Location: Bakersfield, CA

Start Date: 02-16-2026

End Date: 05-18-2026

Shift Type: Days, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, EOW (every other week) schedule; rotating weekday on-call after 4:30 PM; rotating weekend and holiday on-call coverage (day shift with rotating call and weekends)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $67 per hour

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 diagnostic nuclear medicine studies including cardiac imaging, SPECT, bone scans, bleed studies and gastric emptying with accuracy and compassion
• Operate, troubleshoot and maintain GE nuclear medicine equipment to ensure consistent image quality
• Use Radnet, Merge Unity and Cerner for image acquisition, archiving and electronic charting
• Follow radiation safety and quality assurance protocols to protect patients and staff
• Provide clear patient education and thoughtful care before, during and after procedures
• Collaborate closely with radiologists, lead techs and the care team to support timely, high-quality results
• Float to Mercy Downtown as needed (approximately 6.5 miles) and adapt to department needs
• Participate in rotating call and weekend coverage to support continuous patient care

Qualifications

• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) via NMTCB required
• BLS certification (AHA or ARC) required
• Minimum of 2 years of nuclear medicine technologist experience
• Comfortable working day shifts with rotating on-call and weekend responsibilities
• Ability to float to Mercy Downtown when requested

Education

• CNMT certification (NMTCB) required
• BLS (AHA or ARC) required
• BSN not required

Knowledge & Skills

• Hands-on experience with SPECT and cardiac nuclear imaging protocols
• Familiarity with Radnet and Merge Unity PACS systems for image management
• Experience charting in Cerner or similar EMR systems
• Proficient with GE nuclear medicine equipment and routine QA
• Strong patient care, positioning and communication skills
• Solid understanding of radiation safety and imaging quality standards

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for tomorrow
• Paid time off so you can recharge and come back energized
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Generous referral bonus program — bring a friend, get rewarded
• Travel reimbursement and housing support options for contract assignments
• A supportive team and lead techs who value your skills and input
• Professional development opportunities and continuing education support

Travel Perks: Explore Bakersfield, CA

This is a 13-week contract opportunity in Bakersfield — explore local favorites like Buck Owens' Crystal Palace for live music and classic local culture, stroll the Kern River Parkway or enjoy outdoor time at Hart Park, visit the Bakersfield Museum of Art and Buena Vista Museum of Natural History, and savor the city's renowned Basque and local dining scene. Day trips to nearby foothills and Sequoia-region recreation make for great weekend adventures.

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