ONET Occupations » 29-2033.00

Nuclear Medicine Technologists

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.

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Parachute skills

  1. Heal, cure - People (4.54)
  2. Convey warmth and empathy - People (4.42)
  3. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (4.42)
  4. Pay attention to details - Data (4.24)
  5. Research - Data (4.15)
  6. Communicate well, in person - People (4.00)
  7. Listen - People (4.00)
  8. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.88)
  9. Coordinate - People (3.80)
  10. Speak - People (3.75)
  11. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.62)
  12. Organize, classify - Data (3.62)
  13. Follow through, get things done - People (3.60)
  14. Use my intuition - Data (3.50)
  15. Use my brain - Data (3.50)
  16. Communicate well, in writing - People (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Active Listening (3.88)
  2. Speaking (3.75)
  3. Writing (3.50)
  4. Critical Thinking (3.50)
  5. Monitoring (3.50)
  6. Coordination (3.50)
  1. Oral Comprehension (4.00)
  2. Oral Expression (4.00)
  3. Near Vision (3.88)
  4. Information Ordering (3.62)
  5. Speech Recognition (3.62)
  6. Speech Clarity (3.62)
  7. Written Comprehension (3.50)
  8. Problem Sensitivity (3.50)
  1. Dependability (4.55)
  2. Cooperation (4.47)
  3. Concern for Others (4.42)
  4. Attention to Detail (4.24)
  5. Self Control (4.17)
  6. Integrity (4.17)
  7. Independence (4.14)
  8. Stress Tolerance (4.09)
  9. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.05)
  10. Initiative (3.96)
  11. Social Orientation (3.81)
  12. Persistence (3.60)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Assisting and Caring for Others (4.54)
  2. Getting Information (4.37)
  3. Interacting With Computers (4.32)
  4. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.15)
  5. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (4.14)
  6. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.08)
  7. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.90)
  8. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.89)
  9. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.88)
  10. Documenting/Recording Information (3.87)
  11. Scheduling Work and Activities (3.80)
  12. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.72)
  13. Performing General Physical Activities (3.63)
  14. Processing Information (3.51)
  15. Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (3.51)
  1. Administer Injections (4.54)
  2. Administer Radioactive Isotopes (4.54)
  3. Prepare Patients For Tests, Therapy, Or Treatments (4.54)
  4. Collect Clinical Data (4.37)
  5. Use Emergency Medical Procedures (4.15)
  6. Use Knowledge Of Medical Terminology (4.15)
  7. Use Hazardous Materials Information (4.15)
  8. Follow Clinical Radiation Safety Procedures (4.15)
  9. Follow Dental Or Medical Office Procedures (4.15)
  10. Use Clinical Sterilizing Technique (4.15)
  11. Follow Dental Or Medical X-Ray Procedures (4.15)
  12. Use Darkroom Procedures In Radiology Or Medical Or Dental Lab Setting (4.15)
  13. Follow Patient Care Procedures (4.15)
  14. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.15)
  15. Follow Patient Observation Procedures (4.15)
  16. Use Quality Assurance Techniques (4.15)
  17. Use Sanitation Practices In Health Care Settings (4.15)
  18. Inventory Medical Supplies Or Instruments (3.87)
  19. Calculate Radiation Dosage, Following Physician's Prescription (3.51)