Rosemary Soto
Temecula,CA
Summary
Dynamic bilingual healthcare professional with 25 years of experience, including over 15 years in advanced imaging and clinical applications. Skilled in PET/CT and SPECT imaging, clinical education, and radiopharmaceutical applications. Expertise in cross-functional collaboration, regulatory compliance, and customer-focused training. Passionate about advancing molecular imaging and supporting radiology departments through innovative training and workflow optimization.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Skills
- Clinical Training
- Quality Assurance
- Regulatory Compliance (ICH/GCP)
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Strong Interpersonal Communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Additional Information
- RT(N), CNMT, NMTCB(CT)
- GCP Certificate (NIDA Clinical Trials Network)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) for Health Care Providers
- Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification completion expected July 2025
Work History
PET/CT Technologist
Temecula Valley Advanced Imaging
03.2024 - Current
- Deliver targeted training to enhance staff proficiency and operational excellence in nuclear medicine technology (SPECT & PET)
- Increased specialty tracer utilization by 24% through strategic education initiatives.
- Collaborate with clients to adapt workflows based on emerging industry trends.
- Reduce downtime for critical systems through proactive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
Nuclear Medicine Quality Support GCP
Eli Lilly
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Quality Review lead across six clinical trials, ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory standards.
- Supported commercial and clinical teams by creating high-impact presentations, translating complex data for broader audiences.
- Actively engaged with external vendors, maintaining a high standard of data integrity and achieving under 3% margin of error in clinical imaging data.
- Coordinated multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and alignment with organizational objectives.
- Supported two regulatory submissions, contributing to the approval of a new therapeutic agent.
Lead Research Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Imaging Healthcare Specialists
07.2018 - 08.2022
- Delivered on-site and remote SPECT & PETCT training for technologists on all research facilities within the company.
- Collaborated with sponsor Clinical Imaging Scientists to implement and support clinical trials, optimizing site readiness and performance.
- Created impactful Power Point presentations and trained clinical sites on LEAN methodologies, resulting in 32% profit increase through process improvements and eliminating wastes.
Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Baptist Health Of South Florida
03.2014 - 06.2018
- Lead the establishment of a new nuclear medicine department, overseeing staffing, equipment procurement, and facility design to ensure optimal functionality.
- Delivered technical training to staff, improving competencies and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Partnered with leading cancer centers such as Memorial Sloan Kettering & Miami Cancer Center to introduce innovative radiotherapy solutions, expanding access to advanced radiation care.
Staff Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center
06.2009 - 02.2014
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Ensured safety standards were maintained by properly handling radioactive materials during procedures.
- Spearheaded the successful implementation of electronic medical records in the department, streamlining documentation and improving efficiency.
Timeline
PET/CT Technologist
Temecula Valley Advanced Imaging
03.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration
Purdue Global
06.2023 - 01.2024
Nuclear Medicine Quality Support GCP
Eli Lilly
09.2022 - 03.2024
Lead Research Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Imaging Healthcare Specialists
07.2018 - 08.2022
Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Baptist Health Of South Florida
03.2014 - 06.2018
Staff Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center
06.2009 - 02.2014
- ARRT & NMTCB certifications
- GCP Certificate (NIDA Clinical Trials Network)
- National Scholars Honor Society
- Awarded by NFRMC for outstanding customer service.
- BLS & ACLS for Health Care Providers
A.S - Nuclear Medicine Technology
Santa Fe College
A.A - Liberal Arts
Miami Dade College
Education
Bachelor of Science, Healthcare Administration
Purdue Global – West Lafayette, IN
- Summa Cum Laude, 4.0 GPA
Associate of Science, Nuclear Medicine
Santa Fe College – Gainesville, FL
- Dean’s List, 3.9 GPA
Affiliations
- Society of Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging
- Healthcare Business Association
- The National Society Leaders of Success
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