Nuclear Medicine Tech
Apple Valley, CA
American Traveler
4x10 hrs, Days
$3,094/weekOverview
- Start Date11/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care212 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 3, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for an acute care hospital, requiring 1+ years of experience and ARRT or NMTCB certification.
Details
- Acute care hospital setting with 212 staffed beds
- Nuclear Medicine department performing basic studies, with most volume from stress tests
- Daily caseload of 5-12 patients
- Procedures include bone scans, 3-phase studies, whole body scans, shunt studies, abdominal and ventricular studies, myocardial imaging, adenosine and persantine infusions, and pharmacological stress testing
- Adult patient population in a clinic setting
- Additional procedures include SPECT imaging, brain and liver scans, renal studies, thyroid studies, cancer surveys, lung scans, and sentinel node studies
- Uses Siemens equipment
- Epic EMR preferred
- 4x10 hour day shifts with variable start times of 6:00 AM or 7:30 AM
- Weekend call required
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist required
- Community hospital experience required
- BLS, ARRT or NMTCB certification required
- California state license required (license required if applicable)
- Compact license must be in hand at time of consideration
- Proficiency starting and maintaining IVs required
- Experience in ER, Adult ICU, and PACS preferred
- Sentinel node experience preferred
- Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
Additional Information
- First-time travelers will be considered for this position
- Scrubs provided for L&D/OR staff; RNs wear navy blue scrubs
- Free parking available on-site
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate
- Local radius rule of 50 miles applies
- Returning staff may be considered after a 3-month break, provided they reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility
- Candidates must disclose any prior work history at Providence facilities, including permanent, travel, or registry/per-diem roles, with location and dates
- Travelers may be required to float between sister facilities within the region
- Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
- All RTO requests must be submitted at the time of consideration, with approval based on facility needs
Facility
Saint Joseph Health Saint Mary
- Short Term Acute Care
- 212 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Apple Valley, CA
As a Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Apple Valley, CA here's what you should know:- Apple Valley's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 95°F, with lows around 60°F.
- Winter highs average around 60°F, with lows around 30°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Apple Valley, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Apple Valley is car-friendly, with most residents relying on personal vehicles.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The population in Apple Valley is diverse, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the desert climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Apple Valley offers a variety of restaurants, especially with a focus on American cuisine.
- There are opportunities to explore art and music, and outdoor activities such as hiking and camping are popular due to the proximity to national parks and forests.
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