Nuclear cardiology technologist vs nuclear medical technologist

Differences between nuclear cardiology technologist and nuclear medical technologist duties and responsibilities

Nuclear cardiology technologist example responsibilities.

• Develop and lead training preparation for combat.
• Perform nuclear medicine exams specific to cardiology patients.
• Assist in billing and coding of EKG's.
• Maintain all records of equipment for JCAHO and NRC inspections.
• Dispose of contaminate materials and trash per OSHA and NRC specifications.
• Maintain patient records that designate the amount and type of radiopharmaceuticals receive.
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Nuclear medical technologist example responsibilities.

• Manage departmental recovery activities after installation of upgrades affecting the LIS affect.
• Perform general and cardiac Spect imaging studies.
• Conduct thyroid function tests for triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxin (T4).
• Develop new safety procedures for radiology departments and research laboratory.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation to patients to detect or treat diseases; utilize radioisotope equipment under the supervision of physician.
• Detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patient's body; utilize camera to produce photographic and computer images for interpretation by physician.
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