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Sr. / Principal Nuclear Medicine Technologist

University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/14/2026
Sr. / Principal Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Radiology - Molecular Imaging and Therapeutics

Full Time

87192BR

Job Summary

The technologist is licensed in all scopes of practice as defined by the State of California Radiologic Health branch, and performs routine to complex diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures using radiopharmaceuticals to assist in diagnosis and/or treatment in both the inpatient and outpatient environment. The technologist must be able to work safely in an acute care setting and be able to interact accordingly with anesthesia and/or other patient care departments that visit the Nuclear Medicine environment. Collects, prepares and analyzes biologic specimens and prepares data for interpretation. Responsible for performing radiation safety and quality control procedures on all Nuclear Medicine equipment as required by the department. Participates in orientation and training of assigned staff, students, residents, and faculty. Participates in performance improvement activities in the department.

This position follows a 8 hour day shift working variable days including rotating weekends and taking call. Must have flexibility in scheduling, ability to rotate locations and shifts and provide coverage for weekends and holidays.

The Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist advanced responsibilities can include, yet are not limited to the following:

  • Demonstrate competency and participate in the lead/coordinator role.
  • Demonstrate competency and the ability to instruct two or more of the specialty procedures.
  • Active participation in clinical protocol development, improvement and implementation.
The Principal Nuclear Medicine Technologist advanced responsibilities can include, yet are not limited to the
following:
  • Demonstrate competency and participate in the lead/coordinator role.
  • Active participation in an annual performance improvement project or active participation in NM
  • Quality Assurance/Radiation Safety meetings.
  • Demonstrate competency and the ability to instruct three or more of the specialty procedures, in addition to performing the procedures without direction.
  • Active participation in clinical protocol development, maintenance, improvement and implementation.
  • Active participation in research protocol development, maintenance and implementation.


The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (https://tcs.ucop.edu/non-academic-titles)

Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine training program.
  • Must have flexibility in scheduling, ability to rotate locations and shifts and provide coverage for weekends and holidays.
  • Require CTNM: NMTCB or ARRT (N)
  • Require CA state license - CA Department of Public Health, Certified Technologist, Nuclear Medicine
  • Require BLS (CPR) Certification
  • Sr. Nuc Med Technologist: All of the above AND Minimum 3 years' experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist AND Demonstrate competency and the ability to instruct two or more of the specialty procedures within 6 months of hire/promotio
  • Principal Nuc Med Technologist: All of the above AND Minimum 7 years' experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist AND Demonstrate competency and the ability to instruct three or more of the specialty procedures within 6 months of hire/promotion

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefer recent work experience in an acute care setting.
  • Prefer ACLS
  • Prefer a bachelor's degree in science, or equivalent credentials.
  • Prefer previous experience in a Nuclear Medicine Technologist lead/coordinator role.

    License/Certification

    • Require CTNM: NMTCB or ARRT (N)
    • Require CA state license - CA Department of Public Health, Certified Technologist, Nuclear Medicine
    • Require BLS (CPR) Certification

    About UCSF

    At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

    Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

    Pride Values

    UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

    In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

    Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

    Organization

    Health

    Job Code and Payroll Title

    009003 NUC MED TCHNO SR

    Job Category

    Allied Health, Radiology, Technical & Technologist

    Bargaining Unit

    University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)

    Employee Class

    Career

    Percentage

    100%

    Location

    San Francisco, CA

    Campus

    Mission Bay (SF)

    Work Style

    Fully On-Site

    Shift

    Days, Rotating, Weekends, Variable

    Shift Length

    8 Hours

    Additional Shift Details

    Must have flexibility in scheduling, ability to rotate locations and shifts and provide coverage for weekends and holidays.


    Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Further information about the University of California, San Francisco, is available at diversity.ucsf.edu. UCSF seeks candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence, and the communities we serve.

     

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