Key Job Responsibilities
- Radiopharmaceutical Preparation and Administration (https://www.google.com/search?q=Radiopharmaceutical+Preparation+and+Administration&rlz=1C1RXQR_enUS1190US1190&oq=nuclear+medicine+tech+respo&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqCAgCEAAYFhgeMgcIABAAGIAEMgYIARBFGDkyCAgCEAAYFhgeMggIAxAAGBYYHjINCAQQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAUQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAYQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAcQABiGAxiABBiKBTIKCAgQABiABBiiBDIHCAkQABjvBdIBCDY0MDZqMGo3qAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&mstk=AUtExfBlZVTTvsFruf9fw0hDmCGJqXNarKbUtgXXkSKbO1yXeBDxAWvUvpqV14Z8u-NB3oAaAWOOyxqv-jRYJGd7jXyC_BiHGvDbEqNzus_64DsA-A13RzH1MgwLf9nPlEMteC0&csui=3&ved=2ahUKEwiMx5TOwM2TAxUaj4kEHUeyHroQgK4QegQIAxAB): Calculate, prepare, and administer radioactive drugs (tracers) orally or intravenously.
- Imaging Procedures (https://www.google.com/search?q=Imaging+Procedures&rlz=1C1RXQR_enUS1190US1190&oq=nuclear+medicine+tech+respo&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqCAgCEAAYFhgeMgcIABAAGIAEMgYIARBFGDkyCAgCEAAYFhgeMggIAxAAGBYYHjINCAQQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAUQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAYQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAcQABiGAxiABBiKBTIKCAgQABiABBiiBDIHCAkQABjvBdIBCDY0MDZqMGo3qAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&mstk=AUtExfBlZVTTvsFruf9fw0hDmCGJqXNarKbUtgXXkSKbO1yXeBDxAWvUvpqV14Z8u-NB3oAaAWOOyxqv-jRYJGd7jXyC_BiHGvDbEqNzus_64DsA-A13RzH1MgwLf9nPlEMteC0&csui=3&ved=2ahUKEwiMx5TOwM2TAxUaj4kEHUeyHroQgK4QegQIAxAD): Position patients for imaging and operate cameras that detect radiation, creating images of organs and tissues.
- Radiation Safety and Compliance (https://www.google.com/search?q=Radiation+Safety+and+Compliance&rlz=1C1RXQR_enUS1190US1190&oq=nuclear+medicine+tech+respo&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqCAgCEAAYFhgeMgcIABAAGIAEMgYIARBFGDkyCAgCEAAYFhgeMggIAxAAGBYYHjINCAQQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAUQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAYQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAcQABiGAxiABBiKBTIKCAgQABiABBiiBDIHCAkQABjvBdIBCDY0MDZqMGo3qAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&mstk=AUtExfBlZVTTvsFruf9fw0hDmCGJqXNarKbUtgXXkSKbO1yXeBDxAWvUvpqV14Z8u-NB3oAaAWOOyxqv-jRYJGd7jXyC_BiHGvDbEqNzus_64DsA-A13RzH1MgwLf9nPlEMteC0&csui=3&ved=2ahUKEwiMx5TOwM2TAxUaj4kEHUeyHroQgK4QegQIAxAF): Monitor radiation exposure levels, use shielding, and safely dispose of radioactive waste.
- Patient Care and Communication (https://www.google.com/search?q=Patient+Care+and+Communication&rlz=1C1RXQR_enUS1190US1190&oq=nuclear+medicine+tech+respo&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqCAgCEAAYFhgeMgcIABAAGIAEMgYIARBFGDkyCAgCEAAYFhgeMggIAxAAGBYYHjINCAQQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAUQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAYQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAcQABiGAxiABBiKBTIKCAgQABiABBiiBDIHCAkQABjvBdIBCDY0MDZqMGo3qAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&mstk=AUtExfBlZVTTvsFruf9fw0hDmCGJqXNarKbUtgXXkSKbO1yXeBDxAWvUvpqV14Z8u-NB3oAaAWOOyxqv-jRYJGd7jXyC_BiHGvDbEqNzus_64DsA-A13RzH1MgwLf9nPlEMteC0&csui=3&ved=2ahUKEwiMx5TOwM2TAxUaj4kEHUeyHroQgK4QegQIAxAH): Explain procedures, obtain patient history, and address concerns to ensure comfort and safety.
- Data Processing and Analysis (https://www.google.com/search?q=Data+Processing+and+Analysis&rlz=1C1RXQR_enUS1190US1190&oq=nuclear+medicine+tech+respo&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqCAgCEAAYFhgeMgcIABAAGIAEMgYIARBFGDkyCAgCEAAYFhgeMggIAxAAGBYYHjINCAQQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAUQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAYQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAcQABiGAxiABBiKBTIKCAgQABiABBiiBDIHCAkQABjvBdIBCDY0MDZqMGo3qAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&mstk=AUtExfBlZVTTvsFruf9fw0hDmCGJqXNarKbUtgXXkSKbO1yXeBDxAWvUvpqV14Z8u-NB3oAaAWOOyxqv-jRYJGd7jXyC_BiHGvDbEqNzus_64DsA-A13RzH1MgwLf9nPlEMteC0&csui=3&ved=2ahUKEwiMx5TOwM2TAxUaj4kEHUeyHroQgK4QegQIAxAJ): Process and enhance images using advanced computer software for interpretation by radiologists.
- Equipment Maintenance (https://www.google.com/search?q=Equipment+Maintenance&rlz=1C1RXQR_enUS1190US1190&oq=nuclear+medicine+tech+respo&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqCAgCEAAYFhgeMgcIABAAGIAEMgYIARBFGDkyCAgCEAAYFhgeMggIAxAAGBYYHjINCAQQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAUQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAYQABiGAxiABBiKBTINCAcQABiGAxiABBiKBTIKCAgQABiABBiiBDIHCAkQABjvBdIBCDY0MDZqMGo3qAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&mstk=AUtExfBlZVTTvsFruf9fw0hDmCGJqXNarKbUtgXXkSKbO1yXeBDxAWvUvpqV14Z8u-NB3oAaAWOOyxqv-jRYJGd7jXyC_BiHGvDbEqNzus_64DsA-A13RzH1MgwLf9nPlEMteC0&csui=3&ved=2ahUKEwiMx5TOwM2TAxUaj4kEHUeyHroQgK4QegQIAxAL): Calibrate and maintain imaging equipment, such as PET or SPECT scanners, to ensure quality control.
Preferred
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Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
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Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
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Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
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Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
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Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Preferred
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Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
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Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
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