Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Cardiology

Henry Ford Health; Grand Blanc (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to support diagnostic imaging within our radiology services. The role involves preparing patients, handling radioactive isotopes, and performing Nuclear Medicine scans per established protocols.

The ideal candidate will be ARRT NM or NMTCB registry eligible with required CME hours and BCLS certification, demonstrating strong safety and patient-centered care in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• ARRT NM or NMTCB registry eligibility; registry within 12 months.
• Must maintain required hours of CME and BCLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Explains examination procedures to patients and prepares them for the exam.
• Obtains necessary medical history information.
• Prepares procedure room and replenishes stock and supplies.
• Prepares prescribed radioactive isotopes for administration to patients.
• Reviews requisitions and performs Nuclear Medicine scans per protocol.
• Operates equipment to obtain diagnostic information and ensure safety.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine procedures

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

Communication with patients

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ARRT NM/ NMTCB registry eligibility

Tools

Nuclear Medicine equipment

Sterile technique setup

Job description

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY

• Under the direction of a Radiologist, specializes in the performance of procedures using various isotopes for the evaluation of pathological entities as prescribed by a physician.
• Performs related functions according to department protocols.
• Utilizes independent judgment in determining appropriate imaging techniques, patient positioning, and safety practices.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Explains examination procedure to patients and prepares patient for the examination.
• Obtains additional information about the patient medical history as necessary.
• Prepares procedure room and regularly replenishes stock such as linen and related supplies.
• Prepares prescribed radioactive isotopes for administration to patients.
• Reviews clinical data on requisition, analyzes anatomical structure of patient, sets up equipment and following protocols performs the Nuclear Medicine scan.
• Manually controls the equipment to obtain the proper diagnostic information for the area of the body being studied.
• May prepare and set up sterile equipment, monitors, and supplies required to procedure to be performed.
• Demonstrates on a consistent basis Team member standards of excellence including: AIDET, open communication, responding in a timely manner, displaying a positive attitude, fostering innovation, respecting diversity, etc.

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• Must be registered (or registry eligible) in Nuclear Medicine by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) and/or The Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
• If registry eligible, registry must be obtained within 12 months of date of hire. Failure to obtain registry within designated timeframe will result in termination of the Nuclear Medicine Technologist position.
• Must maintain required hours of continued medical education. Healthcare Provider certification required (BCLS).