Lidice Ruiz, CNMT RT(N)
Apopka,FL
Summary
Results-driven and detail-oriented Nuclear Medicine Technologist with over 30 years of experience in hospital and private outpatient settings. Expertise in performing complex diagnostic procedures while maintaining a strong focus on patient care and safety. Proven ability to thrive under pressure, quickly adapting to new challenges and environments to enhance organizational effectiveness. Committed to leveraging extensive knowledge and skills to contribute positively to team dynamics and improve overall patient outcomes.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology Apopka
Apopka, Florida
01.2018 - Current
- Implemented improved diagnostic standards for outpatient exams in alignment with department goals, performing Spect MPI studies and all aspects of equipment QC and patient imaging and care.
- Thrive in delivering expertise and excellence to patients and physicians at all times.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Central Florida Cardiology Group, P.A.
Orlando, Florida
02.2017 - 08.2020
- Nuclear Cardiology coverage. Performed Spect MPI studies and provided excellent patient care in a successful and fast-paced Nuclear Medicine Department.
- Per Diem coverage on a regular weekly basis.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
SimonMed Imaging
Orlando, Florida
02.2018 - 07.2019
- Performed all aspects of General Nuclear Imaging and PET Oncology
- Provided per Diem coverage on weekends
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Orlando Heart & Vascular Center
Orlando, Florida
07.2017 - 09.2017
- Interim coverage. Performed all aspects of Spect MPI Studies.
- Bracco Certified.
- PET/CT Rubidium Cardiac experience.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
AdventHealth Apopka Hospital
Apopka, Florida
03.2017 - 07.2018
- Performed all aspects of Nuclear Imaging, covering night and weekend on-call shifts.
Stay At Home Mom
Home
Orlando, Florida
10.2011 - 02.2017
- While took time off to raise my children, maintained current knowledge of developments in the Nuclear Medicine field, as my goal was to grow with this rapid evolving profession of molecular imaging. During this time acquired valuable Customer Service skills tailoring VIP sales force at a very successful Direct Sales company Headquartered in Orlando, Florida.
Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Cardiac Clinic of Sunil Kakkar
Kissimmee, Florida
01.2001 - 10.2011
- Specializing in Nuclear Cardiology, worked in direct relation with all Cardiologists in the Practice and created a successful Nuclear Medicine Department that provided excellent patient care.
- Competently managed daily departmental activities.
- Beta site for Lexiscan protocols.
- Remained consistently compliant with ICANL accreditation as well as radiation protection standards which reflected in Dosimetry reports.
- Maintained accurate and complete patient and departmental records, rendering no citations from State Inspectors in a 10-year period.
- Thrived in delivering expertise and excellence to patients and physicians at all times.
Junior Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Osceola Regional Medical Center
Kissimmee, Florida
10.1997 - 01.2001
- Performed Nuclear Imaging procedures with a special focus on Nuclear Cardiology and Oncology.
- Highly active ER resulted in increased cases of emergency imaging, hence increasing time management efficiency.
- Managed Dosimetry reports and badges for Radiology and Cath Lab
- Prepared, measured, and administered radioactive isotopes for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes, storing and disposing of radiopharmaceuticals following radiation safety procedures.
- Conducted radiation surveys upon oncology patient's discharge post prostate seed implant.
- Participated in beginning phases of Miraluma Breast imaging.
Stay At Home Mom
Stay at Home mom
Kissimmee, Florida
05.1994 - 10.1997
- Stayed at home to care for newborn twin boys and 2 year old daughter.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Baptist Health South Florida
Miami, Florida
12.1993 - 05.1994
- Performed all aspects of Nuclear Imaging, covering evening and weekend shifts.
- Efficiently conducted large numbers of IV Vasotec/Lasix Renal protocols.
- Excellence in patient care flourished during this work experience.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Miami Heart Institute
Miami Beach, Florida
09.1991 - 07.1993
- Performed General and Cardiac Nuclear imaging as well as radiopharmaceutical preparation and administrations.
- Extensive Cardiac Persantine Spect work experience and high volume of Muga scans.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Brigham & Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts
07.1990 - 09.1991
- Recent graduate in major teaching hospital learned to master routine patient care and imaging as well as radiopharmaceutical preparation and administration to patients.
- Performed Bone Densitometry, Red Cell Mass, and Red Cell Survival testing.
- Participated in investigational brain studies with Ceretec imaging under a Harvard Medical School study.
- Knowledge grew and skills sharpened under the influence of this challenging and fast-paced environment.
Education
Associate of Science - Nuclear Medicine
Bunker Hill Community College
Charlestown, MASkills
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Bilingual with fluency in English and Spanish
- Strong listening and communication skills
- Ability to prioritize and multitask
- Strong organizational skills
- Over 20 years of Nuclear Cardiology experience
Certification
- CNMT by Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)
- Florida State Licensed as Radiologic Technologist (Nuclear Medicine)
- ACLS/BLS HealthCare Provider certification by The American Heart Association
Timeline
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
SimonMed Imaging
02.2018 - 07.2019
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology Apopka
01.2018 - Current
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Orlando Heart & Vascular Center
07.2017 - 09.2017
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
AdventHealth Apopka Hospital
03.2017 - 07.2018
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Central Florida Cardiology Group, P.A.
02.2017 - 08.2020
Stay At Home Mom
Home
10.2011 - 02.2017
Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Cardiac Clinic of Sunil Kakkar
01.2001 - 10.2011
Junior Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Osceola Regional Medical Center
10.1997 - 01.2001
Stay At Home Mom
Stay at Home mom
05.1994 - 10.1997
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Baptist Health South Florida
12.1993 - 05.1994
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Miami Heart Institute
09.1991 - 07.1993
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Brigham & Women's Hospital
07.1990 - 09.1991
Associate of Science - Nuclear Medicine
Bunker Hill Community College