Nuclear Medicine Tech
Apple Valley, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$3,108/weekOverview
- Start Date11/17/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care212 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 17, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for an acute care hospital, requiring 1+ year of experience and ARRT or NMTCB certification.
Details
- Acute care hospital setting with 212 staffed beds
- Daily caseload of 5-12 patients
- Procedures are primarily basic studies, with most volume from stress tests
- Includes bone, brain, liver, renal, thyroid, and lung scans, along with SPECT imaging and cardiac stress testing
- Utilizes Siemens equipment
- Epic EMR used for charting
- Schedule open to 4x10hr, 5x8hr, or 3x12hr day shifts with variable start times of 0600 or 0730
- Weekend call required
- May be required to float between sister facilities near the contracted location
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist required
- BLS, ARRT or NMTCB certification required
- California state license required if applicable
- Community hospital experience required
- Epic experience preferred
- Skills in bone scans, myocardial studies, adenosine and persantine infusion, pharmacological stress testing, and exercise/rest protocols
- Experience starting and maintaining IVs
- Additional experience in ER, adult ICU, and PACS systems preferred
- Sentinel node procedure experience preferred
- Must submit full SSN and DOB for compliance
- Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
- Must disclose any prior work history at a Providence facility, including dates and location if applicable
Additional Information
- First-time travelers will be considered
- Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate
- Local radius rule of 50 miles applies
- Returning staff may be considered after a 3-month break and must live outside 50 miles of the facility
- All RTO requests must be submitted at time of application, with approval based on facility needs
- Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
- Scrubs provided for OR and L&D roles; navy blue scrubs required for RNs
- Free parking available on-site
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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