Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Dignity Health; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center in Long Beach, CA, seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic imaging using radiopharmaceuticals. The role emphasizes patient safety, radiopharmaceutical handling, and high-quality data for physician interpretation.

Qualified candidates will have CA licensure, CRT, NMTCB certification, and CPR with experience in acute care settings. This on-site position supports a comprehensive hospital with strong community ties.

Qualifications

• High school graduate and completion of NM coursework or internship.
• CA licensure as Nuclear Medical Technologist and CRT certification.
• CPR certification and ARRT/NMTCB credentials maintained.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiopharmaceutical procedures and imaging for diagnosis and therapy.
• Ensure patient safety and adhere to ALARA radiation safety standards.
• Document procedures and manage radioactive materials from receipt to disposal.
• Coordinate patient care with physicians and other care team members.

Skills

Radiation safety

Gamma camera operation

PET imaging

Patient care

Education

Associates Of Science

Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology

Nuclear Medical Technologist CA

Basic Life Support CPR

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will be instrumental in performing specialized diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using radiopharmaceuticals, providing critical insights into organ function and disease processes to guide patient care.

Every day you will prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, operate advanced imaging equipment (e.g., gamma cameras, PET scanners), acquire high-quality images, and process data for physician interpretation. You will be expected to ensure patient safety and comfort, adhere to strict radiation safety protocols, and meticulously document all procedures and radioactive materials from receipt to disposal, contributing directly to accurate diagnosis and treatment.

To be successful in this role, you must possess a strong scientific and technical aptitude, a keen eye for detail, and an unwavering commitment to radiation safety and precise diagnostic imaging.

• Demonstrates ability to assess/interpret age-specific data.
• Encourages involvement of patient, family, significant other in decision making related to plan of care.
• Maintains current NMTCB and CRT licensure.
• Effectively coordinates patient care with physicians and and other disciplines involved.
• Demonstrates knowledge of radiation protection by use of ALARA standards.
• Demonstrates consistent use of radiation protection devices for both patient and hospital personnel.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate
• One year full time work experience or clinical internship in an acute care setting.
• Nuclear Medical Technologist: CA
• Basic Life Support - CPR
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology

Preferred

• Associates Of Science

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1923, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center is a 389-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Long Beach, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, heart care, and orthopedics. Additionally, St. Mary Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and received a Healthgrades 5-Star Award for Heart Failure in 2026.

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Pay Range

$66.42 - $78.14 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.