Terri McManus
Bellingham,WA
Summary
Accomplished Nuclear Medicine Technologist with over a decade of experience at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center and Swedish Medical Center, specializing in radiopharmaceutical handling and patient care. Excelled in developing protocols, mentoring new technologists, and enhancing patient cooperation. Proven track record in improving department efficiency and maintaining rigorous safety standards.
Professional in nuclear medicine with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excelling in imaging and diagnostic procedures. Consistently collaborates with teams to ensure precise and accurate results. Highly adaptable to evolving technologies and patient needs. Known for reliability and thorough approach to patient care and safety.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center
08.2004 - Current
- Ensured safety standards were maintained by properly handling radioactive materials during procedures.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Produced diagnostic images for use in identification and treatment of diseases by applying and measuring radioactive isotopes.
- Contributed to increased department efficiency by maintaining the cleanliness and organization of equipment and workspace.
- From 2005 to 2013 served as lead technologist for outpatient cardiology nuclear medicine. During this time developed protocols, completed accreditation renewals, and supervised department
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Swedish Medical Center
09.1999 - 07.2002
- Ensured safety standards were maintained by properly handling radioactive materials during procedures.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Clinical supervisor for students from Bellevue College nuclear medicine program.
- Mentored new technologists, sharing knowledge on best practices for nuclear medicine procedures and techniques.
- Performed and processed PET studies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Seattle University
Seattle, WASkills
- Patient care
- Radiopharmaceutical handling
- Quality control
- Radiopharmaceutical administration
- Clinical protocols
- Records management
Certification
- Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
- Professional Membership in the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI).
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center
08.2004 - Current
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Swedish Medical Center
09.1999 - 07.2002
- Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
- Professional Membership in the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI).
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Seattle University
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