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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Job Summary
Performs diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures using radioactive materials and specialized imaging equipment. Prepares patients, administers radiopharmaceuticals, obtains high-quality images, and follows radiation safety standards throughout the procedure.
Education & Experience
Job Summary
Performs diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures using radioactive materials and specialized imaging equipment. Prepares patients, administers radiopharmaceuticals, obtains high-quality images, and follows radiation safety standards throughout the procedure.
Education & Experience
- Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology (Required)
- Previous nuclear medicine or healthcare experience (Preferred)
- ARRT or NMTCB certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology (Required or Preferred based on facility requirements)
- State Nuclear Medicine Technologist license or registration (Required where applicable)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Required)
- Prepares patients and performs nuclear medicine examinations according to established protocols.
- Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals safely and accurately.
- Operates nuclear medicine imaging equipment and obtains quality diagnostic images.
- Monitors patients during procedures and responds appropriately to changes or adverse reactions.
- Maintains accurate patient, imaging, and radiopharmaceutical documentation.
- Follows radiation safety, infection control, and quality standards.