NEC
L09A
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Operates and maintains Gamma camera imaging equipment, devices and probes. Administers radiographarmaceuticals via injection, inhalation, and orally to create images of organs and organ systems, to study body functions and flow, analyze biological specimens, and treat disease. Performs diagnostic imaging and radiopharmaceuticals administration through the safe and effective dosing and dosages of radioactive material and assists the medical officer in preparing and conducting various radioactive therapies.
Core Skills
- nuclear medicine imaging
- gamma camera operation
- radiopharmaceutical administration
- radioactive dose calculation
- radiation safety
- organ function imaging
- radioactive therapy support
- patient positioning
- biological specimen analysis
- imaging quality control
Common Certifications
- ARRT Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification
- NMTCB Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification
- NMTCB PET Certification
- Registered Radiologist Assistant (RRA)
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiography Certification
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support
Civilian Career Paths
- RADIOLOGY
- CLINICAL TECHNICIAN
- MEDICAL LABORATORY
Training & Development
Getting Started
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support
- ARRT Radiography Certification
- Radiation Safety Officer Certificate
- Nuclear Medicine Technology coursework
Career Growth
- ARRT Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification
- NMTCB Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification
- NMTCB PET Certification
Similar Specialties
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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