Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Description

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

$20,000 Sign on Bonus

TriHealth offers Nuclear Medicine Technologists a place to do meaningful, high-impact work while feeling genuinely supported as part of a mission-driven health system. In this role, you'll practice at the top of your profession - performing high-quality diagnostic studies, administering therapeutic treatments, and using independent judgment to deliver accurate, safe, and compassionate care. You'll work with advanced technology, follow rigorous radiation safety standards, and contribute to exceptional patient outcomes while collaborating closely with radiologists, clinical leaders, and multidisciplinary teams.

As one of Cincinnati's most respected employers, TriHealth is committed to developing its people, investing in continuing education, and fostering a culture where teamwork, respect, and clinical excellence thrive. You'll have opportunities to mentor students, orient new staff, expand your competencies, and grow your career within a system known for stability, quality, and community impact. At TriHealth , you're not just performing studies - you're shaping the future of patient care.

Apply today and grow your career with a team that truly values you.

Location:

• This role will rotate working at the following locations: TriHealth Anderson, TriHealth Western Ridge and Good Samaritan Hospital.

Work Schedule:

• Full-Time (80 hours biweekly)
• Day Shift
• Rotating Weekend and Holiday Commitment
• No On Call Commitment

Benefits:

TriHealth offers a comprehensive benefits package - including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement. Please view our benefits page

Job Requirements:

• Associate's Degree in Allied Health
• Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) ; or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification (NMTCB)
• BLS/CPR
• Nuclear Technologist
• State License
• Nuclear medicine hot lab
• Radiation safety
• Nuclear medicine isotopes and tracking
• Experience in a related field
• NM Registered

Job Overview:
Under the direction of the radiologist and the supervision of the manager or supervisor, the nuclear medicine technologist is responsible for utilizing unsealed radionuclides and radiation detection equipment to perform quality diagnostic studies and administer therapeutic treatments. Technologists are responsible for the performance of high-quality diagnostic images utilizing proper techniques with established protocols. This position utilizes independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative for accurate diagnosis. This position demonstrates competencies in identification of pathology, patient positioning, injections, IV access, and new protocols. This position is responsible for orienting new staff, troubleshooting equipment, patient and public safety, maintaining accurate records, assisting in student education, proper use and care of the equipment, working effectively with patients and families to provide patient care, maintaining a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental team members, complies with infection prevention procedures, and performs other duties as required. This position will adhere to strict radiation safety practices as described in the Department of Radiology Radiation Safety Manual, as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the state of Ohio Department of Health Radioactive Materials Section, will also adhere to department protocols for patient education, safety, quality control, documentation and equipment care. This position is required to meet the minimum continuing educational requirements of the registry and the state of Ohio. This position adheres to the Practice Standards as defined by the Society of Nuclear Medicine.


Job Responsibilities:

• Provides for patient, family and staff comfort, safety and care prior to, during and after a procedure.
• Recognizes and responds to emergency situations and radioactive spills and takes appropriate action.
• Performs in compliance with the governing standards for Nuclear Medicine as defined in the hospital department manuals, State of Ohio and NRC regulations.
• Accurately orders, prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with these regulations.
• Orients new employees in regulations
• Demonstrates proficiency and reliability in the performance and assessment of required daily quality control procedures on all equipment prior to use.
• Recognizes the need for corrective action and notifies Lead Tech.
• Demonstrates organizational and communication skills to promote the well-being of the department.
• Organizes their workflow, work area and makes sure all work is complete before submitting it.
• Completes tasks initiated. Maintains a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental team members.
• Demonstrates competency through ongoing CBE's.
• Demonstrates knowledge of equipment and its operating procedures through CBE's.
• Selects proper imaging protocols, parameters based on clinical history and follows departmental procedures
• Actively participates in training and mentoring of new employees and students.
• Use principles of service excellence in interactions with peers as well as customers

Other Job-Related Information:

Working Conditions:

Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Frequently
Continuous Learning - Frequently
Hearing: Conversation - Frequently
Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
Interpersonal Communication - Frequently
Kneeling - Rarely
Lifting <10 Lbs - Frequently
Lifting 50+ Lbs - Occasionally
Lifting 11-50 Lbs - Occasionally
Pulling - Occasionally
Pushing - Occasionally
Reaching - Occasionally
Reading - Consistently
Sitting - Frequently
Standing - Frequently
Stooping - Occasionally
Talking - Frequently
Thinking/Reasoning - Frequently
Use of Hands - Frequently
Color Vision - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
Walking - Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:


Serve: ALWAYS...
• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS...
• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service


Respect: ALWAYS...
• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
• Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS...
• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage: ALWAYS...
• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community