About this role
PET Radiographer
Abuja, Nigeria
PET Radiographer
Job Function
PET Radiographer
Designation
PET Radiographer
Level
GL 3A
Employment Type
Full Time
Experience level
Professional
Workplace Type
Onsite
Location
Abuja, Nigeria - 900107
Job role
Job Purpose
The PET Radiographer will be responsible for performing high-quality Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and PET/ CT imaging procedures. The role holder will operate advanced imaging technology, ensure patient safety and comfort, and adhere to strict radiation safety protocols. This role requires a high degree of technical proficiency, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent patient care skills, contributing directly to accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities
Clinical Imaging & Operations
- Perform PET and PET/CT scans proficiently and safely, following established clinical protocols.
- Operate, calibrate, and perform basic troubleshooting on PET/CT scanners and associated equipment.
- Administer radiopharmaceuticals to patients as prescribed, adhering to aseptic techniques and radiation safety measures.
Patient Care & Management
- Provide clear instructions and compassionate care to patients before, during, and after imaging procedures.
- Monitor patient condition and manage any adverse reactions or claustrophobia effectively.
- Ensure patient confidentiality and dignity are maintained at all times.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Conduct daily quality control tests on the PET/CT scanner and dose calibrators.
- Participate in the department's quality assurance and continuous improvement programs.
- Ensure all practices comply with radiation safety regulations set by the Nigeria Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC) and internal AMCE policies.
Radiation Safety
- Adhere to principles of ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) to minimize radiation exposure to patients, staff, and self.
- Utilize personal dosimetry and protective equipment correctly.
- Safely handle and store radioactive materials and manage radioactive waste according to protocols.
Team Collaboration & Communication
- Work closely with Cyclotron Medical Physicists, Nuclear Medicine Physicians, Radiologists, and other multidisciplinary team members.
- Accurately annotate images and maintain detailed patient records in the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).
- Communicate preliminary findings or technical issues to the relevant clinical staff.
Must have skills
PET
CT imagining
Medical Imaging
Qualifications
- Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Radiography, Medical Imaging, or a related field.
- Possession of a valid practicing license.
- Postgraduate qualification or certification in Nuclear Medicine or PET/CT imaging is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of cross-sectional anatomy, radiopharmacy, and radiation physics.
- Commitment to providing exceptional patient care and adhering to clinical governance standards.
- Minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience in Radiography.
- Demonstrable hands-on experience in operating PET/CT or Nuclear Medicine imaging systems.
- Proven experience in the safe handling and administration of radiopharmaceuticals.
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary clinical environment.