| Nuclear Medicine Technologist Job Description |
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| The following is a full job description for Nuclear Medicine Technologist. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Nuclear Medicine Technologist along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Nuclear Medicine Technologist is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Sr., Chief Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Nuclear Medicine Technician, Physician - Nuclear Medicine, Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Supervisor, Nuclear Medicine Director, PET Technologist, Nuclear Pharmacist, Instructor - Medicine |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities For Nuclear Medicine Technologist |
| Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals for use in both diagnostic studies and therapeutic treatments. Creates and enhances diagnostic images using a variety of imaging equipment and tools. Collects biologic specimens and prepares data for interpretation by physicians. Follows radiation safety guidelines and documents radiopharmaceutical usage for regulatory compliance. May require a bachelor's degree in a related area. Typically requires certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) and a state license to practice. Typically reports to a chief technologist or manager. Work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. |
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| Also referred to as: Nuclear Medicine Lab Technologist |
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| Similar Jobs: Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Sr., Chief Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Nuclear Medicine Technician, Physician - Nuclear Medicine, Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Supervisor, Nuclear Medicine Director, PET Technologist, Nuclear Pharmacist, Instructor - Medicine |
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| Level of Education: Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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| Industries: Biotechnology, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals | |
