Mandie Andrews
Georgetown,Texas
Summary
Dynamic Nuclear Medicine Technologist with extensive experience at St. David's Medical Center, excelling in radiopharmaceutical administration and quality assurance. Proven ability to ensure regulatory compliance while delivering exceptional patient care. Skilled in operating advanced imaging equipment and mentoring new staff, consistently enhancing departmental efficiency and safety standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
St. David's Medical Center
Austin, TX
07.2015 - Current
- Operated nuclear medicine equipment such as gamma cameras and PET scanners.
- Adhered to all regulatory requirements including HIPAA, JCAHO, OSHA.
- Analyzed data obtained from imaging studies using computer software programs designed specifically for nuclear medicine applications.
- Reviewed images for accuracy and completeness prior to forwarding them to the physician for interpretation.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Provided instruction to patients regarding preparation for imaging studies.
- Ensured that radiation safety measures were followed at all times while working with radioactive materials.
- Conducted quality assurance checks on all equipment used in nuclear medicine procedures.
- Maintained state and federal compliance, facilitated state inspections and spearheaded quality assurance programs to meet state regulation requirements.
- Trained, mentored and precepted new employees on procedures, best practices and hospital policies.
- Operated within both outpatient and inpatient contexts.
- Perform FDG sarcoid studies.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
BSA Hospital
Amarillo, TX
09.2012 - 08.2014
- Administered radiopharmaceuticals to patients according to prescribed protocols.
- Operated nuclear medicine equipment, such as gamma cameras.
- Complied with safety standards to minimize radiation exposure to workers and patients.
- Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment and cameras.
- Explained test procedures and safety precautions to patients.
- Used computer system to process cardiac function studies, document results of other procedures and produce images.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nuclear Medicine
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX08-2012
Skills
- Radiopharmaceutical administration
- Imaging equipment operation
- Quality assurance
- Regulatory compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Patient care
Timeline
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
St. David's Medical Center
07.2015 - Current
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
BSA Hospital
09.2012 - 08.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nuclear Medicine
Amarillo College