The majority of graduates will find positions in diagnostics as staff technologists in community hospitals, university-affiliated teaching hospitals and medical centers, outpatient imaging facilities, public health institutions, and government and private research institutes.

Another significant opportunity for graduates is in private medical practices. Orthopedists, cardiologists, and other physician specialties are investing in on-site nuclear medicine equipment in order to provide increased diagnostic services to patients.

With further education and training, nuclear medicine technologists can advance into areas of specialty such as nuclear cardiology and pediatric nuclear medicine; pursue positions in administration such as supervisor, chief technologist, or clinic administrator; become clinical instructors, coordinators, or program directors; or pursue advanced degrees in radiation biology or health physics.

Positions in the industrial or government sectors are also available as well as in research and development.

Note: Course Outline is for information purposes only. See College Catalog for Official Program Requirements and Course Descriptions.