Location: La Palma, CA

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Variable 8-hour shifts across a 7-day schedule (per diem), schedule varies including weekends

Hours per Week: 40

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine imaging procedures with attention to safety and patient comfort
• Operate imaging equipment and follow established protocols for quality imaging
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals following DCI/BVP and safety standards
• Document procedures, results, and patient information accurately in EPIC
• Maintain radiation safety practices and perform routine equipment quality checks
• Collaborate with technologists, nurses, and physicians to support timely patient care
• Participate in required competency exams and specialty checklists to ensure proficiency

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of nuclear medicine experience (acute care experience preferred)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• DCI/BVP certification as required by the facility
• License/certificate verification as part of onboarding
• Experience using EPIC or similar electronic health record systems
• Successful completion of employer-required screenings: drug screen, TB testing, immunizations (COVID-19, MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Influenza), fit test, and others listed
• Willingness to complete Prime Core Competencies Exam, Prime Skills Checklist, and Prime Specialty Exam

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid understanding of nuclear medicine imaging techniques and radiopharmaceutical handling
• Familiarity with EPIC for documentation and order workflow
• Strong patient communication and bedside manner
• Knowledge of radiation safety and infection control practices
• Attention to detail for accurate documentation and QC tasks
• Ability to work independently in a per diem setting and adapt to variable schedules

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling so you can pick shifts that fit your life
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement support to keep your credentials current
• Opportunities to gain varied clinical experience across acute care settings
• A supportive team that values your contributions and professional growth
• Access to professional training and competency testing to sharpen your skills
• Work-life friendly scheduling with the ability to pick up extra shifts when you want
• Exposure to EPIC electronic health record workflows, boosting your clinical tech resume
• A workplace that prioritizes safety, immunizations, and thorough onboarding

Travel Perks: Explore La Palma, CA

La Palma sits in the heart of Orange County — you’re minutes from Anaheim (home of Disneyland Resort and Angel Stadium), a short drive to Huntington and Newport beaches for surf and sunsets, and near family-friendly spots like Knott’s Berry Farm and local parks. Enjoy coastal day trips, vibrant dining in neighboring Fullerton or Anaheim, and easy freeway access for weekend escapes to Los Angeles or the mountains.

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