Melanie McShane
Gorham
Summary
Dynamic Nuclear Medicine Technologist with extensive experience, excelling in safety compliance and patient care. Proven leader with strong analytical skills, adept at operating advanced imaging equipment. Recognized for implementing quality control measures that enhanced diagnostic accuracy and improved patient satisfaction.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Central Maine Medical Center
Lewiston
10.2024 - Current
- Interim supervisor since March 2025.
- Ensures compliance with safety protocols in handling radioactive materials.
- Administers radiopharmaceuticals to patients for therapeutic and diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Operates and maintains nuclear medicine equipment for optimal performance.
Lead CT Technologist
RAYUS Radiology
04.2017 - 10.2024
- Managed and trained a team of 6 CT Technologists, ensuring proper workflow and patient satisfaction
- Coordinated with multiple departments and managed multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure accuracy of images
- Acquired facility ACR Accreditation every 3 years
PET/CT Technologist
Maine Medical Center
10.2016 - 03.2018
- Proficient in the operation of mobile PET/CT scanning, including the use of image processing software
PET/CT, Nuclear Medicine, X-Ray Technologist
Maine General Medical Center
10.2016 - 10.2017
- Performed PET/CT, NM, and X-Ray procedures in accordance with established standards and protocols to produce diagnostic quality images
Lead PET/CT Technologist
Steward PET Imaging
11.2007 - 10.2016
- Supported and trained technologists on a mobile PET/CT unit
- Acted as a liaison between physicians and staff for the 11 hospitals served
- Performed & maintained all QC & inventory
CT Technologist
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Milton
07.2010 - 02.2016
- Worked independently on GE 16 slice
- Implemented department QC
PET/CT Technologist
Boston Medical Center
04.2007 - 10.2007
- Operated and maintained PET/CT equipment as a travel technologist
- Performed general nuclear medicine
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiography
Adventist University
Orlando, Florida, USA04.2016
Associate of Science - Radiography
Eastern Maine Technical (Community) College
Bangor, Maine07.1995
Skills
- Detail-oriented
- Effective communicator
- Strong analytical skills
- Expertise in IV placement
- Efficient operator of GE, Siemens and Philips imaging equipment
- Utilizes multiple EMR platforms, such as Cerner, ONCO, EPIC, Meditech, and Citrix
Timeline
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Central Maine Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
Lead CT Technologist
RAYUS Radiology
04.2017 - 10.2024
PET/CT Technologist
Maine Medical Center
10.2016 - 03.2018
PET/CT, Nuclear Medicine, X-Ray Technologist
Maine General Medical Center
10.2016 - 10.2017
CT Technologist
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Milton
07.2010 - 02.2016
Lead PET/CT Technologist
Steward PET Imaging
11.2007 - 10.2016
PET/CT Technologist
Boston Medical Center
04.2007 - 10.2007
Bachelor of Science - Radiography
Adventist University
Associate of Science - Radiography
Eastern Maine Technical (Community) College
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