Nuclear Med Tech - 141970

UC San Diego/UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health in La Jolla is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform radionuclide imaging, prepare patients, and ensure high-quality studies under Radiologist guidance.

The role requires licensure in Nuclear Medicine, BART/BLS at hire, and recent program completion. Flexible scheduling includes daytime shifts and potential on-call hours.

Qualifications

• California Nuclear Medicine Technologist license/certification required (NMTCB or ARRT).
• BART or BLS at time of hire with plan to obtain within six months.
• Recent graduate or new graduate from an accredited Nuclear Medicine technology program.
• Experience in a similar role preferred.
• Understanding of PACS and RIS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine to complex Nuclear Medicine procedures with radioactive materials.
• Prepare and position patients to achieve high-quality images; follow radiologist protocols.
• Enter data into computer systems; review images for quality and accuracy.
• Educate patient and communicate with Radiologist.
• Work schedule includes days, 10-hour shifts.

Job description

Payroll Title: NUC MED TCHNO SR

Department: La Jolla Radiology

Hiring Pay Scale: $65.73 - $92.15 / Hour

Worksite: La Jolla

Appointment Type: Career

Appointment Percent: 100%

Union: HX Contract

Total Openings: 1

Work Schedule: Days, 10-Hour Shifts

#141970 Nuclear Med Tech

Filing Deadline: Thu 11/12/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 11/3/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, performs routine to complex Nuclear Medicine procedures utilizing radioactive materials and radioactive pharmaceuticals in accordance with established Nuclear Medicine guidelines and protocols. Performs radionuclide imaging of organs, organ systems, compartments physiologic functions, assays of body fluids, tissues and radiobioassays. Demonstrates and applies knowledge of Nuclear Medicine imaging. Demonstrates and applies knowledge of principles of radiation safety.

Prepares and positions patient for procedure by using established Nuclear Medicine protocols to achieve the highest quality image. Follows protocols specified by the Radiologist. Educates patient, collects patient history, and communicates patient information to the Radiologist. Enters complex data into the computer systems. Reviews, verifies and evaluates images to ensure technical quality and image quality. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• California Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technician license issued by NMTCB OR Registered Technologist for Nuclear Medicine Technology issued by ARRT (R.T(N)(ARRT)).
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Recent graduate of a school of accredited Nuclear Medicine technology program.
• Recent experience in a similar role and setting or new graduate of an approved Nuclear Medicine technology program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Understanding of various radiological systems to include PACS and RIS.
• One (1) year of hospital experience.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various locations based on business needs.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, On-Call and overtime, if necessary.

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Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $137,244 - $192,409 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $65.73 - $92.15

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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