Joanna Thomas
Richmond,TX
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Student
Ben Taub Hospital - Harris Health System
04.2024 - Current
- Operated and perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment, all gamma cameras and other imaging devices such as the Skylight ADAC Philips, GE Optima NM/CT 640, Digirad ERGO, GE Ventri, Siemens Symbia EVO Excel, Captus 4000e, CAPINTEC Caprac and CRC-25R.
- Perform the maintenance and calibration of equipment, radiation safety checks and monitored radioactive materials for safe handling.
- Recorded data from nuclear medicine procedures into medical records systems.
- Provided instruction to patients on how to prepare for a nuclear medicine procedure. Explained test procedures and safety precautions to patients.
- Obtained vital signs and collected biological samples to assist with diagnostic testing and ongoing assessments.
- Prepared, administered and measured radioactive isotopes to produce diagnostic scans and images to diagnose and treat diseases.
- Administered radiopharmaceuticals to patients according to protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs during nuclear medicine scans as required by protocol.
- Processed images on computers and prepared them for interpretation by physicians.
- Maintained patient confidentiality when discussing results with physicians or other medical staff members.
- Organized departmental supplies and ensured that all equipment was properly maintained.
- Communicated results of tests accurately and timely to referring physicians.
- Evaluated images obtained from scans and identified areas of concern.
- Used computer system to process cardiac function studies, document results of other procedures and produce images.
- Complied with safety standards to minimize radiation exposure to workers and patients.
- Maintained adherence to safety procedures for disposal and handling of radioactive materials.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Student
MD Anderson Cancer Center Mays Clinic
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Performed quality control testing on all of PET/CT cameras in the nuclear medicine PET department such as GE discovery PET/CT and Siemens Biograph Quadra PET/CT
- Conducted patient assessments to determine the best imaging procedure for diagnosis.
- Explained test procedures and safety precautions to patients.
- Complied with safety standards to minimize radiation exposure to workers and patients.
- Maintained patient confidentiality when discussing results with physicians or other medical staff members.
- Evaluated images obtained from scans and identified areas of concern.
- Used computer system to process cardiac function studies, document results of other procedures and produce images.
- Calculated, measured and recorded radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used and discarded.
- Organized departmental supplies and ensured that all equipment was properly maintained.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Student
Lyndon B. Johnson Harris Health Hospital
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Gaining knowledge and conduct Quality Control on dose calibrators and all of the gamma cameras including the GE Optima 640, Captus 4000e and GE 830 SPECT in the nuclear medicine department
- Checked in and assayed doses
- Putting information in the NMIS system
- Helped set up and stocked up the rooms
- Getting the patients back and explaining the procedure with the help of supervising technologists
- Initiating IV’s including butterfly, catheters and existing IV lines
- Proceed to position the patients and the camera to the pertaining study
- Administered radiopharmaceuticals and non-radioactive pharmaceuticals such as Regadenoson [Lexiscan], Furosamide [Lasix] and prep/infuse Kinevac [CCK].
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Student
Michael E. Debakey VA Medical Center
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Gaining knowledge and conduct Quality Control on dose calibrators, all gamma and PET cameras such as Siemens Symbia, D-SPECT and Siemens Biograph mCT PET/CT.
- Checked in and assayed doses
- Putting information in the NMIS system
- Helped set up and stocked up the rooms
- Getting the patients back and explaining the procedure with the help of supervising technologists
- Initiating IV’s including butterfly, catheters and existing IV lines
- Proceed to position the patients and the camera to the pertaining study
- Collaborate with cohorts and healthcare professionals to ensure proper patient care.
- Administered radiopharmaceuticals to patient with the Intego PET infusion system.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Student
Ben Taub Harris Health Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Conducted Quality control on several dose calibrators and cameras including Skylight ADAC Philips, GE Optima NM/CT 640, Digirad ERGO, GE Ventri, Siemens Symbia EVO Excel, Captus 4000e, CAPINTEC Caprac and CRC-25R
- Checked in and getting doses ready
- Putting information’s into the NMIS & EPIC system
- Helped stock up/set up the rooms
- Retrieve patients and explain the procedure
- Initiating IV’s including butterfly, existing IV lines and catheters
- Connect ECG’s and helped assist when there is a treadmill protocol
- Proceed to position the patients and camera to the pertaining study
- Process the images and collaborate with the physicians/attending physicians.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Student
HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Gaining knowledge and conducted quality control on dose calibrators and gamma cameras such as the GE NM 830, Captus 4000e and the Philips Forte
- Checked in and assayed doses
- Putting information in the NMIS system
- Helped set up and stocked up the rooms
- Getting the patients back and explaining the procedure with the help of supervising technologists
- Initiating IV’s including butterfly, catheters and existing IV lines
- Proceed to position the patients and the camera to the pertaining study
- Assisted in administering Regadenoson [Lexiscan] and prep/infuse CCK.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Student
Texas Children’s Hospital
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Gaining knowledge and perform quality control on laboratory equipment and gamma cameras such as GE discovery and Philip Brightview SPECT cameras
- Explained procedure to both the parent and the child to ensure all parties were comfortable with the help of supervising tecnologist
- Positioned the patient and camera properly in accordance to the pertaining study and change collimators when appropriate
- Organized departmental supplies and ensured that all equipment was properly maintained.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
, TX
08.2021 - 08.2023
Education
Nuclear Medicine Technology Program -
Houston Community College-Coleman Health Sciences
Houston, TX05.2024
Skills
- Proficient in IV Insertion
- Patient Care
- Effective Communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Capable in high pressure environment
- Task Prioritization
- Reliability
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Multitasking
- Professionalism
- Time Management
- CPR Certified
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Malay
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Student
Ben Taub Hospital - Harris Health System
04.2024 - Current
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Student
MD Anderson Cancer Center Mays Clinic
04.2024 - 04.2024
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Student
Lyndon B. Johnson Harris Health Hospital
09.2023 - 12.2023
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Student
Michael E. Debakey VA Medical Center
08.2023 - 09.2023
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Student
Ben Taub Harris Health Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2023
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Student
HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress
01.2023 - 05.2023
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Student
Texas Children’s Hospital
09.2022 - 12.2022
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
08.2021 - 08.2023
Nuclear Medicine Technology Program -
Houston Community College-Coleman Health Sciences
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