WILLIAM HOFFACKER B.S, CNMT, RT(CT)
NORTH BERGEN,NJ
Summary
Knowledgeable Nuclear Medicine Technologist offering more than 15 years of experience and specializing in both Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT. Adept at performing wide array of tests. Committed to maintaining highest safety and quality standards. Proficient in Siemens, GE, and Philips systems.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PET/CT Technologist
Alliance Healthcare Radiology
Brooklyn, NY
02.2008 - 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.
- Executed various types of diagnostic imaging procedures on patients ranging in age from toddler to adult.
- Initiated protocols to protect patients and personnel against radiation during procedures.
- Managed patients in multiple hospital settings and locations
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Radiology Associates Of Brooklyn
Brooklyn, NY
08.2020 - 04.2022
- Produced diagnostic images for use in identification and treatment of diseases by applying and measuring radioactive isotopes.
- Developed and implemented improved diagnostic standards for outpatient exams in alignment with department goals.
- Verified program operations maintained compliance with state and federal regulations and facilitated NYC DOH inspections and audits.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Evaluated new imaging sequence protocols and processes and executed prescribed nuclear medicine procedures.
- Calibrated and prepared radioactivity and radiopharmaceuticals to administer to patients.
- Explained procedures to patients and families and answered questions to ease anxiety and encourage patient cooperation.
PET/CT Technologist
Columbia University Medical Center
New York, NY
12.2017 - 08.2020
- 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.
- Executed various types of diagnostic imaging procedures on patients ranging in age from toddler to adult.
- Performed multiple types of research protocols using various radiopharmaceuticals
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Wellspan Health
York, PA
08.2004 - 09.2008
- Produced diagnostic images for use in identification and treatment of diseases by applying and measuring radioactive isotopes.
- Developed and implemented improved diagnostic standards for inpatient and outpatient exams in alignment with department goals.
- Verified program operations maintained compliance with state and federal regulations and facilitated NRC inspections and audits.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Provided new employees with training and ongoing guidance on organizational procedures, policies and best practices.
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Trained new students who were entering the field of Nuclear Medicine Technology
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Medicine Technology
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Lancaster, PA08.2004
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Medicine Technology
York College of Pennsylvania
York, PA05.2004
No Degree - Computer Engineering / Secondary Education
Pennsylvania State University
York, PA05.2001
Skills
- Radiation Safety Protocols
- Nuclear Medicine Procedures
- Equipment Positioning
- Positron Emission Tomography
- Radiologic Imaging
- Quality Assurance
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Quality Control Standards
Certification
- CNMT certification
- NJ State Nuclear Medicine License
- NJ State Fusion CT Imaging License
- ARRT(CT) Certification
- BLS Certification
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Radiology Associates Of Brooklyn
08.2020 - 04.2022
PET/CT Technologist
Columbia University Medical Center
12.2017 - 08.2020
PET/CT Technologist
Alliance Healthcare Radiology
02.2008 - Current
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Wellspan Health
08.2004 - 09.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Medicine Technology
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Medicine Technology
York College of Pennsylvania
No Degree - Computer Engineering / Secondary Education
Pennsylvania State University
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