[Core] [133% incumbents] Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation intravenously to detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment, under direction of a physician.
  DWAs: Administer medical substances for imaging or other procedures.

[Core] [133% incumbents] Detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patients' bodies, using a camera to produce photographic or computer images.
  DWAs: Create advanced digital images of patients using computer imaging systems. | Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.

[Core] [133% incumbents] Record and process results of procedures.
  DWAs: Record patient medical histories. | Process healthcare paperwork.

[Core] [133% incumbents] Produce a computer-generated or film image for interpretation by a physician.
  DWAs: Process x-rays or other medical images.

[Core] [133% incumbents] Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment or cameras.
  DWAs: Examine medical instruments or equipment to ensure proper operation.

[Core] [133% incumbents] Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures.
  DWAs: Monitor the handling of hazardous materials or medical wastes. | Follow protocols or regulations for healthcare activities.

[Core] [133% incumbents] Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment.
  DWAs: Maintain medical laboratory equipment.

[Core] [133% incumbents] Measure glandular activity, blood volume, red cell survival, or radioactivity of patient, using scanners, Geiger counters, scintillometers, or other laboratory equipment.
  DWAs: Operate laboratory equipment to analyze medical samples.

[Core] [133% incumbents] Train or supervise student or subordinate nuclear medicine technologists.
  DWAs: Train medical providers. | Supervise patient care personnel.

[Core] [132% incumbents] Process cardiac function studies, using computer.
  DWAs: Process x-rays or other medical images.

[Core] [132% incumbents] Calculate, measure, and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used, and disposed, using computer and following physician's prescription.
  DWAs: Calculate numerical data for medical activities. | Record patient medical histories.

[Core] [132% incumbents] Prepare stock radiopharmaceuticals, adhering to safety standards that minimize radiation exposure to workers and patients.
  DWAs: Follow protocols or regulations for healthcare activities. | Prepare medications or medical solutions.

[Core] [132% incumbents] Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients and provide them with assistance during test procedures.
  DWAs: Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members.

[Core] [132% incumbents] Gather information on patients' illnesses and medical history to guide the choice of diagnostic procedures for therapy.
  DWAs: Gather medical information from patient histories.

[Supplemental] [132% incumbents] Add radioactive substances to biological specimens, such as blood, urine, or feces, to determine therapeutic drug or hormone levels.
  DWAs: Prepare biological specimens for laboratory analysis.

[Supplemental] [130% incumbents] Position radiation fields, radiation beams, and patient to allow for most effective treatment of patient's disease, using computer.
  DWAs: Adjust settings or positions of medical equipment. | Position patients for treatment or examination.

[Supplemental] [130% incumbents] Develop treatment procedures for nuclear medicine treatment programs.
  DWAs: Determine protocols for medical procedures.

[EMERGING:New] Schedule patients for nuclear medicine exams and procedures.

--- SKILLS ---
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.88 lvl:3.62) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Listening (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.50 lvl:4.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Monitoring (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Science (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
  Mathematics (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Active Learning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.66 lvl:5.55) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Biology (imp:4.00 lvl:4.24) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  English Language (imp:3.93 lvl:3.76) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Physics (imp:3.92 lvl:3.85) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:3.82 lvl:3.82) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Chemistry (imp:3.75 lvl:4.20) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.74 lvl:4.15) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Mathematics (imp:3.67 lvl:4.03) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.37 lvl:3.22) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Administrative (imp:3.29 lvl:3.47) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Education and Training (imp:3.08 lvl:3.57) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Psychology (imp:3.07 lvl:3.67) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Administration and Management (imp:2.78 lvl:2.57) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.65 lvl:2.27) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Production and Processing (imp:2.42 lvl:2.04) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Law and Government (imp:2.37 lvl:2.30) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Mechanical (imp:2.31 lvl:1.57) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.14 lvl:1.81) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Telecommunications (imp:2.13 lvl:1.56) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Communications and Media (imp:2.00 lvl:1.81) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.91 lvl:1.68) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.84 lvl:1.02) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.81 lvl:1.34) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Foreign Language (imp:1.73 lvl:1.46) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Transportation (imp:1.67 lvl:0.99) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.55 lvl:1.38) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.52 lvl:1.15) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Design (imp:1.48 lvl:0.79) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Building and Construction (imp:1.15 lvl:0.35) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Geography (imp:1.15 lvl:0.31) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  History and Archeology (imp:1.07) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Food Production (imp:1.06) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.03) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.25) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Near Vision (imp:3.88 lvl:4.12) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Information Ordering (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.62 lvl:3.25) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Written Expression (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Control Precision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Visualization (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Originality (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Memorization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Time Sharing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Far Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Rate Control (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Static Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Response Orientation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Extent Flexibility (imp:1.88 lvl:1.88) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Auditory Attention (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:4.61 lvl:5.39) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Working with Computers (imp:4.55 lvl:3.90) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.27 lvl:4.02) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.21 lvl:5.16) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Getting Information (imp:4.20 lvl:3.86) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:4.09 lvl:4.62) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:4.03 lvl:4.25) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.94 lvl:4.53) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.91 lvl:4.15) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.84 lvl:4.18) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.81 lvl:4.24) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.80 lvl:4.95) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.79 lvl:4.54) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Processing Information (imp:3.68 lvl:4.14) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.68 lvl:3.92) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.68 lvl:4.30) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.61 lvl:3.77) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.49 lvl:4.57) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.39 lvl:3.31) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.34 lvl:3.23) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.31 lvl:3.61) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.26 lvl:3.40) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.25 lvl:2.91) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.20 lvl:2.99) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.14 lvl:3.14) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.12 lvl:3.39) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.96 lvl:2.70) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.93 lvl:2.53) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.90 lvl:3.14) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.87 lvl:3.20) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.86 lvl:3.24) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.81 lvl:3.13) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.81 lvl:2.41) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.79 lvl:3.27) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.60 lvl:2.86) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.56 lvl:2.53) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.39 lvl:2.41) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.24 lvl:1.53) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.14 lvl:1.44) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.98 lvl:1.52) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.95 lvl:1.81) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:7.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Cooperation (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cautiousness (imp:2.82) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cooperation (imp:2.34) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Integrity (imp:2.24) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Self-Control (imp:2.06) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Stress Tolerance (imp:2.03) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control (imp:2.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:1.97) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Sincerity (imp:1.84) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.71) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Empathy (imp:1.65) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Perseverance (imp:1.64) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Adaptability (imp:1.41) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.41) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Social Orientation (imp:1.11) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.93) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Initiative (imp:0.80) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Humility (imp:0.67) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Innovation (imp:0.53) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.43) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.27) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Instructing (imp:2.88 lvl:3.38) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Persuasion (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Negotiation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Repairing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Programming (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 17,080
  annual_median    : $101,370
  annual_pct10     : $78,080
  annual_pct25     : $86,720
  annual_pct75     : $117,120
  annual_pct90     : $134,500
  annual_mean      : $105,160
  hourly_median    : $48.74

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : California ($162,380)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($52,930)
  dispersion_ratio : 3.068x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (50 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:   16,440  median: $ 101,710
  Educational Services                     emp:      110  median: $ 114,070
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:       90  median: $  87,760
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:       80  median: $ 103,580
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       70  median: $ 109,200

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (5 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:   16,440  median: $ 101,710
  Educational Services                     emp:      110  median: $ 114,070
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:       90  median: $  87,760
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:       80  median: $ 103,580
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       70  median: $ 109,200

exact_match_status : found
matched_title      : Nuclear medicine physician
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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
A nuclear medicine physician, also known as a nuclear radiologist or simply nucleologist, is a medical specialist that uses tracers, usually radiopharmaceuticals, for diagnosis and therapy. Nuclear medicine procedures are the major clinical applications of molecular imaging and molecular therapy. In the United States, nuclear medicine physicians are certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine and the American Osteopathic Board of Nuclear Medicine.


== History ==
In 1896, Henri Becquerel discovered radioactivity.  It was only a little over a quarter of a century (1925) until the first radioactive tracer study in animals was performed by George de Hevesy, and the next year (1926) the first diagnostic tracer study in humans was performed by Herman Blumgart and Otto Yens.
Some of the earliest applications of radioisotopes were therapy of hematologic malignancies and therapy of both benign and malignant thyroid disease.  In the 1950s radioimmunoassay was developed by Solomon Berson and Rosalyn Yalow.  Dr. Yalow was co-winner of the 1977 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine (Dr. Berson had already died so was not eligible).  Radioimmunoassay was used extensively in clinical medicine but more recently has been largely replaced by non-radioactive methods.
In 1950, human imaging of both gamma and positron emitting radioisotopes was performed. Benedict Cassen's work with a directional probe lead to the development of the first imaging with a rectilinear scanner.  Gordon Brownell developed the first positron scanner.  In the same decade (1954) the Society of Nuclear Medicine (SNM) was organized in Spokane, Washington (US), and (1958) Hal Anger developed the gamma scintillation camera, which could image a whole region at the same time.
Initial introduction of radioisotopes into medicine required individuals to acquire of a considerable background information which was foreign to their medical training.  Often a particular application drove the introduction of radioisotopes into a health care facility.  As other applications developed the physician or group that had developed knowledge of and experience with radioisotopes usually provided the new service.  Consequently, the radioisotope service found homes in several established specialties – commonly in radiology due to an interest in imaging, in pathology (clinical pathology) due to an interest in radioimmunoassay, and in endocrinology due to the early application of 131I to thyroid disease.
Nuclear medicine became widespread and there was a need to develop a new specialty.  In the United States, the American Board of Nuclear Medicine was formed in 1972.  At that time, the specialty include all of the uses of radioisotopes in medicine – radioimmunoassay, diagnostic imaging, and therapy.  As use of and experience with radioisotopes became more widespread in medicine, radioimmunoassay generally transferred from nuclear medicine to clinical pathology.  Today, nuclear medicine is based on the use of the tracer principle applied to diagnostic imaging and therapy.


== Practice ==


=== Procedures ===
Some of the most common clinical nuclear medicine procedures are: glucose metabolic imaging with F-fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) for cancer, myocardial perfusion imaging for coronary artery disease, and skeletal imaging for both benign and malignant bone disease. Other non clinical, common procedures they perform include: brain perfusion and glucose metabolic imaging for seizure and dementia, blood pool imaging for myocardial function and gastrointestinal bleeding, gastric emptying studies for gastroparesis, hepatobiliary imaging for acute cholecystitis and gallbladder dysfunction, lymphoscintigraphy for sentinel lymph node biopsy, parathyroid imaging for hyperparathyroidism, pulmonary perfusion and ventilation imaging for pulmonary embolism, renal function imaging for various renal disorders, thyroid imaging for hyperthyroidism, thyroid whole body imaging for thyroid cancer, urinary tract imaging for vesicoureteral reflux, and white blood cell studies for infection. Less commonly performed procedures include: octreotide (pentetreotide) or NETSPOT (gallium 68) imaging for somatostatin receptors found on the surface of many tumors, meta-iodobenzylguanidine (MIBG) imaging for neuroendocrine tumors, heat-damaged red blood cell imaging for identifying ectopic splenic tissue, and gastric mucosa imaging for Meckel's diverticulum (especially in pediatric medicine). Radionuclide therapeutic procedures include things such as: treatment of hyperthyroidism, treatment of thyroid cancer,  radioimmunotherapy with Y ibritumomab tiuxetan (Zevalin) &  tositumomab (Bexxar) therapy of low-grade non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, and Re (Rhenium) as Rhenium-SCT for treatment of Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer (basal cell carcinoma or squamous cell carcinoma).


=== Instrumentation ===

Planar imaging
Most radionuclides give off gamma-rays when they decay.  A 2-dimensional image of the radionuclide distribution can be made with a gamma camera, often called an Anger scintillation camera after its inventor, Hal Anger.
Single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT)
Multiple planar images taken from different angles around a patient can be reconstructed to form a stack of cross-sectional, tomographic images.
Positron emission tomography (PET)
Some isotopes emit positrons (the anti-matter equivalent of an electron) when they decay.  The positrons travel a short distance in tissue and then annihilate with an electron giving off two nearly back-to-back gamma rays.  Positron emission tomography takes advantage of these back-to-back gamma rays to localize the distribution of the radioisotopes.
Combined molecular and anatomic imaging: SPECT/CT, PET/CT, and PET/MRI
The advantage of nuclear medicine is that it provides molecular and physiologic information, but it is relatively poor at providing anatomic information and the resolution is relatively poor.  In recent years, instruments have been developed which allow both radioisotope and anatomic imaging.  Most widespread are PET/CT scanners combining PET and computed tomography.  Increasingly common are SPECT/CT scanners.  Instruments combining PET with magnetic resonance, PET/MRI, are starting to be used.
Non-imaging instrumentation
Non-imaging instruments are used for measuring radioisotope doses, for counting samples, for measuring thyroid uptake of radioiodine, for measuring sentinel lymph node uptake during mastectomy procedures to and for radiation safety.


== Training ==

In the United States, the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and the American Osteopathic Association Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists (AOABOS) accredit nuclear medicine residency programs, and the American Board of Nuclear Medicine (ABNM) and the American Osteopathic Board of Nuclear Medicine (AOBNM) certify nuclear medicine physicians. After completing medical school, a post-graduate clinical year is followed by three years of nuclear medicine residency.  A common alternate path for physicians who have completed a radiology residency is a one-year residency in nuclear medicine, leading to sub-specialty certification by the American Board of Radiology.  A less common path for physicians who have completed another residency is a two-year residency in nuclear medicine. Additionally, as is commonly required in medicine, continuing education is also a requirement to stay updated with research and new methods often requiring additional assessment such as that found at the IAEA.


== Other professionals ==

Nuclear medicine procedures are performed by Nuclear Medicine Radiographers, who require extensive training both in underlying principles (physics, instrumentation) but also in the clinical applications.  Nursing support, especially in the hospital setting, is valuable, but may be shared with other services.  Nuclear medicine is a technology embedded specialty depending upon a large number of non-physician pr

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ROLE SUMMARY:
Nuclear Medicine Technologists prepare and administer radioactive isotopes for diagnostic imaging and therapeutic procedures, operating specialized radioisotope equipment to detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patients' bodies. They work directly with patients while following strict radiation safety protocols, producing computer-generated images for physician interpretation and maintaining precise documentation of procedures. These healthcare professionals combine technical expertise in radiation physics with patient care responsibilities in hospital and clinic settings.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves preparing radioactive materials and calculating precise doses for patient procedures, administering radiopharmaceuticals intravenously, and operating cameras and scanning equipment to detect radioactive tracers in the body. They position patients for imaging procedures, monitor equipment during scans to produce high-quality diagnostic images, and perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment and cameras. Throughout the day, they maintain detailed records of procedures, process cardiac function studies using computers, and safely dispose of radioactive materials following strict radiation safety protocols. Patient interaction is constant, requiring clear communication about procedures and ensuring patient comfort during imaging sessions.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful Nuclear Medicine Technologists demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and dependability, as their work involves precise measurements of radioactive materials and strict adherence to safety protocols. They possess strong scientific aptitude, particularly in physics, chemistry, and biology, combined with excellent patient care skills and the ability to explain complex procedures clearly. The role attracts individuals who are methodical and cautious by nature, comfortable working with technology and computers, and capable of maintaining accuracy under pressure. Those who excel typically have strong problem-solving abilities, can work independently while following detailed protocols, and genuinely enjoy helping patients through what can be anxiety-provoking medical procedures.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry typically requires completion of an associate degree program in nuclear medicine technology, which includes coursework in radiation physics, anatomy, patient care, and hands-on training with radioisotope equipment. Many programs also require prerequisite courses in mathematics, chemistry, physics, and biology. Certification through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is usually required by employers, along with state licensure in some jurisdictions.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced technologists can advance to supervisory roles, specializing in specific imaging modalities like PET-CT or cardiac nuclear medicine, or transition into roles such as radiation safety officers. Some pursue additional education to become nuclear medicine physicians, medical dosimetrists, or move into equipment sales and application specialist positions with medical device manufacturers. Leadership paths include chief technologist positions, department management, or clinical instruction roles in educational programs.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Nuclear Medicine Technologists earn a median annual wage of $101,370 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, with the 10th to 90th percentile range spanning $78,080 to $134,500. Employment totals 17,080 nationally with significant geographic wage variation, from $52,930 in Puerto Rico to $162,380 in California, representing a 3.07x ratio. The vast majority work in Health Care and Social Assistance (16,440 employed), with smaller numbers in Educational Services (110) and government settings (90). Job growth is expected to be strong due to an aging population requiring more diagnostic imaging procedures and the expanding use of nuclear medicine in cancer treatment and cardiac care.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Nuclear medicine technology has moderate automation risk, as the role requires significant human judgment in patient positioning, dose calculations, and safety monitoring that cannot be easily automated. While imaging equipment becomes increasingly sophisticated with automated features, the critical thinking required for protocol selection, patient interaction, and quality assurance evaluation remains firmly in human domain. The emphasis on patient care, radiation safety oversight, and complex problem-solving provides substantial protection against full automation.

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