Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist Job

Healthforce; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 163,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

24/7 recruiter and travel support

Extension opportunities

Referral bonus up to $1,000

Job summary

Healthforce is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel assignment in Glendale, CA. The position runs for 12 weeks with a guaranteed 40 hours per week in a hospital-based setting.

Shifts are on a 4x10-day pattern, typically 7:00 AM–5:30 PM, starting 10/26/2026. Must hold California licensure and ARRT/NMTCB certification; venipuncture credentials are required.

Qualifications

• Education: Diploma/certificate from an accredited Nuclear Medicine program; Bachelor's degree in nuclear medicine technology or equivalent (preferred).
• Licenses/Certifications: California State Nuclear Medicine License required; ARRT (Nuclear Medicine) or NMTCB certification required; Venipuncture certification required; Facility-specific ARRT or NMTCB certification required; Venipuncture (IV) certification required.
• Experience: At least two years of recent experience in nuclear medicine; current BLS certification; current nursing license per the state of assignment.

Responsibilities

• Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation intravenously to detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment.
• Prepare and measure radioactive isotopes; calculate doses to be administered by radiologists.
• Perform screening procedures to support diagnostic interpretation and imaging workflows.
• Administer intravenous injections in accordance with established procedures, including venipuncture as required.
• Document all pertinent information regarding radioactive materials and surveys; maintain procedure quality control and safety standards.
• Coordinate patient flow and communicate with care teams; elevate questions or issues to more senior staff as needed.
• Adhere to department policies and contribute to continuous process improvement.

Skills

BLS Certification

Venipuncture

Patient Care

Safety Compliance

Education

Diploma/Certificate in Nuclear Medicine

Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology (preferred)

Tools

ARRT (Nuclear Medicine)

NMTCB Certification

Venipuncture Certification

California State Nuclear Medicine License

Facility-specific ARRT/NMTCB Certification

Job description

Overview

Nuclear Medicine Technologist position in Nuclear Medicine, located in Glendale, California. This travel assignment starts on 10/26/2026 for 12 weeks, with a guaranteed 40 hours per week across a 4x10-day shift pattern. The position offers a weekly pay range of $3,583-$3,697 and operates in a hospital-based setting.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $3,583-$3,697 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 40 per week
• Contract duration: 12 weeks
• Shift: 4x10 days; typical hours 7:00 AM–5:30 PM
• Start date: 10/26/2026
• Work setting: Hospital-based travel assignment in Glendale, CA
• Employment type: Travel - Temporary Assignment

Responsibilities

• Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation intravenously to detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment.
• Prepare and measure radioactive isotopes; calculate doses to be administered by radiologists.
• Perform screening procedures to support diagnostic interpretation and imaging workflows.
• Administer intravenous injections in accordance with established procedures, including venipuncture as required.
• Document all pertinent information regarding radioactive materials and surveys; maintain procedure quality control and safety standards.
• Coordinate patient flow and communicate with care teams; elevate questions or issues to more senior staff as needed.
• Adhere to department policies and contribute to continuous process improvement.

Requirements

• Education: Diploma/certificate from an accredited Nuclear Medicine program; Bachelor's degree in nuclear medicine technology or equivalent (preferred).
• Licenses/Certifications: California State Nuclear Medicine License required; ARRT (Nuclear Medicine) or NMTCB certification required; Venipuncture certification required; Facility-specific ARRT or NMTCB certification required; Venipuncture (IV) certification required.
• Experience: At least two years of recent experience in nuclear medicine; current BLS certification; current nursing license per the state of assignment.
• Other: Ability to work in a hospital setting and comply with assignment requirements; eligible for travel assignment in California.

Benefits and Support

• 24/7 recruiter and travel support
• Dedicated support throughout the assignment
• Housing assistance
• Fast credentialingNationwide assignments
• Extension opportunities
• Referral bonus up to $1,000

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.