Nuclear Medicine Technologist I

Cleveland Clinic•Avon, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist I works at Cleveland Clinic Avon Hospital, using medical equipment and technology to obtain functional images, prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, and perform non-imaging studies as needed. The role supports Nuclear Medicine and PET services and provides diagnostic information to help guide patient care. The position is part-time, with two 10-hour shifts scheduled between either 6:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. or 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. The posting also lists a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Medicine, graduation from a two-year accredited school in an Allied Health Program, or certification from a CAHEA-approved Nuclear Medicine Technologist Training Program.
Current registration in good standing as an R.T(N) through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or certification as a 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 or American Red Cross.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.

Responsibilities

Perform elution of technetium-99m generators and prepare radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with applicable regulations, recommendations, procedures, and manufacturer specifications.
Complete hot lab responsibilities, including generator elution using aseptic technique.
Perform elution quality control using aseptic technique.
Prepare radiopharmaceutical kits and perform quality control according to departmental procedures and manufacturer specifications using aseptic techniques.
Label radiopharmaceuticals and complete required documentation according to department procedures.
Administer radiopharmaceuticals according to department protocol, using aseptic technique and complying with applicable regulations.
Verify the patient, study, and radiopharmaceutical by checking patient identification, requisitions, and labels before administration.
Record pharmaceuticals properly.
Educate patients about procedures, equipment, and examinations to support understanding and cooperation.
Ensure patient safety during and after examinations.
Assist with patient scheduling as needed.
Perform venipuncture as necessary and maintain related competencies.
Perform quality control and assurance procedures.
Perform daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual procedures on dose calibrators, scintillation well counters, thyroid probes, and scintillation cameras.
Identify, document, and report suboptimal results to a supervisor.
Follow Department of Health, TJC, and departmental regulations governing procedures.
Maintain required records and documentation for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Acquire, archive, transmit, and print images using PACS.
Complete after-hours image transmission and associated paperwork.
Process billing through RIS.
Perform nuclear imaging and counting procedures according to department protocols, including computer acquisition and analysis.