Nuclear Medicine Technologist

*This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000* 

Join the Cleveland Clinic team at Vero Radiology, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.     

As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will prepare and administers radioactive drugs (radiopharmaceuticals) to patients for imaging or treatment, primarily for diagnosing cancers and cardiovascular diseases. This is done through operating specialized imaging devices like gamma cameras and PET scanners. You will work with department associates and medical staff to improve care and workflow by providing support, education and assistance to customers and fellow colleagues. This role is essential to the Imaging Department, allowing the team to effectively support patients and provide essential treatments. 

A caregiver in this position works days from 6:30AM – 7:00PM. 

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

• Perform nuclear medicine procedures according to the manual and written order. 

• Utilize equipment safely and according to manufacturer's recommendation. 

• Perform quality control on the gamma camera and other equipment as required. 

• Ensure that all equipment is appropriately maintained, calibrated and working properly. 

• Report equipment problems to supervisor or service personnel as required and discontinue use of equipment until repairs have been completed when the equipment problem causes image quality degradation or safety issues. 

• Review the physician's orders to determine the proper isotope required for each type of test ordered and order the necessary isotope from the pharmacy. 

• Explain the procedures to the patient, parent or legal guardian and obtain written consent for all invasive procedures prior to the exam. 

• Complete site identification procedure prior to the start of invasive procedure. 

• Utilize appropriate skills in accurately and descriptively documenting patient's pertinent clinical information, medical history, allergies and other pertinent information. 

• Consult with radiologist or referring physician regarding contraindications to ordered exam. 

• Respond to emergency situations, i.e., contrast reactions and medical emergencies according to departmental, clinic and hospital policy. 

• Advise the nurse in charge of the patient of any unusual occurrence which happened to the patient while in the Imaging Department. 

• Operate the required digital equipment effectively in the production, storage and transmission of images. 

• Report any equipment problems, safety issues or patient complaints to  supervisor. 

• Provide backup assistance to other associates in the department upon completion of duties or as assigned by supervisor. 

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine Technology 

• Florida License as a General Radiographer (RAD) 

• Registered with the American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) or certified with the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) 

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross 

• Knowledge of federal and state regulatory 

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• Two years of experience as an Imaging Technologist in an acute care imaging setting