Nuclear medicine

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

1. Clinical & Diagnostic Imaging

- Perform and interpret SPECT, SPECT-CT, PET-CT, and other nuclear scans.
- Evaluate functional imaging studies for organs such as the heart, lungs, bones, kidneys, and brain.
- Collaborate with referring clinicians to guide diagnostic pathways and therapy planning.

2. Therapeutic Nuclear Medicine

- Administer radioisotope therapies such as Iodine-131 for thyroid diseases, Lutetium-177, and Samarium-153 for cancers, as per protocols.
- Monitor and manage patients undergoing radionuclide therapy.
- Maintain compliance with radiation safety protocols.

3. Radiopharmaceutical Handling & Safety

- Ensure proper procurement, preparation, and handling of radiopharmaceuticals in coordination with radiopharmacists.
- Maintain strict adherence to radiation safety standards, dosimetry, and regulatory norms.
- Supervise quality control and calibration of imaging equipment.

4. Patient Care & Education

- Explain nuclear medicine procedures to patients and address any concerns.
- Ensure informed consent and provide pre- and post-procedure care instructions.
- Monitor patients for adverse reactions or complications.

5. Documentation & Reporting

- Generate detailed clinical reports with findings, impressions, and recommendations.
- Maintain accurate records of all procedures, radiation doses, and reports.
- Contribute to clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives.

6. Teaching & Research (If applicable)

- Train medical students, radiology residents, or nuclear medicine technologists.
- Participate in academic activities, CME programs, and research publications.
- Stay updated with emerging trends in molecular imaging and theranostics.

Qualifications

Essential:

- MBBS + MD / DNB in Nuclear Medicine OR
- Postgraduate Diploma in Nuclear Medicine (DRM) with relevant experience
- Valid AERB Certification / BARC Approval (as per country-specific regulations)

Desirable:

- Experience with PET-CT, oncology imaging, or radionuclide therapy
- Familiarity with PACS, HIS/RIS systems, and structured reporting
- Radiation safety officer (RSO) certification (if required)

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