Technologists are the backbone of Nuclear Medicine.
Technologists are essential to many nuclear imaging tests using gamma cameras and PET cameras. They also deliver targeted radioactive drugs for cancer.
Canada is facing a significant shortage of technologists in nuclear medicine.
Some areas of British Columbia have been hit harder than others.
Some departments struggle due to local cost of living.
Some stuggle due to competition for recruitment between public facilities.
Technologist Workforce Crisis White Paper
Our National Association has put together an in depth report on this issue for those who want a more in depth analysis of the contributing factors.
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