Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Duties and Responsibilities

Nuclear Medicine Technologist prepare and prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals to detect and treat disease. They then position equipment over patients to make images. These pictures allow physicians to identify abnormal areas. This helps in diagnosing illness. Nuclear medicine technologist explain test to patients and administer radioactive doses by mouth or injections. Their worked is performed in specialized hospital departments, clinics, or laboratories. Level of work performed varies depending upon level of training and education complete.

Average Salary: $28,000-$42,000

Educational Requirements

Nuclear medicine technology training programs vary in length from one to four years.  One year programs that lead to certification are offered by hospitals.  Associate and bachelor degrees are offered in colleges and universities.  Courses include training in safety, radiation procedures, physical science, and effects of radiation to the body and organs, and computer techniques

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