Lead, Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Scripps Green Hospital

Job Description

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Located on the Torrey Pines Mesa near I-5 and Genesee Avenue in La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital has served the greater San Diego community since 1977. We provide some of the region’s best care, including several nationally ranked specialty programs.

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Scripps Green Hospital is attached to Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines. Together we offer dozens of medical and surgical services, including cancer care, orthopedic surgery and organ transplantation.

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This is a benefited, full time position (64 hours per pay period) generally working weekdays on an 8-hr shift schedule with start times ranging from 7-8am. Call is required after hours (4-8pm, about twice a week) and weekends (8am-8pm, about once or twice a month). Hours will vary as needed. Located at Scripps Green Hospital in La Jolla. 

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Why join Scripps Health?

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At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated:

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• Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.
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• Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2026.
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• Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.
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• Becker's Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2026 list of 150 top places to work in health care.
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• We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.
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• Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.
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Why Scripps Green Nuclear Medicine?

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• Wide variety of cases and procedures keeps the work interesting, with experience in much more than just cardiology.
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• Staff gain exposure to a broad range of imaging exams, including cardiac, abdomen/HIDA, bone scans with SPECT-CT, breast imaging, and chest/lung scans.
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• This department is a great fit for someone who wants to build diverse skills, keep learning, and work in a dynamic environment.
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What you'll do: 

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  Functions as liaison between state and federal agencies for licensure, certification, and QA requirements for the entire radiology department.

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  Responsible for providing age specific care, education and imaging procedures in conjunction with other members of the defined health care team. 

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  Adheres to safety standards and regulatory requirements; participates in QC and PI activities; maintains own clinical competency and mandatory requirements. 

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  Maintains all records as needed to verify that regulations are being maintained at all times. 

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  Responsible for charge reconciliation audits for procedures performed in Nuclear Medicine department.

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This position is eligible for up to $10k in New Hire Retention Incentives and relocation up to $6k if moving from 100+ miles away. 

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The following are not eligible for hiring incentives:

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• Internal candidates
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• Rehires that left Scripps less than 3 years ago
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In order to remain eligible for your retention incentive the following criteria must be met:

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• Must remain in original hired FTE Status and Shift (if specified in offer letter)
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• Must remain in original department/specialty
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• Must remain in original Job Title
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Transfers to other locations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may result in forfeiting remaining incentive bonus unless specifically noted in your offer letter.

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Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:  

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• Completion of a formal training/educational program in an approved school of Radiology Technology
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• Imaging experience in a hospital or clinic setting
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• Excellent interpersonal skills
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Required Certification/Registration:

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• CNMT
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• RT-VEN
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• BLS through the American Heart Association
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Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:

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• 2 years' experience
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• Knowledge of patient focused care delivery
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At Scripps Health, you will experience the pride, support and respect of an organization that has been repeatedly recognized as one of the nation’s Top 100 Places to Work.
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\n Position Pay Range: $62.80-$91.07/hour\n