Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $3,752 per week
: Job Details :

IDR Healthcare is seeking a travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel job in Monterey, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 08/11/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT)OutpatientMonterey, CAFull Time Monday-Friday (no weekend or call)Job Description:Client is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) to provide PET/CT imaging services in our new outpatient PET/CT department. Hours of operation are Monday–Friday with no weekend or on-call responsibilities. Technologists will administer radiopharmaceuticals, perform imaging procedures, and support clinical workflows in a caring and highly collaborative environment. NMT will be working in our brand-new outpatient facility serving adult, ambulatory patients. Techs will be able to work independently and help shape workflows as the department grows. This is a full-time, non-exempt position, Monday thru Friday workweek with 8 or 10 hour shifts. Volume will be 4-5 PETs a day with CT's scattered throughout.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Competently perform PET/CT scans on adult patients.
• Prepare, administer, measure, log, and dispose of radioactive isotopes utilizing proper equipment.
• Practice radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patients and staff.
• Perform imaging procedures including radiotracer administration, protocol setup, positioning, image acquisition, and archiving.
• Assist in procedure scheduling and related front office functions to ensure smooth workflow.
• Maintain ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements.
• Ensure accurate patient demographic information, report distribution, and file management.
• Assist in collecting clinical data for follow-up or educational use.
• Conduct daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly QA/QC on PET/CT equipment per CA and ACR standards.
• Report malfunctions or contamination to appropriate parties (e.g., Radiation Safety Officer).
• Support maintenance of imaging protocol manuals and implementation of software upgrades.
• Monitor and maintain medical supply inventory.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Complete other tasks or duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
• NMTCB (CNMT) or ARRT(N) certification, current and in good standing – Required.
• California Nuclear Medicine Technologist License – Required.
• BLS certification – Required.
• At least 1 year of experience in PET/CT imaging is preferred.
• Knowledge of safety hazards and handling of PET/CT equipment.
• Experience with ACR accreditation and PACS/RIS systems.
• Proficient in positioning patients, preparing/administering isotopes, and identifying equipment issues.
• Strong understanding of radiation safety practices including ALARA and RAML compliance.

IDR Job ID #448741. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About IDR Healthcare

IDR Healthcare is an awarding winning staffing firm that believes it is a privilege and awesome responsibility to serve those who selflessly care for others. Our mission is to empower healthcare professionals to achieve their fullest potential both personally and professionally while they create positive change within the healthcare community.

We exercise true grit, tenacity, and authenticity while embracing and ownership mindset to go above and beyond providing healthcare professionals a world class experience.

We are employee owned and our travelers and clinicians earn shares/equity by just completing multiple assignments!

We have been named SIA's Fastest Growing Staffing Firms and have won ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing for 11 consecutive years! This cements our commitment to clinician satisfaction earning top net promoter scores putting us in the top 2% of agencies in North America!

Help us give back! For every booked assignment, proceeds are donated to St. Jude and Feeding America! Last year we raised over $18,000 for St. Jude and provided over 49,000 meals for children in need.

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Benefits

• Weekly pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• License and certification reimbursement
• Vision benefits