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.
| Percentile | 10% | 25% | 50% (Median) | 75% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Wage | $57,830 | $68,370 | $79,590 | $95,230 | $109,070 |
| Hourly Wage | $27.80 | $32.87 | $38.27 | $45.78 | $52.44 |
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.
Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT), Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Lead Nuc Med Tech), Nuclear Cardiology Technologist, Nuclear Medicine PET-CT Technologist (Nuclear Medicine Positron Emission Tomography - Computed Tomography Technologist), Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Nuclear Med Tech), Radiation Safety Officer, Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Staff Nuclear Medicine Technologist
| Location | 2019 Employment | 2029 Employment | Percent change | Annual projected job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 18,500 | 19,500 | 5% | 1,000 |
| School | Program Name | Location | Length / Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| AdventHealth University | Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist | Orlando, FL | 4 years: 9 |
| Amarillo College | Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist | Amarillo, TX | 2 years: 6 |
| Augusta University | Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist | Augusta, GA | 4 years: 12 |
| Ball State University | Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist | Muncie, IN | 2 years: 0 |
| Baptist Health College Little Rock | Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist | Little Rock, AR | At least one but less than two years: 6 |
| Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences | Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist | Memphis, TN | 4 years: 8 |
| Barry University | Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist | Miami, FL | 4 years: 0 |
| Bellevue College | Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist | Bellevue, WA | 2 years: 3 Less than one year: 0 |
| Benedictine University | Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist | Lisle, IL | 4 years: 2 |
| Bluegrass Community and Technical College | Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist | Lexington, KY | 2 years: 0 |
| Job Title | Company | Location | Date Posted | Federal Contractor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical Laboratory Scientist | U.S. Army Medical Command | Fort Carson, Colorado | 09/22/2021 | No |
| CT Float Technologist Imaging Clinic | Banner Health | Phoenix, Arizona | 09/21/2021 | Yes |
| CT Float Technologist Imaging Clinic | Banner Health | Goodyear, Arizona | 09/21/2021 | Yes |
| CT Float Technologist Imaging Clinic | Banner Health | Sun City, Arizona | 09/21/2021 | Yes |
| CT Lead Technologist Imaging Clinic | Banner Health | Greeley, Colorado | 09/21/2021 | Yes |
| CT Lead Technologist Imaging Clinic | Banner Health | Gilbert, Arizona | 09/21/2021 | Yes |
| CT Lead Technologist Imaging Clinic | Banner Health | Glendale, Arizona | 09/21/2021 | Yes |
| CT Lead Technologist Imaging Clinic | Banner Health | Sun City West, Arizona | 09/21/2021 | Yes |
| CT Lead Technologist Imaging Clinic | Banner Health | Mesa, Arizona | 09/21/2021 | Yes |
| CT Lead Technologist Imaging Clinic | Banner Health | Goodyear, Arizona | 09/21/2021 | Yes |
