Nuclear Medicine Technologist, PRN

ccf; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Health System is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for Marymount Hospital in Garfield Heights. This PRN role involves performing radiopharmaceutical procedures, imaging, and related non-imaging studies while engaging with patients and ensuring safety and accuracy in all steps.

The ideal candidate holds ARRT (RT(N)) or CNMT certification, a relevant degree, state licensure, and BLS. You will work with advanced equipment and contribute to a high-quality patient experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine or CAHEA approved Allied Health program.
• ARRT RT(N) certification or CNMT certification in good standing.
• Current state licensure (RL) and Basic Life Support (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Perform elution of 99mTc generators, prepare radiopharmaceuticals and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals according to department protocol using aseptic technique.
• Perform quality control on dose calibrators, well counter and thyroid probe according to procedures.
• Acquire, archive, transmit and print images via PACS.
• Educate patients regarding procedures and provide safety instructions.
• Maintain documentation and ensure patient safety during and after exams.
• Assist with scheduling, venipuncture and daily departmental tasks.

Skills

ARRT certification (R.T(N))

BLS certification

Patient interaction

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine or CAHEA Allied Health program

Tools

PACS

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

We all have the power to help, heal and change lives - beginning with our own. That's the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

Job Title

Nuclear Medicine Technologist, PRN

Location

Garfield Hts

Facility

Marymount Hospital

Department

Nuclear Medicine-Marymount Hospital

Job Code

D26009

Shift

Variable

Schedule

6:30am-3:00pm/8:00am-4:30pm

Job Summary

Job Details

Serving the needs of Garfield Heights and the Southeast communities of Cuyahoga County, Marymount Hospital is an acute care, faith-based hospital. Here, caregivers are guided by the Christian values of service, compassion, dignity and respect and live by the mission of providing world-class healthcare. As a part of our team, you will build a rewarding, lifelong career in a diverse and welcoming environment.

A s Nuclear Medicine Technologist , you will utilize the latest medical equipment and technology to attain functional images , prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals , and perform various non-imaging studies as necessary . In addition to working with complex apparatus, you will also spend a substantial amount of time interacting directly with both in- and outpatients, providing injections and scans. This role offers an excellent way to enhance your current skillsets, gain extensive hands-on experience and make a difference in the lives of patients every day.

A PRN (as needed) caregiver in this position works varying shifts, 6:30am-3:00pm or 8:00am-4:30pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Perform elution of 99mTc generators, prepare radiopharmaceuticals and ensure compliance with regulations and recommendations by state/federal regulatory and accreditation agencies.
• Perform hot lab responsibilities, such as el ution o f generator according to prescribed procedure and manufacturer specifications using aseptic technique.
• Perform elute quality control using aseptic technique .
• Perform radiopharmaceuticals kit preparations and quality control according to departmental procedure and manufacturer specifications using aseptic techniques.
• Label and record required documentation according to department procedures.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals according to department protocol using aseptic technique in compliance with state/federal regulations and accreditation agencies.
• Ascertain correct patient, study and radiopharmaceuticals by checking patient ID, requisitions and radiopharmaceuticals label prior to radiopharmaceutical administration.
• Properly record pharmaceuticals.
• Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment and exam s to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• Ensure patient safety during and after exam s .
• Assist with scheduling patients as needed.
• Perform venipuncture as necessary and maintain competencies.
• Perform quality control and assurance procedures.
• Perform daily, weekly, quarterly and annual procedures on dose calibrators, scintillation well counter and thyroid probe s , and scintillation cameras.
• Identif y , document and report sub-optimum results to supervisor.
• Adhere to Department of Health, TJC, and department regulations governing performance of above procedures.
• Maintain required record keeping and documentation for all diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Acquire , archive, transmit and print images via PACS.
• Complete after- hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork .
• Process billing via RIS.
• Perform nuclear imaging/counting procedures according to department protocols and computer acquisition and analysis.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Bachelor's D egree in N uclear M edicine or graduate of a two-year accredited school in an A llied H ealth P rogram or certification from a CAHEA approved Nuclear Medicine Technologist T raining P rogram
• Registered Technologist credentialed by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists [ R.T(N) (ARRT) ] in good standing OR Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board
• Current state licensure (RL)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• One year of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Physical Requirements:

• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.
• Requires exposure to radioactive material.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provid