Administer radiopharmaceuticals and perform nuclear medicine imaging in an outpatient setting in order to accurately diagnose in a professional and caring manner.
Proficient in Myocardial Perfusion Imaging, MUGA, Skeletal Imaging Gastric Emptying, Hepatobiliary, Lung Perfusion/Quantification and Parathyroid Imaging.
Calibrate, operate, and perform quality control checks on gamma cameras and other nuclear medicine equipment to ensure proper functioning.
Evaluate and process images insuring technical quality before releasing them to the physician for interpretation.
Collaborate closely with nuclear reading physicians and our nuclear physicist regarding everything related to radiation safety, radiation dosimetry, and Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) inspections.
Act as a team leader in ensuring our nuclear department is accredited by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission. (IAC)
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center
08.2002 - 08.2006
Prepared and administered radiopharmaceuticals and performed various nuclear medicine imaging studies in an inpatient setting.
Maintained radiation safety standards by monitoring personnel and area radiation levels.
Calibrated, operated, and performed quality control checks on gamma cameras and other nuclear medicine equipment to ensure proper functioning.
Evaluated and processed images ensuring technical quality before releasing them to the physician for interpretation.
Contributed to student education and clinical supervision.
Proficient in use of imaging equipment including GE, ADAC, Phillips and Siemens.
Cardiac Stress Technician
Louisiana Cardiology Associates
06.1999 - 08.2001
Performed cardiac stress testing, which involved monitoring the heart's function during exercise or the application of chemical stress agents.
Responsible for monitoring patient's electrocardiograms (EKGs), blood pressure, vital signs, symptoms and, in the event of emergency, administering advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)
Responsible for the application and instruction of take home heart monitors for patients as well as telephone pacemaker checks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Medicine Technology
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
Skills
Learn and adapt quickly to new imaging technology and software
Equipment troubleshooting
Solving technical challenges
Effective multi-tasking
EMR and PACS Systems experience
Effective communication with, patients, physicians and colleagues
Clinical Service Representative/Cardiac Monitor Technician at Our Lady Of the LakeClinical Service Representative/Cardiac Monitor Technician at Our Lady Of the Lake