Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Orange, CA
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days
$3,275/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care411 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Nuclear Medicine Technologist with 3+ years of experience and current CNMT/NMTCB certification for a day shift assignment at a teaching hospital.
Details
- Hospital-based Nuclear Medicine department performing diagnostic and research procedures
- Includes research PET scans using investigational ligands with limited isotope availability windows
- 5x8 day shift, variable schedule Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM with scheduling flexibility required
- Epic EMR used
- Patient population includes adult and pediatric cases
- Performs bone, brain, liver, renal, lung, and thyroid scans, as well as cardiac and PET imaging studies
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of Nuclear Medicine Technologist experience
- Minimum 1 year of experience in an acute care setting
- BLS, ARRT(N), CNMT, and NMTCB certifications required
- ARRT(R) and PET certifications preferred
- State license required if applicable
- Epic EMR experience required and must be documented in work history
- Prior travel assignment experience required
- Two supervisor references required for consideration
- Experience with isolation precautions/PPE, venous blood draws, IV starts, and handling of radioactive materials
- Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
Additional Information
- Perform a wide range of nuclear medicine procedures including bone, brain, liver, renal, lung, and thyroid studies, as well as cardiac stress testing and PET imaging
- Utilizes GE, Philips, and Siemens imaging equipment
- Candidates on a temporary or similar license must have this noted in bold on their application
- Returning staff must be separated from the facility for a minimum of 1 year before returning as a traveler
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travelers
- A minimum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract is highly preferred, with no RTO permitted in the first two weeks of the assignment
Facility
University of California Irvine Medical Center
Pros
Patient ratio is awesome. Lots of resources and good team work.
Cons
Cost of living.
- Short Term Acute Care
- 411 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 Orange, CA
As a Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Orange, CA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Orange, CA is higher than the national average.
- Wages may be higher to match the cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 85°F and winter lows around 45°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching due to high demand in the area.
- Orange, CA is car-friendly with good freeway access.
- Public transportation options are available within the city and to neighboring areas.
- The population is diverse with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the warm climate.
- There is a substantial population of travel nurses in Orange, CA.
- Plenty of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues can be found in Orange.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local parks and golf courses, and outdoor activities are popular due to the city's proximity to beaches and hiking trails.
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