Nuclear Medicine Technologist
San Francisco, California
Sutter Health CPMC Van Ness Campus 1100

Job Opportunity: Nuclear Medical Technologist

Location: San Francisco, California
Facility: Sutter Health CPMC Van Ness Campus 1100
Hospital System: Sutter Health - MSP
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work with patients scheduled for nuclear medicine imaging procedures.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceutical dosages.
• Operate imaging equipment to scan requested body areas.
• Explain procedures and provide reassurance to patients who may be fearful, nervous, or in pain.
• Maintain imaging equipment and ensure safe operation.

Shift Details

• 3 shifts per week, 8 hours each (Days)
• Hours: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
• Days: Wednesday to Friday
• No floating, on-call, or weekend requirements

Required Certification

• Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) certification

Preferred/Additional Certifications (Verify as applicable)

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure)
• CCRN (Critical Care RN)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring)
• IV Certification (as applicable)
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)
• NIH Stroke Certification
• Other specialty certifications as required by position

Competencies (As applicable)

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam
• Competency Exam with minimum passing score of 80% (or Angoff score if higher)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (if applicable)

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Review and sign facility documents including:

  • Job Description
  • Standards of Business Conduct
  • Conditional Offer of Employment Attestation
  • General Regulatory Orientation for Contracted Workers
  • Dress Code Policy
  • Vendor Training (2024 and 2025)
  • Code of Conduct (2024 and 2025)
  • Overpayment Refund Policy (2024 and 2025)
  • Request for Religious Accommodation Form (if applicable)
  • TB Questionnaire (within 90 days of start, renewed annually)

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical Exam (within 1 year of start)
• Fit Mask Test (within 1 year, renewed annually)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years or lifetime with booster)
• Negative TB test or Chest X-Ray (within 90 days, renewed annually)
• Immunity or vaccination for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series or declination)
  • Varicella
• Drug Testing: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids per CA law)
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination/Documentation (required during flu season Nov 1 - Apr 30)
• Color Blind Exam (in-person exam required)
• Respiratory Safety Clearance (renewed annually)

Background and History Checks

• 7-year Background Check (within 6 months of start) including SSN trace, county searches, sex offender, education verification, and more
• EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG checks (updated annually)
• References: 2 professional references for clinical/allied/per diem acute care; 1 for per diem non-acute care (within 3 years)
• Employment Application with full 7 years of work history, no gaps
• Work History Verification (up to 7 years, gaps over 30 days must be explained)
• Education Verification (highest level achieved)
• Sex Offender Search (within 90 days of start)
• FACIS Level 3 screening (within 2 weeks of start, monthly updates required)
• State-specific searches as applicable (e.g., California Medi-Cal Search)

Notes

• Candidates must be local to the area (LOCALS ONLY).
• All certifications and documents must be verified and uploaded as required within specified timeframes.
• Religious exemptions require specific documentation and approval.
• Some certifications and requirements may vary by position and must be confirmed with the facility or agency.

This position offers a structured schedule with no weekend or on-call duties, ideal for Nuclear Medicine Technologists certified and experienced in patient care and imaging procedures within a reputable healthcare system.