Darrin McCann, RT(N)(CT), CNMT
Georgetown,SC
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Tidelands Health
Murrells Inlet, SC
08.2007 - Current
- Provided patient comfort and adept at recognizing individual needs of each patient while also maintaining good rapport with Cardiologists, Radiologist, and all medical staff.
- Attention to detail when reviewing physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Produced diagnostic images including daily nuclear stress tests, HIDA scans, renal split function and Captopril renal exams. Routinely performed Iodine-131 whole body, indium white blood cell and Gallium exams for tumor localization. Proficient Iodine-123 thyroid uptake and I-131 thyroid ablations using radiopharmaceutical capsules. Skilled in performing bone scans including sulfur colloid bone marrow, Technetium-99m three phase and total body bone scans to rule out metastasis. Additional studies include gastric empty, cisternography, Amyloid exams with PYP, octreotide studies, GI bleeds, lung V/Q and quantitative analysis. Multi gated acquisitions (MUGA) for chemotherapy patients and liver hemangiomas performed using PYP and Ultratag-RBC kits as well as other studies routinely.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Explained procedures to patients and families and answered questions to ease anxiety and encourage patient cooperation.
- Calibrated and prepared radioactivity and radiopharmaceuticals to administer to patients.
- Provided new employees with training and ongoing guidance on organizational procedures, policies and best practices.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels.
- Compliance with state and federal regulations and facilitated DHEC and Joint Commissions inspections and audits.
- Proficient use of Siemens E-Cam and Symbia along with Capinec thyroid probe.
CT Technologist
Tidelands Health Waccamaw Community Hospital
Murrells Inlet, South Carolina
11.2018 - 06.2021
- Adhered to radiologic industry best practices and regulatory standards when completing assigned tasks.
- Used Siemens software developing advanced proficiency.
- Managed reporting and documentation for fast paced environment with high-quality, efficient approach.
- Operated computed tomography equipment in hospital and outpatient settings.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Adhered closely to quality control standards in development and labeling of diagnostic imaging materials, updating patient profiles with relevant information.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients, establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation and safety of patients.
- Reviewed physicians’ orders to determine medical imaging needs.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials.
- Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas, and intracranial hematomas.
- Provided patient tests for diagnoses under strict time constraints, averaging 50 to 75 CAT scan studies per shift.
Limited Radiologic Technologist
Doctor's Care
Surfside, South Carolina
06.2005 - 07.2007
- Performed 20 to 25 routine x-rays per day on patients for urgent care facility.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Triaged patients for physicians before being seen.
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PET/CT Technologist
Pharmalogic
Anderson, SC
05.2022 - Current
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Operated equipment to produce quality images of specific body parts.
- Used radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to maintain safety of patients and staff.
- Helped patients into proper positions for procedures and provided instructions on remaining still for duration of each scan.
- Obtained best imaging by determining exposure factors for individual patients.
- Operated mobile scanning equipment to obtain imagery in emergency situations in ER and ICU.
Education
Nuclear medicine technologist - Nuclear Medicine Technology
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Conway, SC2007
Radiography-Limited - Radiologic Technology
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Conway, SC2005
High school diploma - General Studies
South Lakes High School
Reston, VA1989
Skills
- Radiopharmaceutical administration with IV placement and blood collection
- ARRT,NMTCB,SCQRSA,BLS certified
- Equipment management and maintenance
- Meditech, GE pacs, Novapacs, and Siemens proficiency with training in EMR / EHR / HIS / RIS
- Clinical judgment
- Student evaluations
- Regulatory compliance
- Scheduling
- Professional bedside manner
- Analytical thinking
- Culturally-competent care
Timeline
PET/CT Technologist
Pharmalogic
05.2022 - Current
CT Technologist
Tidelands Health Waccamaw Community Hospital
11.2018 - 06.2021
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Tidelands Health
08.2007 - Current
Limited Radiologic Technologist
Doctor's Care
06.2005 - 07.2007
Nuclear medicine technologist - Nuclear Medicine Technology
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Radiography-Limited - Radiologic Technology
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
High school diploma - General Studies
South Lakes High School
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