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

Texas

Education Requirements

Associate's degree

Growth Opportunity

17.90% growth rate
130 annual job openings

Wage Range

$46/hour 38.26 46.34 50th percentile 52.16

Required Work Experience

None

On-The-Job Training

None
(no occupation-specific training required)

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