Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist

Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist is an associate degree program offered by the University of Puerto Rico-Medical Sciences, a public institution located in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This program is part of the nuclear medicine technology field (CIP 51.0905) and trains students to operate imaging equipment and assist physicians in diagnosing and treating diseases using radioactive materials.

The University of Puerto Rico-Medical Sciences offers a broad range of related health sciences programs, including bachelor's degrees in Nursing Science, Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator, and Nurse Anesthetist, as well as a Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer certificate and a Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse associate degree. Students in the nuclear medicine technology program can expect training in radiation safety, imaging procedures, radiopharmaceutical preparation, and patient care within a comprehensive medical sciences environment.