Rochelle Sparks, BS
Newark,DE
Summary
Professional Objective I am looking for a PET/CT Technologist position that allows me to work with a diverse population of patients and coworkers. My extensive experience in both large institutions and small private organizations gives me the ability to assimilate in various clinical environments. I excel at efficiency and productivity, critical thinking and problem solving, all of which allows me the capability to hit the ground running and become an asset to any organization.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
PET/CT Technologist
Christiana Care Health Services
Newark, DE
02.2007 - Current
- Perform all aspects of PET/CT for oncology, non-oncologic brain scans, Rb-82 cardiac stress testing, and new non FDG studies, such as Dotatate for neuroendocrine tumors, and Axumin and Pylarify for prostate cancer
- Perform Radiation Treatment Planning Studies in conjunction with Radiation Oncology department
- Perform Daily Quality Control on PET/CT Scanner, HOTLAB, and Cardiogen Rb-82 Generator
- Perform monthly Cross-Calibration and Normalization
- Assist in teaching Nuclear Medicine students and Nuclear Medicine Technologists in PET/CT department
- Abide by all NRC and state regulations
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
PET/CT Technologist
University Of Maryland Medical Center
Baltimore, MD
07.2018 - Current
- Perform stat PET/CT RB-82 cardiology studies as needed
- Maintain Quality Control of the Bracco Cardiogen Rb-82 Generator
- Perform Quality Control on PET/CT scanner and HOTLAB
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
PET/CT Technologist
Germantown MRI And PET Center
Germantown, PA
05.2003 - 01.2007
- Performed PET studies for oncology, brain, and radiation treatment planning
- Setup PET Protocols and HOTLAB from startup
- Maintained all Quality Control for HOTLAB and PET Scanner
- Prepared department for all NRC and state inspections
- Visited doctors’ offices to explain advantages of ordering PET scans for their patients
- Operated equipment to produce quality images of specific body parts.
- Used radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to maintain safety of patients and staff.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Christiana Care Health Services
Newark, DE
08.1999 - 06.2003
- Performed all aspects of nuclear imaging, including extensive cardiac imaging
- Performed bone density studies
- Performed I-131 Therapy
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Evaluated new imaging sequence protocols and processes and executed prescribed nuclear medicine procedures.
- Produced diagnostic images for use in identification and treatment of diseases by applying and measuring radioactive isotopes
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images
PET Technologist
Annapolis PET Scan
Annapolis, MD
12.2002 - 05.2003
- Performed Oncology PET studies
- Setup PET protocols and HOTLAB guidelines
- Maintained Quality Control for PET scanner and HOTLAB
- Prepared department for NRC and State Inspections
- Performed daily and monthly Quality Control of all equipment
- Collected patient vital signs and medical history as part of physical exam preparation procedures
- Developed radiologic imagery for diagnostic purposes and prepared reports for physicians
Chief PET Technologist - Mobile PET
Radiology Corporation Of America, Inc.
Boca Raton, FL
05.2002 - 12.2002
- Traveled extensively to University of Maryland Medical Center, Christiana Care Health Services (DE), and Somerset Hospital (NJ) to perform mobile PET studies specific to each site's needs and protocols.
- Managed schedules for technologists
- Abided by all NRC and State regulations.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Initiated protocols to protect patients and personnel against radiation during procedures.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Concentration in Health Care Administration
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE12.2020
A.A.S - Nuclear Medicine Technology
Delaware Technical And Community College
05.1999
Skills
Board Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT)
ARRT(N)(CT)
DE State License for Nuclear Medicine and Computed Tomography (CT)
MD State License for Nuclear Medicine
BLS/CPR
Bracco Rb-82 Generator Certified
EKG Monitoring
IV certified
- Attention to Detail
- Self-Motivated
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Diagnostic imaging
Timeline
PET/CT Technologist
University Of Maryland Medical Center
07.2018 - Current
PET/CT Technologist
Christiana Care Health Services
02.2007 - Current
PET/CT Technologist
Germantown MRI And PET Center
05.2003 - 01.2007
PET Technologist
Annapolis PET Scan
12.2002 - 05.2003
Chief PET Technologist - Mobile PET
Radiology Corporation Of America, Inc.
05.2002 - 12.2002
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Christiana Care Health Services
08.1999 - 06.2003
Master of Business Administration - Concentration in Health Care Administration
Wilmington University
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Wilmington University
A.A.S - Nuclear Medicine Technology
Delaware Technical And Community College
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