Nuclear Medicine Tech Jobs in California
Nuclear Medicine Tech jobs in California are among the most active in the nation, with strong demand across major academic medical centers, integrated health systems, and outpatient imaging networks at every level from entry-level to lead tech. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the largest hiring metros, where institutions like Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, UCSF Health, and Kaiser Permanente maintain consistent openings. The most sought-after specialties in California are PET/CT imaging, cardiac nuclear medicine, and SPECT procedures. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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White Glove Placement is seeking an experienced Travel Registered Nurse (RN) for an exciting Nuclear Medicine Tech travel nursing assignment in Visalia, CA. This travel RN opportunity offers competitive weekly compensation, dedicated recruiter support and the chance to gain valuable experience at a leading healthcare facility.
Travel RN Assignment Details:
- Profession: Registered Nurse (RN)
- Specialty: Nuclear Medicine Tech
- Location: Visalia, CA, 93291
- Shift: 4x10 Days
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks
- Estimated Start Date: 11/09/2026
- Employment Type: Travel Nursing Contract
- Estimated Gross Weekly Wage: $2889 *
Travel RN Requirements:
- A valid RN license in the state of practice
- Minimum of 2 years recent RN experience
- BCLS, ACLS, NRP, & PALS according to the specialty assigned
Why Travel With White Glove Placement?
- Competitive travel nursing compensation
- Weekly pay
- Health benefits for eligible employees
- Dedicated recruiter and assignment support
- Nationwide travel nursing opportunities
- Referral bonus opportunities
- Support from a Joint Commission-certified healthcare staffing company established in 1998
Take the next step in your nursing career with White Glove Placement!! Apply today for this Travel Registered Nurse (RN) job in Visalia, CA, and a recruiter will contact you to discuss the assignment.
- Estimated Gross Weekly Wage is approximate and may vary for local and travel assignments.
ID: 3524759
White Glove Placement is seeking an experienced Travel Registered Nurse (RN) for an exciting Nuclear Medicine Tech travel nursing assignment in Visalia, CA. This travel RN opportunity offers competitive weekly compensation, dedicated recruiter support and the chance to gain valuable experience at a leading healthcare facility.
Travel RN Assignment Details:
- Profession: Registered Nurse (RN)
- Specialty: Nuclear Medicine Tech
- Location: Visalia, CA, 93291
- Shift: 4x10 Days
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks
- Estimated Start Date: 11/09/2026
- Employment Type: Travel Nursing Contract
- Estimated Gross Weekly Wage: $2889 *
Travel RN Requirements:
- A valid RN license in the state of practice
- Minimum of 2 years recent RN experience
- BCLS, ACLS, NRP, & PALS according to the specialty assigned
Why Travel With White Glove Placement?
- Competitive travel nursing compensation
- Weekly pay
- Health benefits for eligible employees
- Dedicated recruiter and assignment support
- Nationwide travel nursing opportunities
- Referral bonus opportunities
- Support from a Joint Commission-certified healthcare staffing company established in 1998
Take the next step in your nursing career with White Glove Placement!! Apply today for this Travel Registered Nurse (RN) job in Visalia, CA, and a recruiter will contact you to discuss the assignment.
- Estimated Gross Weekly Wage is approximate and may vary for local and travel assignments.
ID: 3524759
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nuclear medicine tech jobs across California.
- Active California Radiologic Technology certification with a Nuclear Medicine Technology authorization
- ARRT or NMTCB certification in nuclear medicine technology required by most California employers
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nuclear medicine technology or a related clinical science
- Experience operating gamma cameras, PET/CT scanners, and SPECT imaging equipment
- Current CPR or BLS certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross
- Familiarity with radiation safety regulations and California Department of Public Health protocols
Nuclear Medicine Tech Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nuclear medicine tech in California?
To work as a nuclear medicine tech in California, you must obtain a Radiologic Technology certificate with a Nuclear Medicine Technology authorization from the California Department of Public Health, Radiologic Health Branch. You'll need to complete an accredited nuclear medicine technology program at an associate or bachelor's level and pass either the ARRT or NMTCB certification exam before applying for the state authorization.
How much do nuclear medicine teches make in California?
Nuclear medicine teches in California earn a median of about $162,380 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $122,760 for the lowest 10% to over $200,990 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire nuclear medicine techs in California?
Employers hiring nuclear medicine techs in California right now include Keck Medicine of USC, Sutter Health, and CommonSpirit Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's density of large integrated health systems, academic medical centers, and outpatient imaging chains means consistent openings appear across both hospital and freestanding clinic settings throughout the state.
Which California cities have the most nuclear medicine tech jobs?
Pasadena, Los Angeles, and Visalia have the most nuclear medicine tech openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of its sheer concentration of major hospital systems and academic medical centers, while San Francisco and San Diego benefit from world-class research institutions and large VA medical centers that maintain dedicated nuclear medicine departments year-round.
How can I get hired as a nuclear medicine tech in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate or clinical rotation-to-hire programs at large California health systems such as Kaiser Permanente, UC Health campuses, and Dignity Health, which regularly bring on new grads from accredited programs. Completing your California Radiologic Health Branch authorization and ARRT or NMTCB certification before applying gives you a strong edge. Lateral moves from radiologic technologist or radiation therapy roles are also a recognized pathway into nuclear medicine tech positions at California hospitals.
Where can I find and apply to nuclear medicine tech jobs in California?
You can find and apply to nuclear medicine tech jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across health systems, outpatient imaging centers, and academic medical facilities. Find the roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employer.
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