Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Mission Viejo, CA
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,980/weekOverview
- Start Date06/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Job Opportunity: Nuclear Medicine Tech
Location
- Mission Viejo, California
Employment Type
- Travel/Contract
Contract Length
- 13 weeks
Job Description
- Primarily working in PET (Positron Emission Tomography) with possible float to Nuclear Medicine as needed.
- Variable start times between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
- Shift options: 4x10-hour shifts or 5x8-hour shifts, as preferred.
- Call required post-shift and rotating weekends; travelers may be exempt from call depending on experience.
- Scheduling requests due to outside employment will not be considered.
- Local radius for assignment is 50 miles.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Valid Nuclear Medicine Technologist license in California
- Minimum 1 year of Nuclear Medicine Technologist experience within the last year
- ARRT(N) or NMTCB certification
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
Preferred Experience
- Experience with EPIC electronic health record system.
- Experience with Siemens imaging equipment.
Call and Scheduling
- Call may be required post-shift and on rotating weekends.
- Call expectations will be reviewed during the interview.
- Weekends may exceed every other weekend to meet unit needs.
Facility Type
- Acute Care Hospital with Magnet recognition.
- Total staffed beds: 426.
- Charting system: EPIC.
- Free parking available.
Required Documentation and Compliance
- Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License/State ID).
- Social Security Card (as applicable).
- Background check within 90 days covering all locations lived/worked in the past 7 years; must be updated annually.
- Education verification required.
- Drug screening (9-panel) within 12 months of start.
- Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO.
- Immunizations and health requirements including:
- TDAP vaccine within 10 years or declination.
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, updated annually.
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer.
- Hepatitis B vaccination or signed declination.
- Varicella vaccination or positive titer.
- Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season.
- COVID vaccination record preferred; declinations accepted.
- Respirator safety clearance required annually for travel candidates.
- Fit mask testing required for travel candidates, updated annually.
- Annual completion of regulatory and specialty-specific training modules via LMS.
- Photo for badge (passport style with neutral background) required prior to start.
References and Employment History
- Minimum of 2 references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty or setting.
- Employment application covering at least the last 5 years required.
- Work history verification may be required if reference requirements are not met.
Additional Notes
- Float policy acknowledgment required; may be asked to float to other nearby facilities.
- Scheduling requests due to outside employment will not be accommodated.
- Candidates must be open to call and weekend work as needed.
- First-time travelers with less than 2 years of experience will be screened carefully.
This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Nuclear Medicine Tech travel contract position in California.
Employer
Host Healthcare
232 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Bethany has been working with me on a couple contracts as a travel PT. She has been extremely responsive and supportive. She was able to help me navigate a contract with a difficult facility and expeditiously find a new contract for me in the same area.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Mission Viejo, CA
As a Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Mission Viejo, CA here's what you should know:- Mission Viejo's cost of living is higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 82°F, and winter average lows are around 45°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may be limited.
- It's recommended to start the search early to secure suitable options.
- Mission Viejo is car-friendly with well-maintained roads.
- Public transportation options are available but may not be as extensive as in larger cities.
- The city has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to air quality.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Mission Viejo offers a variety of restaurants, especially with a focus on international cuisine.
- There are opportunities to enjoy art and music at local venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can engage in activities like golf and tennis, and outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby hiking trails and parks.
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