Brooke Barbadaes
Lima Memorial Hospital
Lima,OH
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Experienced and compassionate Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist with over 8 years of experience providing high-quality diagnostic imaging and patient care in hospital settings. Skilled in nuclear medicine procedures, cardiac stress testing, IV administration, radiopharmaceutical handling, radiation safety, and patient monitoring. Known for strong communication skills, attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to remain organized in fast-paced clinical environments. Dedicated to making patients feel comfortable and providing safe, efficient, and compassionate care while working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
Work History
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
8 Years- Perform cardiac nuclear medicine studies, including myocardial perfusion imaging and pharmacologic/exercise stress testing.
- Start and maintain IV access for radiopharmaceutical and medication administration.
- Prioritize and manage multiple scheduled, inpatient, and urgent examinations in a fast-paced hospital environment.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
1 Year 4 Months- Led initiatives to improve compliance with regulatory standards, enhancing departmental operational effectiveness.
- 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.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
8 Months- Administered nuclear medicine procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort during imaging sessions.
- Operated and maintained gamma cameras and other imaging equipment for accurate diagnostic results.
- Prepared radiopharmaceuticals following strict protocols to ensure quality and adherence to safety standards.
- Collaborated with physicians to interpret imaging results, contributing to comprehensive patient care strategies.
- Educated patients on procedures, alleviating concerns and enhancing overall experience in nuclear medicine department.
- Streamlined workflow processes, improving efficiency in the administration of nuclear medicine tests.
- 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.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Advanced Imaging Technology
Skills
Patient care
Radiopharmaceutical handling
Quality control
Radiopharmaceutical administration
Patient safety
Computer skills
HIPAA
Patient communication
Certification
NMTCB
CPR Certified
Timeline
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Lima Memorial Hospital
08.2018 - CurrentRead More
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Kettering Hospital
08.2018 - 12.2019Read More
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Fort Hamilton Hospital
09.2017 - 05.2018Read More
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Science from Advanced Imaging Technology
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