Nuclear Medicine Technologist

ZipRecruiter; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in brain and mental health is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join their team. The ideal candidate will perform SPECT scans, manage patient doses, and ensure quality assurance in a fast-paced clinic. This role requires strong organizational skills and a compassionate approach to patient care. Join a mission-driven team that values employee ownership and patient-first experiences.

Qualifications

• Current Nuclear Medicine Technologist certification required.
• Experience working with children and adults, managing large patient volumes.

Responsibilities

• Perform brain SPECT scans and related quality assurance procedures.
• Prepare and administer patient doses and maintain documentation.

Skills

Time Management

Organization

Teamwork

Communication

Empathy

Education

Nuclear Medicine Technologist License

Tools

MAS Accounting Software

ADP Workforce Now

Crystal Reports

BizInsight

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join the Leader in Brain and Mental Health

At Amen Clinics Inc./Mindworks Innovations Inc., our vision is bold: to be known as the best brain and mental health company in the world. Every member of our team plays a vital role in making that vision a reality—delivering exceptional care, advancing innovation, and changing lives every day.

We’re proud to be an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, meaning every employee is also an owner—sharing in the success and growth of the organization. As part of our team, you’ll contribute to our mission and build long-term value for yourself and your future. Ownership isn’t just a benefit here; it’s a mindset we embrace in everything we do.

Must have current Nuclear Medicine Technologist certification.

Amen Clinics are outpatient health care clinics providing mental wellness strategies to patients of all ages since 1989. We offer patient-first experiences and customized solutions for behavioral and psychiatric conditions. Our team includes psychiatrists, integrative physicians, nutritionists, therapists, and wellness coaches, all skilled at treating patients with the least harmful, most effective methods. We utilize all available tools to promote brain health, believing a better brain leads to a better life. Our mission aims to prevent and alleviate suffering for individuals and communities alike.

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist works in a fast-paced, high-volume clinic, demonstrating efficiency, patience, and compassion. The ideal candidate has experience working with children and adults, is well-organized, and capable of conducting patient studies, dosing, and daily QC procedures. Since the clinic receives unit doses from an outside nuclear pharmacy, efficiency is essential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform brain SPECT scans and related quality assurance procedures
• Prepare patients for IV procedures
• Prepare and administer patient doses
• Process and print scan images daily
• Follow testing protocols
• Maintain Odyssey hard drive and accurate logs
• Perform daily camera QC and hot lab duties
• Conduct daily surveys, weekly wipe tests, and manage isotope vials
• Maintain documentation and perform semi-annual and quarterly quality tests
• Manage medical supplies inventory

Qualifications and Requirements

• Current Nuclear Medicine Technologist License in applicable state
• Ability to handle large patient volumes efficiently
• Experience working with challenging patients
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly
• Strong time management, organization, and teamwork skills
• Empathy, emotional stability, and genuine care for patients
• Familiarity with brain imaging and Picker Prism 3000 system is a plus

Amen Clinics, Inc. is a drug-free workplace requiring background checks.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Intermediate to expert knowledge of MAS accounting software and payroll systems (experience with ADP Workforce Now is a plus)
• Experience with Crystal Reports and BizInsight is advantageous
• Knowledge of healthcare or medical services is a plus
• Proficiency in business, finance, and accounting fundamentals
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word
• Ability to anticipate needs and work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent communication, organizational, and deadline management skills

Physical Demands

Must meet physical requirements, including sitting, typing, viewing screens, using office equipment, hearing, and occasional lifting up to 15 lbs., with accommodations available for disabilities.

Work Environment

Indoor, temperature-controlled environment with moderate noise levels. Reasonable accommodations are provided for disabilities.