Nuclear Medicine Technologist
DUTIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Nuclear
medicine technologists prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals (radioactive
substances) 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. Their work is performed in specialized
hospitals department, clinics, or laboratories. Level of work performed varies
depending upon level of training and education completed.
SALARY:
$28,000-$42,000
EDUCATION:
Students
should take challenging science, math, and English courses available in high
school. Nuclear medicine technology training programs vary in length from one
to four years. One year program that lead to certification are offered by
hospitals. Almost all states require licensing, and all technologists must meet
federal standards for administering and using of radioactive materials.
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