Nuclear Medicine Technologist
San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Nuclear Medicine Tech

Location: San Francisco, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: Day (5x8 hours), 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Contract Length: 26 weeks (approximately 6 months)
Hours per Week: 40

Job Description

• Work an 8-hour day shift; start dates may vary.
• Ability to float to other facilities within the system.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Nuclear Medicine Technologist license in California.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist experience within the last year.
• Current Nuclear Medicine Technologist certification: NMTCB or ARRT (N).

Preferred Qualifications

• ACLS certification preferred.
• CT license preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in science or equivalent credentials.

Required Certifications & Competencies

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – AHA certified, original card required at orientation.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – AHA certified preferred.
• Pass/Fail Telemetry Exam required on first day for applicable units.
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam with a passing score of 80% or higher.
• Unit-specific Competency Exam with a passing score of 80% or higher.
• Core Parts I, II, and III training with passing scores, completed within one year prior to start and updated annually.
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit assignment.

Background and Verification Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, including specific county and nationwide searches.
• Education verification or copy of diploma/transcript.
• Primary source verification of state license within 30 days of start.
• Drug testing: Standard 9-panel (excluding THC) within 30 days of start; must be re-run every 2 years.
• Two supervisory references required, preferably from the most recent employment.
• Current and updated resume covering the last 7 years; gaps of 30 days or more must be explained.
• Unit-specific skills checklist updated annually.

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including physician’s statement of fitness to work.
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start; specific approved mask types required.
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years (declinations not accepted except medical exemptions).
• Two negative TB tests required: one within 1 year and one within 3 months of start, or chest X-ray if positive TB history.
• Annual TB questionnaire within 30 days of start.
• Immunity or vaccination documentation required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella (IGG titer or 2 vaccines; history of disease not accepted)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or facility-specific declination required during flu season (Nov-April).
• COVID-19 vaccination is strongly recommended but not required as of current policy.

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Completion of parking and uniform information acknowledgment prior to start.
• Review and initial COVID-19 preparedness update.
• Completion of annual cybersecurity awareness training and quiz.
• Completion of learning modules assigned through the facility’s learning management system.
• Emergency contact information must be provided.
• Compliance with facility-specific policies on HIPAA and confidentiality agreements.

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be prepared for pass/fail exams on medication and telemetry during orientation.
• Floating to other facilities within the system may be required.
• Background checks and verifications must be current and approved prior to start.
• All documentation must be uploaded and approved according to facility timelines.

This position is ideal for Nuclear Medicine Technologists with solid experience, proper licensure, and certifications who are interested in a travel contract opportunity in a major California city.