Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Nuclear Cardiology
San Francisco, CA
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days
$3,988/weekOverview
- Start Date11/09/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration21 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Length: 21 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a hospital setting requiring CNMT, NMTCB, and 2+ years of nuclear cardiology experience.
Details
- Hospital-based Nuclear Medicine department at a teaching facility
- Adult patient population with nuclear cardiology focus
- 1:1:1 patient ratio
- 5x8 hour day shifts from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- Epic EMR experience required
- Ability to float to other facilities within a 75+ mile radius as needed
- Equipment includes Philips and Siemens systems
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of experience required
- BLS certification required
- CNMT and NMTCB certifications required
- ARRT (N) or ARRT (R) certification required; license required if applicable
- Teaching hospital experience required
- Adult and hospital setting experience required
- Nuclear cardiology experience required
- Experience with bone scans, 3-phase imaging, whole body and limited imaging required
- PET and pediatric experience preferred
- Skilled in drawing venous blood, starting and maintaining IVs, and isolation precautions/PPE
- Experience with storing, handling, and disposal of radioactive materials
- Experience with SPECT imaging (bone, brain, liver, renal)
- Experience with thyroid studies, cancer survey, and uptake scans preferred
- Experience with lung scans, renal flow studies, myocardial studies, and stress testing procedures
- Experience with gastric emptying, HIDA scan, and MUGA scan procedures
- PET scan and tumor localization experience preferred
Additional Information
- Perform diagnostic nuclear medicine imaging procedures including cardiac, renal, lung, liver, and bone studies
- Administer radiopharmaceuticals and ensure proper handling and disposal of radioactive materials
- 2 professional references from most recent employer required for consideration
- Any prior employment history with University of California medical facilities or their acquired facilities must be disclosed, including dates, units, and manager names
- RTO must be disclosed at time of consideration and approved by the manager prior to offer, with no additional requests accepted mid-contract
- RTO is not permitted within the first two weeks of the assignment
- Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate as travelers
Facility
UCSF Medical Center at Mission Bay
3 nurses recommend working with UCSF Medical Center at Mission Bay
- Short Term Acute Care
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 San Francisco, CA
As a Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist in San Francisco, CA here's what you should know:- San Francisco's cost of living is significantly higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing.
- Wages are relatively high, but they may not fully match the increased cost of living.
- Summer average highs range from 60-70°F, while winter average lows range from 45-55°F.
- Short-term rentals can be found, but they are in high demand and may be relatively expensive.
- It's advisable to start the search early.
- San Francisco is not very car-friendly due to limited parking and heavy traffic.
- However, the city has an extensive public transportation system, including buses, trams, and the famous cable cars.
- San Francisco is a diverse city with a wide range of ages.
- Common health issues include respiratory problems due to the fog and air quality.
- It has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities.
- San Francisco offers a plethora of activities, including diverse restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, numerous sports events, and abundant outdoor opportunities such as hiking, beach activities, and exploring parks.
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