Abby Alford
Republic,MO
Summary
Seasoned Nuclear Medicine Technologist with success in building relationships with patients to produce highest quality images. Highly proficient in interpreting physicians' orders, determining appropriate imaging and maintaining comprehensive patient records. Offering a 17 year background to growing organization.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Nuclear Diagnosis
05.2017 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by performing accurate and efficient diagnostic imaging studies.
- Streamlined workflow through effective management of daily tasks and patient scheduling.
- Ensured safety standards were maintained by properly handling radioactive materials during procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction with thorough explanations of nuclear medicine procedures and addressing concerns.
- Contributed to increased department efficiency by maintaining the cleanliness and organization of equipment and workspace.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide a comprehensive approach to patient care.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, ensuring clear communication about patient needs and results.
- Evaluated patients'' medical history prior to procedures to ensure appropriateness of requested tests and minimize risk factors associated with radiation exposure.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Cox South Hospital
05.2007 - 05.2017
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication among team members and resolving conflicts professionally.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance goals in areas such as image resolution, procedure time, and patient satisfaction scores.
- Provided new employees with training and ongoing guidance on organizational procedures, policies and best practices.
- Produced diagnostic images for use in identification and treatment of diseases by applying and measuring radioactive isotopes.
- Calibrated and prepared radioactivity and radiopharmaceuticals to administer to patients.
- Explained procedures to patients and families and answered questions to ease anxiety and encourage patient cooperation.
- Evaluated new imaging sequence protocols and processes and executed prescribed nuclear medicine procedures.
- Managed care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize electric shock, burns and extraneous radiation.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Conducted routine inspections of radiopharmaceuticals inventory, ensuring proper storage conditions to prevent contamination or degradation.
- Mentored new technologists, sharing knowledge on best practices for nuclear medicine procedures and techniques.
- Assisted in the development of new protocols, maximizing scan quality while minimizing radiation exposure for patients.
- Streamlined workflow through effective management of daily tasks and patient scheduling.
- Enhanced patient care by performing accurate and efficient diagnostic imaging studies.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Medicine
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, AR 08.2006 - 05.2007
Radiology
Mercy Radiology School
Springfield, MO 08.2004 - 05.2006
Associate of Arts -
Ozark Technical Community College
Springfield, MO 08.2003 - 05.2004
Pre-Pharmacy
Drury University
Springfield, MO 08.2002 - 05.2003
High School Diploma -
Crane High School
Crane, MO 08.1999 - 05.2002
Skills
- Health Education
- Patient Confidentiality
- Radiology
- Patient Education
- HIPAA
- Quality Control
- Patient Care
- Records Management
- Radio Pharmaceutical Administration
- Organizational Policies
Timeline
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Nuclear Diagnosis
05.2017 - Current
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Cox South Hospital
05.2007 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Medicine
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
08.2006 - 05.2007
Radiology
Mercy Radiology School
08.2004 - 05.2006
Associate of Arts -
Ozark Technical Community College
08.2003 - 05.2004
Pre-Pharmacy
Drury University
08.2002 - 05.2003
High School Diploma -
Crane High School
08.1999 - 05.2002