Nuclear medicine technologists use a scanner to create images of various areas of a patient's body. They prepare radioactive drugs and administer them to patients undergoing the scans.
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- Nuclear Medicine Technologists
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What do they typically do
- Monitor the patient to check for unusual reactions to the drugs
- Explain imaging procedures to the patient and answer questions
- Produce a computer-generated or film image for interpretation by a physician
- Prepare radioactive drugs and administer them to the patient
- Keep detailed records of procedures
- Examine machines to make sure that they are working properly
- Operate equipment that creates images of areas in the body such as images of organs
- Follow safety procedures to protect themselves and the patient from unnecessary radiation exposure
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Education & Training
- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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