Job SummaryUses radioactive materials to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses or injuries; meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range of their assigned clinical area. Participates in the training of new employees and students as necessary.Job DutiesCalibrates and assays isotope doses; prepares radioisotopes and radiopharmaceuticals.Explains procedures and administers radiopharmaceuticals to patients; positions patients for procedures; provides protection to patients and personnel in accordance with prescribed safety standards.Calibrates equipment and performs camera and computer quality control; operates selected equipment to perform radionuclide imaging including sc