET CT / Nuclear Medicine experience.

Licensure: Registered Radiologic Technologist in Nuclear Medicine through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or CNMT certification through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider; BLS certification required. Certification and registration in MRI in addition to Nuclear Medicine certification is preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

This is a restricted position and continuation is contingent on funding and satisfactory performance.

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check at time of offer per University Policy.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physicians Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

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