Travel PET/CT Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $2,931 per week

Jackson HealthPros is seeking a travel Positron Emission Tomography Technologist for a travel job in Santa Maria, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Positron Emission Tomography Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Jackson HealthPros is seeking a skilled nuclear medicine technologist to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team where you’ll be responsible for preparing and administering radioactive drugs and operate radiation detection and imaging equipment.

Minimum Requirements

• An associate or bachelor’s degree in nuclear medicine technology.
• State license and certification to practice nuclear medicine.
• BLS certification.
• 2 years' experience as a nuclear medicine technologist.
• Experience working in a PET/CT unit.
• Familiarity with Cerner charting system.
• Ability to complete a 12-hour orientation as required by the facility.

Apply now and you'll be contacted by a recruiter who’ll give you more information.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital.
• Unit: PET/CT.
• Shift: Days, 8-hour days, Monday through Friday.
• Assignment duration: 13 weeks, start date in May 2026 and end date in August 2026.
• Orientation: 12 hours.
• Cancellation policy: Facility may cancel up to 4 shifts for a 13-week assignment (facility-specific policy).

Location Highlights

Santa Maria, CA offers a central coastal California location with access to outdoor recreation and wine country. The city lies approximately 30 miles north of Pismo Beach and 45 miles west of San Luis Obispo, providing convenient access to Pacific Coast beaches and Highway 101. Santa Maria is adjacent to the Santa Maria Valley wine region and within a one-hour drive to multiple wineries in the Foxen Canyon and Los Olivos areas. The location supports an outdoor lifestyle with nearby hiking and biking opportunities in the Los Padres National Forest, surf access at nearby beaches, and a moderate coastal climate year-round. Transit options include Highway 101 for regional commuting and Santa Maria Public Airport for local flights, supporting both suburban and semi-rural living preferences.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

As a health professional with Jackson HealthPros, you get flexibility, stability and professional growth with the satisfaction of impacting communities nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts in cities coast to coast. Find your match with our career resources and recruiter support.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Jackson HealthPros Job ID #443585. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

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