Jennifer Pastula
St. Petersburg
Summary
Proficient Nuclear Medicine professional with extensive experience in regulatory compliance and equipment maintenance. Known for exceptional attention to detail and effective communication, ready to drive improvements in patient care and operational efficiency.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Director of Nuclear Medicine
BayCare Medical Group
Clearwater
10.2021 - Current
- Perform all necessary duties to renew the BMG Nuclear Department office facilities IAC accreditation
- Conducted Cath Lab correlation reports to ensure data accuracy and support clinical decision-making
- Maintain Hot Lab records according to state guidelines
- Conducted MPI studies as a working technologist
- Managed ordering, maintenance, and stocking of supplies to ensure operational readiness
- Ordered, maintained, and stocked medical supplies to support departmental operations.
- Perform the Cath Lab correlation reports
- Cleaned and organized department space to enhance workflow and efficiency. department space for efficiency
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
St. Anthony's Hospital
St. Petersburg
05.2010 - 10.2021
- Administered radiopharmaceuticals to patients for diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Operated and maintained nuclear imaging equipment in accordance with safety protocols.
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and diagnostic procedures.
- Educated patients on procedures and ensured comfort during imaging sessions.
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Performed quality control checks on imaging equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Conducted quality assurance checks on all equipment used in nuclear medicine procedures.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Tower Diagnostic Center
Tampa
02.2009 - 09.2012
- Administered radiopharmaceuticals to patients for diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Operated and maintained nuclear imaging equipment in accordance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians to determine appropriate imaging techniques for patient conditions.
- Conducted radiation treatment mapping scans to ensure accurate patient therapy planning.
- Conducted PET scans following physician orders and state regulations.
- Performed quality control checks on imaging equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Documented patient information and imaging results in electronic medical records systems.
- Ensured quality, safety, and patient confidentiality by adhering to hospital and regulatory guidelines during imaging procedures and patient information collection.
- Educated patients on procedure details and expectations to reduce anxiety and enhance cooperation.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Bayfront Medical Center
St. Petersburg
05.2003 - 02.2009
- Administered radiopharmaceuticals to patients for diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Operated and maintained nuclear imaging equipment in accordance with safety protocols.
- Performed quality control checks on imaging equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Educated patients on procedures and ensured comfort during imaging sessions.
Admission Transfer Specialist
Bayfront Medical Center
St. Petersburg
05.2003 - 02.2009
- Coordinated patient transfers between departments efficiently and safely.
- Communicated with medical staff to ensure proper transfer logistics and requirements.
- Managed patient transportation schedules to optimize operational flow within the facility.
- Documented transfer processes accurately in electronic health records system.
- Collaborated with nursing teams to assess patient needs during transfers.
- Maintained records of all transactions to ensure proper documentation was kept.
Radiology Film Hanger
Bayfront Medical Center
St. Petersburg
05.2003 - 02.2009
- Streamlined organization of patient files and radiology reports for quick retrieval.
- Collaborated with radiologists to ensure proper documentation flow.
- Facilitated prompt locating and management of imaging documents for staff.
- Organized patient files and radiology reports for efficient retrieval.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA regulations.
- Prepared hard copy films for radiologist viewing and interpretation.
Patient Access Representative II
Bayfront Medical Center
St. Petersburg
05.2003 - 02.2009
- Facilitated patient registration and check-in processes at Bayfront Medical Center.
- Collected and verified patient insurance information efficiently and accurately.
- Verified insurance coverage for services provided by the facility.
- Coordinated with clinical staff to ensure seamless patient flow throughout the facility.
- Registered patients by completing face-to-face interviews to obtain demographic, insurance, and medical information.
- Educated patients on hospital policies, procedures, and available services effectively.
- Responded to incoming phone calls quickly and courteously.
- Scanned documents into electronic medical records system.
- Obtained necessary signatures for privacy laws and consent for treatment.
- Created new patient accounts in EMR system.
- Assembled registration paperwork and placed identification bands on patients.
Assistant Manager
Blockbuster Video
Tampa
05.2000 - 05.2003
- Managed daily operations and staff scheduling for video rental store.
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring availability of popular titles and products.
- Trained new employees on company policies and customer service protocols.
- Resolved customer complaints, ensuring satisfaction and retention strategies were upheld.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI06-2000
Associate of Applied Science - Nuclear Medicine
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL06-2008
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MIComputed Tomography Certificate - Computed Tomography
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL06-2016
Skills
- Nuclear procedures
- Nuclear protocols
- Quality assurance
- Accreditation management
- Compliance auditing
- Equipment calibration
- Electronic health records
- Patient education
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Communication techniques
Timeline
Technical Director of Nuclear Medicine
BayCare Medical Group
10.2021 - Current
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
St. Anthony's Hospital
05.2010 - 10.2021
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Tower Diagnostic Center
02.2009 - 09.2012
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Bayfront Medical Center
05.2003 - 02.2009
Admission Transfer Specialist
Bayfront Medical Center
05.2003 - 02.2009
Radiology Film Hanger
Bayfront Medical Center
05.2003 - 02.2009
Patient Access Representative II
Bayfront Medical Center
05.2003 - 02.2009
Assistant Manager
Blockbuster Video
05.2000 - 05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Eastern Michigan University
Associate of Applied Science - Nuclear Medicine
Hillsborough Community College
Computed Tomography Certificate - Computed Tomography
Hillsborough Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Schoolcraft College