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MS NUC MED - Nuclear Medicine Technology (MS)

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Program Information

Program Title

Nuclear Medicine Technology (MS)

Default Credentials

MS - Master of Science

Program Description

Nuclear medicine technology is an advanced imaging modality that uses radioactive materials for the diagnosis of various pathological disease states and for the treatment of specialized disorders. The nuclear medicine technologist is responsible for radiation safety, quality control, preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals, performing imaging procedures, and preparing data for interpretation by a physician. The nuclear medicine technologist produces functional images which quantify physiologic processes at a molecular level.

The Master of Science in Nuclear Medicine Technology (MSNMT) program is a full-time program consisting of didactic and clinical educational requirements completed within one (1) year. Students who satisfactorily complete all program requirements will be eligible to take the examinations for certification offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB). Candidates for certification must have an overall grade point average (GPA) in University of Mississippi Medical Center coursework of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Most states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the ARRT and NMTCB certification examinations. Be advised that a misdemeanor or felony conviction may affect a graduate's ability to sit for the ARRT and NMTCB certification examinations or attain state licensure.

Accreditation Status

The nuclear medicine technology program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JRCNMT), 820 W Danforth Rd., #B1, Edmond, OK 73003. JRCNMT's phone number is (405) 285-0546. https://www.jrcnmt.org/

The NMT students will demonstrate the procedural skills necessary for the practice of nuclear medicine.

The NMT students will demonstrate clinical performance expertise in various nuclear medicine health care settings.

The NMT students will integrate appropriate radiation safety measures in the professional environment.

The NMT students will analyze the impact of leadership, education, and management strategies in health care professions.

The NMT students will apply the necessary skills to produce a scholarly paper of research findings in a format for publication and oral presentation.

The NMT students will collaborate as a member of an interprofessional team in a manner that respects and promotes ethical integrity in professional practice and community service.

Admission Requirements

In addition to the admission standards of the institution and the general admission requirements of the School of Health Related Professions, candidates seeking admission to the Master of Science in Nuclear Medicine Technology program must:

  1. Hold R.T.(R)(ARRT) certification by the deadline for program's course registration;

  2. Have earned a bachelor of science degree from an accredited institution of higher learning;

  3. Have completed all courses within a radiography program with a grade of "C" or better;

  4. Have successfully completed (a grade of "C" or better) Anatomy & Physiology with Lab (2 courses), Chemistry with Lab (1 course), and General Physics (1 course) or Radiologic Physics completed within an accredited Radiologic Sciences program;

  5. Have a minimum overall cumulative grade point average of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale;

  6. Successfully complete a background check at time of registration;

  7. Provide three (3) completed recommendation forms:

    • One (1) from current or past Radiologic Sciences Program Director

    • One (1) from current Radiologic Sciences Clinical Coordinator, if student, or Supervisor, if employed

    • One (1) from a member of the community;

  8. Provide documentation of a minimum of 8 hours of observation in a nuclear medicine department;

  9. Have current CPR certification by the deadline for program's course registration; and

  10. Complete an interview.

Program Application

All application documents and the application fees must be received by the Office of Enrollment Management by April 1 for summer admission. General application information and application procedures may be found in the SHRP General Admissions Requirements Policy in PolicyTech. The School reserves the right to consider and accept applications after the established deadline. To determine if a deadline has been extended, call the Office of Enrollment Management after the deadline at (601) 984-1080.

Degree Requirements

Candidates for the Master of Science in Nuclear Medicine Technology degree must have completed the prescribed curriculum with a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or higher on a 4.00 scale. Following satisfactory completion of all requirements, students will be awarded the Master of Science in Nuclear Medicine Technology degree from the University of Mississippi.

Professional Course of Study

Course

Semester Hours

NMT 601

Nuclear Medicine Foundations

3

NMT 606

Nuclear Physics and Radiobiology

2

NMT 610

Nuclear Medicine Technology Principles

3

NMT 612

Applied Nuclear Medicine Imaging I

3

NMT 624

Applied Nuclear Medicine Imaging II

4

NMT 650

Clinical Practicum I

3

NMT 651

Clinical Practicum II

4

NMT 652

Clinical Practicum III

4

NMT 660

Nuclear Medicine Seminar

3

RAD 670

Leadership, Education & Management in Imaging Professions

2

RAD 690

Research in Imaging Sciences I

2

RAD 699

Research in Imaging Sciences II

3

Total Required Hours

36

Clinical Facilities

Clinical educational experiences in nuclear medicine technology may be provided in conjunction with the following health care facilities:

  • Cardinal Health Nuclear Pharmacy – Flowood

  • G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center – Jackson

  • Jackson Heart Clinic – Jackson

  • Mississippi Baptist Medical Center – Jackson

  • Merit Health River Region - Vicksburg

  • St. Dominic Hospital – Jackson

  • University of Mississippi Medical Center (Jackson Medical Mall) – Jackson

  • University of Mississippi Medical Center (University Hospital and Health System) – Jackson

For more information about this program, contact:

Brittany Bush, MSNMT, R.T.(R)(N)(MR)(ARRT)
Phone: (601) 984-6355
Email: blbush@umc.edu