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Nuclear Med Tech
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Bakersfield, CA, 93301
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : 60.09-70.7 HOUR
Date Posted : 7 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Performs diagnostic examinations and therapeutic procedures utilizing radionuclides and radiopharmaceuticals under the direction of physicians licensed to possess and use radioactive materials.
Job Requirements
Requirements:
- Licensed under the California Radiologic Health Branch in Nuclear Medicine (RG-RHNM)
- BLS required.
Education level necessary to obtain required licensure and certifications.
Preferred Skills:
- 2 years Nuclear Medicine experience preferred.
- ARRT and/or NMTCB preferred.
Special Skills:
- Ability to read an interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
- Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and how to draw and interpret a bar graph.
- Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents and logarithms.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.
Where You'll WorkBakersfield Memorial Hospital includes 385 general acute beds, 48 licensed critical care beds, 13 state-of-the-art surgical suites, and a full-service Emergency Department with an Accredited Chest Pain Center and Nationally Certified Stroke Center. In addition, we offer a beautiful Family Care and Birthing Center, the Lauren Small Children's Center including the area's only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Family Care Center, a Level II NICU, the Sarvanand Heart, and Brain Center with Kern County's first Bi-Plane Interventional Suite, the Center for Wound Care and Hyperbarics, and many more services. Memorial Hospital is a Children’s Miracle Network Hospital and is home to the Bakersfield Ronald McDonald House. Memorial Hospital is a member of Dignity Health and is a trusted community partner, serving residents of Bakersfield and Kern County with quality, compassionate care since 1956. Click here to learn more about Bakersfield Memorial Hospital.
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Frequently asked questions
Bakersfield's healthcare sector shows a steady need for Nuclear Med Techs, driven by facilities like Bakersfield Memorial Hospital. The growing population and advanced medical centers sustain consistent hiring, making this an opportune area for nuclear medicine technologists seeking stable employment.
In California, holding the RG-RHNM license from the Radiologic Health Branch is essential for Nuclear Med Techs. Additionally, credentials like ARRT or NMTCB certification enhance employability, reflecting state regulations and employer preferences.
A Nuclear Med Tech must skillfully handle radionuclides, interpret safety protocols, and perform precise calculations involving ratios and percentages. Strong problem-solving abilities and interpreting complex instructions are vital for accurate diagnostics and therapeutic procedures.
Starting as a Nuclear Med Tech opens doors to advanced roles like nuclear pharmacy tech, radiologic supervisor, or specialized imaging technologist. Gaining experience and additional certifications can accelerate progression within medical imaging and nuclear medicine fields.
Salaries for Nuclear Med Techs in Bakersfield typically range from $75,000 to $95,000 annually, slightly below metropolitan hubs like Los Angeles but competitive given the lower cost of living. Compensation often reflects experience, certifications, and facility size.
Catholic Health Initiatives blends community-focused care with advanced technology, offering Nuclear Med Techs a setting rich in diverse cases and continuous learning. Their commitment to quality and compliance ensures a supportive workplace for professional growth.
At Catholic Health Initiatives, Nuclear Med Techs engage with specialized equipment in a hospital setting emphasizing compliance with stringent resuscitation certifications. The role integrates community health values with cutting-edge nuclear medicine technologies.
Proficiency in arithmetic operations, including fractions and decimals, plus understanding exponents and logarithms, is crucial. These skills support accurate dosage calculations and interpreting data crucial for safe handling of radioactive materials.
Yes, Bakersfield facilities like Memorial Hospital require quarterly American Heart Association resuscitation competency certifications, maintained internally to meet CommonSpirit Health standards—an important ongoing local compliance aspect.
Bakersfield's healthcare environment values compassionate care and community engagement, fostering a collaborative atmosphere. Nuclear Med Techs benefit from a supportive network focused on patient-centered services within technologically advanced settings.