Nuclear Medicine Technologist Position Available In Martin, Florida

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 Location Vero Beach Facility CC Indian River Department Ancillary Nuclear Med-Indian River Hospital Job Code 000608 Shift Days + Call Schedule 6:30am-3:30pm Job Summary Job Details •This position is eligible for a sign on bonus of up to $5,000• Join our team at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital and experience world-class patient care at its best. Located in sunny Florida’s Treasure Coast, Indian River Hospital is committed to providing optimal family- and community-focused services. Here, you will be part of a collaborative, compassionate, and innovative team of caregivers. You will work with state-of-the-art technology and will build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, 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 7:00AM – 3:30PM, with on-call and weekend requirements. 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. You should 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. Order the necessary isotope from the pharmacy; always reviews the physician’s orders to determine the proper isotope required for each type of test ordered. Obtain written consent for all invasive procedures from the patient, parent, or legal guardian 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. Utilize appropriate skills in accurately and descriptively documenting patient’s pertinent clinical information, medical history, allergies, and other pertinent information. 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. Provides 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 Certified and State of Florida Licensure American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT)(N) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification (CNMT) registered Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association 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 Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/

Physical Requirements:

Special Demands:

Needs minimal sustained direction in assessing needs, carrying out departmental and professional responsibilities; self-starting and self-motivating; working hours may exceed eight (8) hours per day and is based on what is needed to accomplish work at hand.

Mental Demands:

Ability to work at a fast pace and to prioritize multiple assignments/projects and respond to numerous requests and to work collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team; ability to ensure operational efficiency; ability to problem solve and make decisions; ability to exercise self-control and tolerate stress when dealing with multiple requests and/or conflicting demands from multiple customers.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures. The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All offers of employment are follwed by testing for controlled substances and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year. Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption. Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster. Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities We know that fully supporting our caregivers is what creates the best outcomes for our patients. Our outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future. What began in Cleveland in 1921 has grown to include locations throughout, the U.S. and even other countries. For you, that means more opportunities to learn, grow and serve patients — while finding caring, thriving communities both at work and at home. Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation. Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. U.S. News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation’s best hospitals in its annual “America’s Best Hospitals” survey. Among Cleveland Clinic’s 70,800 employees worldwide represent 140 medical specialties and subspecialties. Cleveland Clinic is a 6,500-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 19 hospitals, more than 220 outpatient facilities, and locations in southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England.