About
Prepare, administer, and measure radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment. Prepare stock solutions of radioactive materials and calculate doses to be administered by radiologists. Subject patients to radiation. Execute blood volume, red cell survival, and fat absorption studies following standard laboratory techniques.
New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
$92.5k
Annual median Salary
Education
Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
63%
Associate's degree
22%
Bachelor's degree
6%
Post-baccalaureate certificate
Careers
Typical Job Titles
Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT)
Nuclear Cardiology Technologist
Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT)
Staff Nuclear Medicine Technologist