Benjamin Westbrooks
Madison,MS
Summary
Nuclear Medicine technologist with over 23 years of experience providing safe assisted nuclear medicine services utilizing comprehensive educational and technical knowledge.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor Of Mississippi and Louisiana
Medworks Inc
10.2023 - Current
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures, leading to an overall increase in effectiveness.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Oversee all State inspection at multiple Facilities.
- Oversee van/camera maintenance and repair.
- Train new staff.
- Review hotlab/patient dosing/QC records for mobile units.
- Perform annual Radiation Safety Meeting.
- Staff as nuclear tech at clinical sites as needed.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Medworks Inc
03.2010 - Current
- Providing Cardiac Nuclear studies for clinics in Mississippi, Louisiana, and Tennessee.
- Providing General and Cardiac imaging for Hospital accounts in Mississippi, and prepare them for Joint Commission and State Board of Health inspections.
- Daily and monthly quality control of equipment, as well as scheduling yearly service with service technician.
- Maintain a positive working relationship with physicians and staff to insure patient and facility satisfaction.
- Transferring images to cardiologists utilizing Vidistar PACS systems.
- Maintenance of required NRC and state records.
- Safe disposal of radioactive and hazardous material.
- Maintenance and ordering supplies.
- Maintaining mobile Digirad camera, dose calibrator, Edan EKG machine, and company van.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
University of Mississippi Medical Center
04.2002 - 03.2010
- Diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including routine Nuclear Medicine Studies, Cardiology, PET, Oncology, and Neurology.
- Collaboration with physicians on cutting edge procedures, such as SIR-SPHERE and BEXXAR therapy.
- Preparation and administration of radiopharmaceuticals in diagnostic and therapeutic studies, under direction of a physician.
- Daily and monthly quality control testing for all equipment.
- NRC and RSO recordkeeping.
- Patient preparation including gathering medical history, explaining procedures and answering patient questions.
- Clinical supervisor for the School of Nuclear Medicine.
- Served on selection committee for the School of Nuclear Medicine for the selection of upcoming students.
Education
Certificate in Nuclear Medicine Technology - Nuclear Medicine Technology
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS2001
Certificate in Radiologic Technology - Radiologic Technology
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS2000
Prerequisites for Radiologic Technology - undefined
Hinds Community College
Pearl, MS1998
Skills
- Nuclear medicine
- PET
- Digital imaging
- QA/QC
- PACS
- EKG
- DICOM
- Highly motivated/ ambitious
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Skilled in multiple computer software
- Strong communication skills
- Adept at prioritizing/managing deadlines
- Patient-focused care
- Fast learner
Certification
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologists (CNMT)
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
Timeline
Supervisor Of Mississippi and Louisiana
Medworks Inc
10.2023 - Current
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Medworks Inc
03.2010 - Current
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
University of Mississippi Medical Center
04.2002 - 03.2010
Certificate in Nuclear Medicine Technology - Nuclear Medicine Technology
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Certificate in Radiologic Technology - Radiologic Technology
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Prerequisites for Radiologic Technology - undefined
Hinds Community College
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