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

Job Opportunity: Nuclear Medical Technologist

Location: San Francisco, California
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceutical dosages for imaging procedures.
• Operate imaging equipment to scan patient body areas as requested by healthcare providers.
• Explain procedures to patients, providing reassurance and support, especially for those who are fearful, nervous, or in pain.
• Maintain and ensure safe operation of imaging equipment.
• Shift: 3x8 hour shifts, Days (0800-1700), Wednesday to Friday. No floating, on-call, or weekend requirements.
• Locals only.

Required Qualifications

• Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) certification.
• Higher years of specialty experience (if specified elsewhere) should be met.

Certifications (as applicable)

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or ARC only.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC only.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA or ARC only.
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) - AHA/AAP only, must be Instructor or Advanced Provider Course.
• CCRN (Critical Care RN) - verify if applicable.
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - valid for 4 years.
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - verify if applicable.
• State License - professional license copy and primary source verification within 30 days of start.
• Tech Certification Verification - required within 30 days of start.
• IV Certification (if applicable).
• Other certifications may be required depending on position specifics.

Background Checks & Compliance

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start, including SSN trace with all aliases, county searches, sex offender search, education verification, and international search if applicable.
• FACIS Level 3 screening required within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required and updated annually.
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law).
• TB Screening Questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually.
• Immunizations and health screenings as required (see Health Documents).

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start.
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (specific mask types accepted).
• Immunizations:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years).
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days, renewed annually.
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella - proof of immunity or vaccination.
  • Hepatitis B series or declination.
  • Varicella - proof of immunity or vaccination.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov-April), or signed declination.
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start.

Competency Exams (as applicable)

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (may be required for some units).
• Other competency exams as required by profession or unit.

Employment History & Documentation

• Full 7 years of work history required in application, including city and state, with no gaps.
• Employment verification for up to 7 years required; gaps over 30 days must be explained.
• Attestations for unverifiable employment accepted only under strict conditions.
• References: 2 professional references required for clinical/allied/per diem acute care; 1 for per diem non-acute care.

Facility Specific Requirements

• Candidate must review and sign various facility policies and documents prior to start, including:

  • Job description acknowledgment
  • Standards of Business Conduct
  • Vendor Training
  • Code of Conduct
  • Overpayment Refund Policy
  • Regulatory Orientation for Contracted Workers
  • Dress Code Policy
  • Conditional Offer of Employment Attestation (no conditional clearances allowed)
  • Religious accommodation forms if applicable

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• No floating, on-call, or weekend shifts required.
• Locals only (candidates must be local to the area).

This position is ideal for Nuclear Medical Technologists with the required certification and experience who are looking for a 13-week travel contract in San Francisco with a stable day shift schedule and no weekend or on-call duties.