Location: Bakersfield, CA

Start Date: 03-02-2026

End Date: 06-01-2026

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8-hour day shifts (Days 5x8s). Rotating weekday call after 4:30 PM, rotating weekends, and rotating holiday on-call. Staff may float to Mercy Downtown as needed. Exact daily start/end times vary by unit.

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 high-quality nuclear medicine studies including cardiac, SPECT, bone scans, bleed studies, and gastric emptying
• Operate and maintain GE nuclear medicine equipment and associated imaging systems
• Accurately document procedures and patient information in Cerner and archive images in Radnet / Merge Unity
• Coordinate with on-site radiologists and the lead technologist to ensure timely, safe patient care
• Float to nearby Mercy Downtown when needed to provide coverage and continuity of services
• Participate in rotating call and weekend coverage to support 24/7 imaging needs
• Follow safety protocols and maintain required certifications to protect patients and staff

Qualifications

• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) via NMTCB — required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA or ARC) — required
• At least 2 years of nuclear medicine technologist experience
• Comfortable performing cardiac imaging, SPECT, bone scans, bleed studies, and gastric emptying studies
• Experience with PACS and EMR systems, specifically Radnet, Merge Unity, and Cerner
• Able to float to Mercy Downtown (approximately 6.5 miles) and participate in rotating call and weekend coverage
• No IV starts required for this role

Education

• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) via NMTCB required

Knowledge & Skills

• In-depth knowledge of nuclear medicine procedures and imaging protocols
• Proficiency with SPECT imaging and interpretation workflow
• Hands-on experience with GE imaging equipment
• Familiarity with PACS systems (Radnet, Merge Unity) and Cerner charting
• Strong patient-care and communication skills
• Detail-oriented approach to image acquisition, labeling, and documentation
• Ability to multitask in an acute care environment and collaborate with radiologists

Benefits

• Supportive team environment where your skills are valued and growth is encouraged
• Medical, dental & vision coverage options to keep you and your family healthy
• Paid time off so you can recharge and come back ready to care
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional credentials
• Paid orientation to get you comfortable and confident on day one
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and help build a great team
• Continuing education support to keep your skills sharp and career moving
• Work-life balance with predictable 8-hour day shifts and rotating schedules

Travel Perks: Explore Bakersfield, CA

Explore Bakersfield between shifts: catch live country music and Tex-Mex vibes at Buck Owens' Crystal Palace, wander the Kern County Museum to soak up local history, browse the Bakersfield Museum of Art, and enjoy outdoor time along the Kern River or nearby trails. For bigger weekend adventures, Sequoia National Park is within easy driving distance for stunning groves and hiking, and Los Angeles is a doable road trip for a city escape.

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