Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist (PET) - $3,053 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel job in Mission Viejo, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 06/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT/PET Tech) for a 13-week travel assignment at an acute care Magnet-designated hospital in Mission Viejo, CA, requiring at least 6 months of PET experience and ARRT(N) or NMTCB certification with a CA license.

Details

• Acute care Magnet-designated hospital with 426 staffed beds
• Primary placement in the PET department, with potential float to Nuclear Medicine as needed
• Travelers may be required to float between facilities within the state
• Schedule is 4x10 or 5x8 hour day shifts with variable start times between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM
• Weekends required on a rotating basis and may exceed every-other-weekend to accommodate unit needs
• Post-shift and rotating weekend call required; actual call expectations may vary based on experience level and will be discussed during the interview
• Charting via Epic (required)
• Siemens equipment experience highly preferred
• Free parking on-site

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of Nuclear Medicine or PET experience; 6 months of PET experience is a hard requirement
• First-time travelers considered with 2+ years of experience
• ARRT(N) or NMTCB certification required, along with an active CA license (license required if applicable)
• Current BLS certification required
• Must be open to call shifts, including post-shift and rotating weekends
• Epic EMR experience required
• Siemens equipment experience highly preferred
• 2 supervisory references covering at least 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty or setting required for consideration
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• PET certification is not required, but candidates must hold the required Nuclear Medicine certification and have hands-on PET experience
• Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must reside more than 50 miles from the facility
• Candidates living within 50 miles of the facility may be considered but at a different rate; contact your recruiter for details
• Scheduling requests related to outside employment will not be accommodated
• All RTO requests must be submitted upfront; post-offer RTO requests are subject to denial and may risk contract termination
• Minimal RTO is preferred for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-705117. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Nuclear Medicine

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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