Senior Nuclear Medical Technologist

UCLA Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health is seeking a Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform high-quality diagnostic imaging and radiopharmaceutical procedures in a patient-centered environment.

You will operate nuclear medicine equipment, ensure safety, conduct quality control, and contribute to image processing and optimization under physician supervision.

Qualifications

• Current certification as Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB) or ARRT.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and explain procedures with clarity and compassion.
• Prepare, QC, calibrate and administer radiopharmaceuticals as directed.

Job description

Join our team as a Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist and play a vital role in delivering accurate, high-quality diagnostic imaging that supports exceptional patient care. In this advanced role, you will operate nuclear medicine equipment with expert proficiency, ensuring safe, precise, and efficient examinations. Primary duties include:

• Conduct patient interviews, communicating clearly and compassionately with patients of all ages to explain procedures, provide reassurance, and promote a positive experience.
• Prepare, perform quality control, calibrate, and administer radiopharmaceutical compounds.
• Handle, prepare, witness, and administer adjunctive medications under direct physician supervision.
• Perform patient imaging and therapeutic procedures, including computer processing and image enhancement.

Job Qualifications

• Current certification as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Valid California Nuclear Medicine Technology license issued by the Department of Health Services, Radiologic Health Branch.