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Amy Messbauer

Huntington Station,NY

Summary

Talented Radiologic Technologist with more than 20 years of experience in multimodal and 3D diagnostic imaging. Highly skilled in producing cross-sectional images to help physicians diagnose, treat, and manage wide range of illnesses.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Mobile Nuclear Cardiology Technologist

Catalyst MedTech
05.2024 - Current
  • Traveled to client sites driving a company van and following Radiation Safety and DOT regulations for the purpose of transporting equipment, medical supplies, radioactive material, and staff.
  • Performed functional and/or perfusion rest and stress cardiac studies, including image processing for physician review.
  • Administered prescribed isotopes and pharmaceuticals per national standards and company protocol.
  • Ensured patient safety and comfort during nuclear cardiology procedures, addressing concerns and providing clear explanations throughout the process.
  • Conducted quality control checks on equipment regularly, identifying potential issues before impacting clinical performance or patient care delivery.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements for handling radioactive materials; ensuring safe disposal processes were followed consistently across departmental operations.
  • Reduced radiation exposure risk by adhering to established guidelines and implementing best practices in nuclear medicine technology.

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

New York Presbyterian Hospital
04.2006 - 10.2023
  • Performed all general Nuclear Medicine exams evaluating cancers, bone health, lung, renal, lymphatic, gastrointestinal, infection, gallbladder function, thyroid conditions, neuro, and heart function.
  • Pediatric imaging includes renal MAG3 with lasix, hepatobiliary, gastric reflux, lung perfusion, meckel's diverticulitis, and bone imaging
  • Radiopharmaceutical preparation,dose measurement, cold kit construction, generator elution, inventory, and quality control
  • Quality control of SPECT, SPECT/CT, and PET/CT Gamma Cameras and other instruments
  • Patient scheduling and coordination of exams with in/out patients.
  • Provided new employees and students with training and ongoing guidance on organizational procedures, policies, and best practices.
  • Verified program operations maintained compliance with state and federal regulations and facilitated NYS DOH, Joint Commission, and NYC DOHMH inspections and audits.
  • Evaluated patients medical history prior to procedures to ensure appropriateness of requested tests and minimize risk factors associated with radiation exposure.
  • Supported research initiatives within the facility by assisting in imaging, processing, and data collection.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO

Nuclear Medicine Certificate - Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Institute of Allied Medical Professions
New York, NY

Skills

  • LNMT New York State DOH with IV Contrast License
  • CNMT NMTCB/CT certified
  • ARRT Nuclear Medicine certified
  • Current BLS CPR Certification

Equipment

  • Siemens: E.Cam SPECT/CT and Biograph mCT PET/CT.
  • GE: Optima NM/CT 640, Discovery NM 360, Millenium, Discovery LS PET/CT.
  • Philips: ADAC Forte, and CardioMD.
  • Digirad: Cardius C3 mobile cardiac imaging, Ergo single head general purpose, Ergo MBI.


Timeline

Mobile Nuclear Cardiology Technologist

Catalyst MedTech
05.2024 - Current

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

New York Presbyterian Hospital
04.2006 - 10.2023

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Colorado State University

Nuclear Medicine Certificate - Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Institute of Allied Medical Professions
Amy Messbauer