Career Profile
Nuclear Medicine Technologists
Nuclear Medicine Technologists work with radioactive isotopes in studies, prepare solutions and doses to be administered by radiologists, subject patients to radiation, and execute laboratory studies.
General Information
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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Nuclear Medicine Technologists
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 2 openings per year are projected for Nuclear Medicine Technologists.
Employment Change
Employment for Nuclear Medicine Technologists is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 14.9% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $42.39/hour. Entry level workers are paid $32.25, while experienced workers are paid $45.78. The median wage is significantly above average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 22 Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 26.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Nuclear Medicine Technologists are General Medical and Surgical Hospitals, Offices of Physicians, and Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Nuclear Medicine Technologists include Customer and Personal Service, Biology, and English Language.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Nuclear Medicine Technologists is Associate's. 98% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.