Nuclear Medicine Technologists   29-2033

Health Science

Description

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.

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Occupation Details

 

Location

New Mexico

Education Requirements

Associate's degree

Growth Opportunity

14.30% growth rate
10 annual job openings

Wage Range

$39/hour 35.67 39.40 50th percentile 41.49

Required Work Experience

None

On-The-Job Training

None
(no occupation-specific training required)

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