Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Modesto, California
Sutter Health Briggsmore Specialty Center

Job Opportunity: Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Location: Modesto, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Support nuclear stress tests, performing approximately 12 tests per day.
• May be required to float to a nearby location for coverage as needed.
• Work schedule: 5 days a week, 8-hour day shifts starting between 6:30 AM and 7:00 AM. Weekend work as required by unit needs.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Nuclear Medicine Technologist license in California
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, with experience within the last year
• ARRT (N) certification
• CNMT certification
• RHN certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Experience

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Minimum years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard for Nuclear Medicine Technologist (typically 1-2 years).
• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience.

Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC only.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) may be required depending on position.
• Other certifications may be position-dependent; verify as needed.

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start.
• Various federal and state screenings including EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, FACIS Level 3, Sex Offender Search, and others as applicable.
• Education verification and transcript/diploma validation required.
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids per California law).
• Physical exam within 1 year of start.
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually (with accommodations for religious exemptions).
• Immunizations and health screenings required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days of start, renewed annually
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella immunity or vaccination as required
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov-April) or signed declination
• Respiratory safety clearance required prior to start, renewed annually.

Documentation & Compliance

• Must provide full 7 years of work history with no gaps.
• Unit-specific skills checklist required, renewed annually.
• Various facility-specific documents and attestations must be reviewed and signed prior to start, including standards of business conduct, code of conduct, vendor training, and others.
• References: 2 professional references required for clinical positions within 3 years.

Additional Notes

• Floating to other nearby locations may be required.
• Weekend shifts may be necessary based on unit needs.
• Candidates with religious exemptions for certain requirements must complete specific exemption forms and obtain approval.

This position is ideal for Nuclear Medicine Technologists licensed in California who are comfortable with travel assignments and flexible scheduling.