Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Orange, CA
American Consultants
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity – Nuclear Medicine Technologist – Orange, CA 92868

Start Date: June 30, 2026

Location: Orange County, Southern California

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 5x8-hour shifts (9:00 AM - 5:30 PM). No weekends or holidays required. Optional call shifts available for interested candidates (Monday-Friday 4:30 AM - 10:00 PM, Saturday-Sunday 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM with 60-minute response time). Daily census of 5-10 patients with up to 15 PET scans per day.

Highlights:

• Work at a 426-bed Magnet-designated acute care hospital with state-of-the-art nuclear medicine technology
• Perform general nuclear medicine studies, Lexi scans, and PET/CT imaging (non-diagnostic)
• Training provided for PET scan procedures; prior PET experience preferred but not required
• Reduced orientation period with comprehensive on-site support
• No weekend or holiday coverage required; optional call shifts available for additional opportunities
• Free parking and supportive interdisciplinary team including interpretation services

Requirements:

• Valid California State license (must be in hand prior to start)
• NMTCB or ARRT (N) certification required
• BLS certification current
• Minimum 2 years of Nuclear Medicine Technologist experience required
• Prior travel healthcare experience required; candidates with at least 2 years of experience will be considered
• Experience with general nuclear medicine procedures including bone, renal, liver, cardiac, and whole body scans
• Proficiency in starting and maintaining IVs
• Epic charting system experience preferred
• Cardiac nuclear medicine experience strongly preferred, especially for those interested in optional call shifts
• Two professional references covering one year within the last three years

Why Join Us?

This opportunity offers an excellent work-life balance with a Monday through Friday schedule in a prestigious Magnet hospital environment. You'll work with advanced imaging technology while gaining valuable PET/CT experience with on-site training support. The position provides flexibility with optional call opportunities and a streamlined orientation process, allowing you to quickly integrate into a collaborative, patient-focused care team serving adult and geriatric populations.