Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $3,555 per week

Talent4Health is seeking a travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel job in La Mesa, California.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Nuclear Medicine TechnologistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalStart Date: 04/13/2026Duration: 13 weeks40 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, daysEmployment Type: TravelJob SummaryRole: Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NM Tech)Location: La Mesa, CaliforniaType: Travel Contract (91 weeks)Hours: 40 hrs/weekShift: 8-hour day shifts (variable timing)Schedule + On-Call (Important)Regular Shift Options:6:30 AM – 3:00 PM7:30 AM – 4:00 PM8:30 AM – 5:30 PMOn-Call System:As neededMust respond within 45 minutesWorkflow:Get call at homeCall pharmacy to prepare radioactive doseInform physician of delayGo to hospital when dose arrives (~1–1.5 hrs)This means:You're not always called in, but when you are, it's urgentModerate disruption, not constant like ICU callCore Job FunctionYou'll work in nuclear medicine + CT imaging, which includes:Administering radiopharmaceuticalsPerforming:Nuclear scans (PET/SPECT)CT scansMonitoring patient safety during imagingCoordinating with physicians for diagnosisKey ResponsibilitiesPatient care (assessment ? planning ? implementation ? evaluation)Maintain radiation safety standardsHandle complex or unusual imaging casesCollaborate with healthcare teamAdvocate for patient care qualityExperience RequirementMandatory:Minimum 2 years experience in RadiologyNot entry-level — you must already be working in imagingCertifications (VERY STRICT – Make or Break)Basic RequirementBLS (Basic Life Support) – from American Heart AssociationCalifornia License (CRITICAL)California Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT)Without this:You cannot legally work in CaliforniaNuclear Medicine Certification (Choose One)American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (Nuclear Medicine)ORNuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (CNMT)CT Certification (Also Mandatory)ARRT (CT)ORNMTCB (CT)This is what makes this job more advanced than typical NM Tech rolesEducation RequirementMust complete a recognized Nuclear Medicine training programMust meet California + federal certification standardsAbout Talent4HealthA leader and innovator, offering comprehensive talent solutions for the healthcare industry across the nation. Talent4Health, based in Wilmington, DE is a one stop solution that offers access to an inclusive network of excellent healthcare professionals through its state-of-the-art recruitment strategies and extensive career opportunities. We have successfully placed over 3000 plus clinicians with the topmost healthcare facilities across 50 states in the US. With countless prestigious clients under our umbrella, backed up by passionate and hard-working recruiters, we are a team you have been looking for! Why Choose us?When it comes to choosing a recruitment agency, it's imperative to consider what all they have to offer.ProficiencyOur seasoned team of professionals has years of experience and we are dedicated to provide the highest quality service to our clients and candidates.Personalized serviceWe understand that every candidate is unique, and we work closely with each one to develop a customized plan that meets their specific needs.ConsistencyWe are devoted to offer dependable recruitment solutions for our candidates, and we are always a phone call away for all their questions or concerns.Comprehensive careOur healthcare recruitment team works for different specialties, so there is a job for everyone.If this is all that excites you, do visit http://www.talent4health.comtoday!