Averil Thomas
Harrison Township,MI
Summary
Accomplished Nuclear Medicine Technologist with a proven track record at McLaren Macomb Hospital, enhancing patient care through expert radiopharmaceutical administration and exceptional communication. Demonstrated excellence in maintaining safety standards and improving patient satisfaction, alongside proficiency in PACS System and HIPAA compliance. Skilled in problem-solving and time management, contributing to department efficiency and regulatory compliance. 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 30+ year background to growing organization.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
McLaren Macomb Hospital
06.2000 - 08.2024
- Ensured safety standards were maintained by properly handling radioactive materials during procedures.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Produced diagnostic images for use in identification and treatment of diseases by applying and measuring radioactive isotopes.
- Contributed to increased department efficiency by maintaining the cleanliness and organization of equipment and workspace.
- Improved patient satisfaction with thorough explanations of nuclear medicine procedures and addressing concerns.
- Enhanced patient care by performing accurate and efficient diagnostic imaging studies.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Calibrated and prepared radioactivity and radiopharmaceuticals to administer to patients.
- Utilized computer data to develop information and process images for interpretation.
- Verified program operations maintained compliance with state and federal regulations and facilitated NRC inspections and audits.
- Explained procedures to patients and families and answered questions to ease anxiety and encourage patient cooperation.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Henry Ford Macomb Hospital
01.1989 - 06.2000
- Ensured safety standards were maintained by properly handling radioactive materials during procedures.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Improved patient satisfaction with thorough explanations of nuclear medicine procedures and addressing concerns.
- Enhanced patient care by performing accurate and efficient diagnostic imaging studies.
- Produced diagnostic images for use in identification and treatment of diseases by applying and measuring radioactive isotopes.
- Practiced safe testing methods by limiting radiation exposure to patients and personnel.
- Explained procedures to patients and families and answered questions to ease anxiety and encourage patient cooperation.
- Verified program operations maintained compliance with state and federal regulations and facilitated NRC inspections and audits.
- Calibrated and prepared radioactivity and radiopharmaceuticals to administer to patients.
- Utilized computer data to develop information and process images for interpretation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry/Biology
David Lipscomb University
Nashville, TN1986
Skills
- Patient Care
- Radiopharmaceutical handling
- Quality Control
- Radiopharmaceutical administration
- PACS System Proficiency
- HIPAA Compliance
- Time management abilities
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Professionalism
- Excellent Communication
Certification
- Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association or Red Cross.
Timeline
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
McLaren Macomb Hospital
06.2000 - 08.2024
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Henry Ford Macomb Hospital
01.1989 - 06.2000
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry/Biology
David Lipscomb University
- Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association or Red Cross.
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