01 Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job description

Key Job Responsibilities: - Radiopharmaceutical Preparation and Administration : Calculate, prepare, and administer radioactive drugs (tracers) orally or intravenously. - Imaging Procedures : Position patients for imaging and operate cameras that detect radiation, creating images of organs and tissues. - Radiation Safety and Compliance : Monitor radiation exposure levels, use shielding, and safely dispose of radioactive waste. - Patient Care and Communication : Explain procedures, obtain patient history, and address concerns to ensure comfort and safety. - Data Processing and Analysis : Process and enhance images using advanced computer software for interpretation by radiologists. - Equipment Maintenance : Calibrate and maintain imaging equipment, such as PET or SPECT scanners, to ensure quality control.