Katelynn Mortensen
Summerville
Summary
Nuclear medicine professional with extensive expertise in diagnostic imaging and patient management. Pursuing a full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Strong commitment to collaborative work environments and consistently achieving accurate results. Highly adaptable to changing clinical needs, with demonstrated skill in radiopharmaceutical administration and patient safety protocols.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Direct Diagnostic Services, LLC
10.2018 - Current
- Ensured safety standards were maintained by properly handling radioactive materials during procedures.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient care by performing accurate and efficient diagnostic imaging studies.
- Contributed to increased department efficiency by maintaining the cleanliness and organization of equipment and workspace.
- Improved patient satisfaction with thorough explanations of nuclear medicine procedures and addressing concerns.
- Developed and implemented improved diagnostic standards for inpatient and outpatient exams in alignment with department goals.
- Conducted routine inspections of radiopharmaceuticals inventory, ensuring proper storage conditions to prevent contamination or degradation.
- Kept current on industry advancements through regular attendance at continuing education conferences and workshops.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient privacy by adhering to HIPAA regulations throughout all aspects of nuclear medicine procedures and communications.
- Mentored new technologists, sharing knowledge on best practices for nuclear medicine procedures and techniques.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide a comprehensive approach to patient care.
- Evaluated patients'' medical history prior to procedures to ensure appropriateness of requested tests and minimize risk factors associated with radiation exposure.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, ensuring clear communication about patient needs and results.
- Provided new employees with training and ongoing guidance on organizational procedures, policies, and best practices.
- Calibrated and prepared radioactivity and radiopharmaceuticals to administer to patients.
Clinical Coordinator
Direct Diagnostic Services, LLC
09.2022 - Current
- Mentored new clinical staff members for proper onboarding and orientation processes.
- Worked closely with clinic administrators to maintain a safe, clean and well-organized environment in which patients could receive care.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to enhance support services available for patients beyond the clinical setting.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and coordination among healthcare team members.
- Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
- Coordinated, monitored, assigned, and documented patient and clinical care activities.
- Streamlined processes for increased efficiency in patient care delivery, reducing wait times and improving overall satisfaction.
- Identified areas of opportunity for process improvements, leading efforts to implement changes that resulted in enhanced operational efficiency across all aspects of the clinic''s function.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nuclear Medicine Technology
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC08-2018
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Clinical documentation
- Patient confidentiality
- Radiopharmaceutical handling
- Patient relationship management
- Quality control
- Infection control
- Radiopharmaceutical administration
- Clinical supervision
- Clinical protocols
- Patient care
- Patient safety
- HIPAA compliance
- Staff training
- Patient education
- Direct patient care
- Informed consent
- Patient flow coordination
- Compliance with regulatory guidelines
- Radiation safety
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
Certification
- Registered Technologist in Nuclear Medicine Technology RT(N)(ARRT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
- Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association or Red Cross.
Timeline
Clinical Coordinator
Direct Diagnostic Services, LLC
09.2022 - Current
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Direct Diagnostic Services, LLC
10.2018 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nuclear Medicine Technology
Midlands Technical College
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