Nuclear Medicine Technologists
Code: 29-2033.00Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Stable Growth
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
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.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT)
Nuclear Cardiology Technologist
Nuclear Medicine PET-CT Technologist (Nuclear Medicine Positron Emission Tomography - Computed Tomography Technologist)
Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT)
Radiation Safety Officer
Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Staff Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation intravenously to detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment, under direction of a physician.
- Detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patients' bodies, using a camera to produce photographic or computer images.
- Process cardiac function studies, using computer.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nuclear Medicine Technologists
Salaries for a Nuclear Medicine Technologists vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Nuclear Medicine Technologists include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
The UK job market maintains steady employment demand for qualified Nuclear Medicine Technologists professionals across diverse sectors.
Live UK Vacancies for Nuclear Medicine Technologists
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Salary Distribution
Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.
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