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Nuclear Medicine Technologist Cardiac PET-CT

Stockton Cardiology is a growing cardiology practice bringing advanced cardiac PET-CT imaging to patients across the Central Valley. We are seeking a skilled, patient-focused Nuclear Medicine Technologist to run our PET-CT program across our Stockton and Modesto offices. This is an opportunity to help build and lead a growing multi-city cardiac PET-CT program.

If you are looking for a full-time role within a stable, family-like organization with great benefits, look no further!

Position Summary: Stockton Cardiology is a growing cardiology practice bringing advanced cardiac PET-CT imaging to patients across the Central Valley. We are seeking a skilled, patient-focused Nuclear Medicine Technologist to run our PET-CT program across our Stockton and Modesto offices.

You'll work directly with our cardiologists in a modern outpatient setting: no hospital call, no overnight shifts, and a team that values your expertise. If you want to grow with a cutting-edge cardiac imaging service and be paid well to do it, we want to talk to you.

Details:

• Position: Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Cardiac PET-CT)
• Locations: Stockton, CA and Modesto, CA (rotating between sites)
• Type: Fulltime
• Reports to: Imaging Manager / Medical Director

Major Areas of Responsibility:

• Perform cardiac PET-CT myocardial perfusion imaging (rest/stress), including CT attenuation correction and coronary calcium scoring as ordered
• Prepare, assay and administer PET radiopharmaceuticals (e.g., Rubidium-82, N-13 ammonia, F-18 agents) under physician direction
• Operate and elute the Rb-82 generator
• Perform daily dose calibrator, generator and PET-CT quality control checks
• Assist with pharmacologic stress testing (regadenoson, adenosine, dobutamine), including IV starts, ECG and vital-sign monitoring
• Process images and prepare studies for cardiologist interpretation
• Follow radiation safety and ALARA practices
• Maintain dosimetry, waste, receipt and survey records per CDPH Radiologic Health Branch and the practice's radioactive materials license
• Screen and educate patients, obtain consent, and keep them comfortable and safe throughout the exam
• Coordinate schedules, supplies and isotope orders between the Stockton and Modesto sites
• Support accreditation (IAC Nuclear/PET) and payer documentation requirements

Schedule & Work Environment:

• Fulltime MondayFriday daytime clinic hours; no weekends, no call
• Rotating schedule between our Stockton and Modesto offices (mileage reimbursed for travel between sites)
• Outpatient cardiology setting working closely with cardiologists, nurses and stress-lab staff
• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods, lift and transfer patients, and lift up to 50 lbs (e.g., lead-shielded containers)
• Regular work with radioactive materials and ionizing radiation, with full shielding, monitoring and safety training provided

Supervision, Knowledge and Skills, Professional Development, Education and Experience:

Continuing education allowance and paid license/registry renewals

Education and Experience:

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to travel between sites
• Graduate of an accredited nuclear medicine technology program
• Venipuncture and IV access skills
• Preferred:
• 2+ years of cardiac PET or PET-CT experience (new grads with strong PET clinical rotations are encouraged to apply)
• Experience with Rb-82 generator systems and cardiac PET processing software
• Experience with nuclear cardiology SPECT and stress lab operations
• Familiarity with IAC accreditation and radiation safety recordkeeping
• Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Punjabi

Licensure / Certification:

• Current California Nuclear Medicine Technologist certificate from CDPH Radiologic Health Branch
• National certification: CNMT (NMTCB) or ARRT(N)
• Authorization to operate CT on hybrid PET-CT under California requirements (e.g., NMTCB(CT) or ARRT(CT) credential)
• Current BLS; ACLS required within 90 days of hire
• Nice to Have: NMTCB PET specialty certification

Compensation:

• $75hr DOE, plus performance bonus opportunities.
• Mileage reimbursement between sites

We have a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• 10% annual employer contribution to 401k
• 10 Paid Holidays

Stockton Cardiology Medical Group