Nuclear Medicine/CT Technologist
Resume:
Daniel Raymond Aleliunas
Chicago, Illinois 60631
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www.linkedkin.com/in/danielaleliunasnavyveteran
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
More than 25 years of domestic and international experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist. Exceptional knowledge of the principles, concepts and methodologies of nuclear medicine technology applicable in obtaining a variety of diagnostic results. Uncommon ability to recognize pathology and adverse effects of drugs and radiation identify causes or significance of abnormalities and adjust procedures to interpret results correctly. Extensive knowledge of anatomy such as size, shape and variance of structure to be studied. Sound ability to work independently in order to plan and implement policies, previous training or accepted practices. Recently graduated from an accredited school with training and instruction in Computed Tomography. Successfully completed a clinical rotation at a Level II hospital with an excellent evaluation. Presently working and gaining experience as a Computed Tomography Technologist.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Oral /Written Communication
Interpersonal/Small Group Communication
Leadership/ Supervision
Detail Orientation/Multitasking
Policy and Protocol Implementation
Expert Proficiency, Gamma Camera Operation
Quality Control/Assurance
Licensed, Registered, and Certified ARRT(N)(CT), CNMT, IEMA
Patient Relationship
Certified BCLS
Management/Patient Care
NRC/RSO Documentation Management
Fluent in Spanish and Lithuanian
Acquisition of diagnostic studies in both Nuclear Medicine and Computed Tomography
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Excellent multilingual written /oral communication in Lithuanian /Spanish and proficient oral communication in Arabic and Tagalog
In depth knowledge and ability to acquire /process studies using a variety of Gamma cameras: Siemens- ECAM .CCAM, ZLC30 Dual Head, DIACAM, Orbiter37 and ESOFT software. GE INFINIA Dual Head with Hawkeye Option CT/PET, and Xeleris software; GE MILLENMIUM MG System and Genie Software
Supervised staff technologists as well as quality assurance activities to include development and implementation of protocols and quality control procedures while working overseas in both the Middle East and Bermuda.
Followed radiation safety techniques in use and disposal of radioactive materials and regulations for the shipping and receiving of radioactive isotopes
Measured radioactivity using Geiger –Muller /survey meters, scintillation detectors,hot lab dose calibrator/CRC-7
Experience in starting intravenous lines
Preparation and supply of radiopharmaceuticals for patient use such as eluting MO99/Tc99m generator
Calculated and prepared kits of radiopharmaceutical materials
Prepared, measured and administered therapeutic doses of radiopharmaceuticals under the direction of physician
Conducted daily and monthly Quality Control testing using Co57 flood source /point source for both extrinsic/intrinsic floods, bar phantoms, center of rotation
Proficient in explaining exams to patients and conducting Computed Tomography exam/ protocols for Level II trauma to include ER, Outpatients and Inpatients.. Familiar with PACS,RIS and HIS
Competency and proficiency in using GE/OPTIMA 128 slice, GE/LIGHTSPEED VCT 64 slice for department protocols
Competent and gaining experience working on a Toshiba /Aquilion 32 slice CT scanner
WORK HISTORY
02/2018-06/06/2018 Loyola Medical Center, Computed Tomography Technologist Maywood,Illinois
10/2016-01/2018 Provident Hospital, Computed Tomography Technologist Chicago, Illinois
01/2016-07/2016 Silver Cross Hospital, Computed Tomography Clinical Rotation New Lenox, Illinois
01/2015-01/2015 Medical Imaging Center, Nuclear Medicine/Cardiology Technologist Hoffman Estates
11/2014-1/2015 RSA Medical –Blue Cross Blue Shield, Health Insurance Specialist Naperville,ILL.i
1/2013-12/2013 Medical Imaging Center, Nuclear Medicine/Cardiology Technologist Hoffman Estates
6/2012-8/2012 Mid America Cardiovascular Consultants, Agency Nuclear Cardiology Technologist Oak Lawn, Illinois
1/2011-12/2011 Advanced Medical Diagnostics, Nuclear Medicine/ Cardiology Technologist Des Plaines, Illinois
7/2008-1/2011 King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, Nuclear Medicine Technologist and Supervisor Hamilton, Bermuda
1/2008-3/2008 Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Agency Nuclear Medicine Technologist Sarasota Florida
6/2007-11/2007 East Orange VA Medical Center, Agency Nuclear Medicine Technologist East Orange, New Jersey
9/2006-5/2007 Bluegrass Cardiology Clinic, Agency Nuclear Medicine Technologist Frankfort, Kentucky
8/2004-9/2006 Digirad Corporation Agency Mobile Nuclear Cardiology Technologist East Hanover, New Jersey
Hanover/Baltimore Maryland
EDUCATION
7/2015-7/2016 Computed Tomography Diploma Certificate- College of Du Page Glen Ellyn, Illinois
1/2014-9/2014 Diagnostic Medical Sonography –Triton college River Grove, Illinois
1985-1988 Nuclear Medicine Associates in Applied Science-Triton College, River Grove, Illinois
1979-1980 General Education Courses- University of Illinois Chicago Circle Chicago, Illinois
1981 Basic Laboratory School /Military Service School Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, Texas
Courses: Clinical chemistry, parasitology, bacteriology, serology, urinalysis and
hematology
1981 Field Medical Service School /Military Service School Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, California
Courses: Preventive medicine, field medicine, medical aspects of Nuclear Biological
Chemical warfare
1980 Naval Hospital Corps School /Military Service School Great Lakes North Chicago, Illinois
Courses: Mathematics, anatomy, physiology, patient care, emergency care, drug therapy
MILITARY: UNITED STATES NAVY
1980-1984 Active Duty Honorable Discharge RE-1
1984-1991 Active Reserves Honorable Discharge Non- commissioned Officer NCO rank E-5
USS DETROIT (AOE-4) Mediterranean 6 Fleet/ Multinational Peacekeeping Force
Lebanon Conflict 1983 Campaign Medals - Sea Service and Expeditionary Medals /Ribbons
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