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James Smith II

Waterford

Summary

Dynamic Nuclear Medicine Technologist with extensive experience, skilled in producing high-quality diagnostic images and ensuring patient safety. Adept at patient care and procedure explanation, fostering cooperation and minimizing anxiety. Knowledgeable Healthcare professional with significant background in radiology positions. Committed to building and managing high-performing teams to regularly surpass expectations. Administers budgets, coordinates logistics and maintains smooth department operations.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pet/CT Technologist

The HCS Group
05.2024 - Current
  • Monitored patient's well-being during exams and recognized discomfort or medical problems and took appropriate action.
  • Trained and supervised new Pet/Ct technologists and tech aides.
  • Performed high quality Pet/CTexams on incoming patients.
  • Responded to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
  • Participated in continuing education programs related to radiology.
  • Performed Pet/Ct imaging procedures according to established protocols.

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Ascension Health Care
11.2021 - 05.2024
  • Developed and implemented improved diagnostic standards for outpatient exams in alignment with department goals.
  • Produced diagnostic cardiac images for use in identification and treatment of heart disease by applying and measuring radioactive isotopes.
  • 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 nuclear medicine equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
  • Utilized computer data to develop information and process images for interpretation.

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Ascension Health Care
01.2016 - 11.2021
  • Calibrated and prepared radioactivity and radiopharmaceuticals to administer to patients.
  • Performed technical procedures by applying radiopharmaceuticals to detect pathology.
  • Explained procedures to patients and families and answered questions to ease anxiety and encourage patient cooperation.
  • Practiced safe testing methods by limiting radiation exposure to patients and personnel.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Metro Health Hospital
05.1999 - 01.2016
  • Processed, labeled, and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
  • Produced diagnostic images for use in identification and treatment of diseases by applying and measuring radioactive isotopes.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Calibrated and prepared radioactivity and radiopharmaceuticals to administer to patients.
  • Performed technical procedures by applying radiopharmaceuticals to detect pathology.
  • Explained procedures to patients and families and answered questions to ease anxiety and encourage patient cooperation.

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

United States Air Force
03.1990 - 04.1999
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Utilized computer data to develop information and process images for interpretation.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
  • Processed, labeled, and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
  • Produced diagnostic images for use in identification and treatment of diseases by applying and measuring radioactive isotopes.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Performed technical procedures by applying radiopharmaceuticals to detect pathology.
  • Explained procedures to patients and families and answered questions to ease anxiety and encourage patient cooperation.

Radiology Technologist

United States Air Force
03.1990 - 04.1999
  • Produced high-quality images for accurate, reliable review and interpretation.
  • Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
  • Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
  • Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.

Education

United States Air Force Technical School
United States , Texas And Maryland

Skills

  • Intravenous access
  • Technical aptitude
  • Radiation safety
  • Healthcare regulations
  • Patient positioning
  • Scanner operation
  • Patient care
  • Team collaboration
  • Procedure explanation
  • Professional demeanor

Certification

  • ARRT in Nuclear Medicine and Radiologic Technology
  • BLS certified

Timeline

Pet/CT Technologist

The HCS Group
05.2024 - Current

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Ascension Health Care
11.2021 - 05.2024

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Ascension Health Care
01.2016 - 11.2021

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Metro Health Hospital
05.1999 - 01.2016

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

United States Air Force
03.1990 - 04.1999

Radiology Technologist

United States Air Force
03.1990 - 04.1999

United States Air Force Technical School

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