Ricardo Job
Missouri City, TX *****
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Motivated healthcare professional with a strong background in medical imaging that encompasses 3 years of clinical experience in acute care settings, including trauma cases. Demonstrates effective time management, exceptional communication skills, and critical thinking abilities. Committed to developing ongoing leadership skills to drive team success and contribute to the growth and success of a progressive, patient-centered organization.
Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Work Experience
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Houston Methodist Hospital - Medical Center - Houston, TX September 2023 to Present
• Performs routine nuclear medicine examinations to include nuclear cardiology, renal scans, hida scans, DatScans, PYP scans, WB Bone and 3-Phase bone scans, and SPECT/CT examinations
• PET/CT Examinations to include: Oncology PET, Ga68 Dotatate PET Studies, PET Brain Studies, Illucix PET scans
• Therapy: Y-90- Efficiently assays and prepares radiopharmaceuticals for Injection (Prepare ultra-tag kits, radiopharmaceutical kits).
• Ensures sterile pharmaceutical preparation and administration (CCK, Lasix, etc.)
• Performs routine quality control compliance for Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT Camera equipment
• Performs routine quality control compliance quality control for dose calibrator, thyroid probe, well counter
• Performs routine quality control compliance quality control misc. equip. (Glucometer, etc.)
• Receipt of RAM
• Performs routine quality control Radiation Safety compliance. (Surveys, Wipes, Waste Disposal, etc.)
• Competent in all methods of venipuncture and dose injections. Computed Tomography Technologist
Ben Taub General Hospital - Houston, TX
May 2023 to Present
• Performs routine computed tomography examinations
• Performs complex Multi-phase, CTA/CTV, Stroke protocols in a Level I Trauma setting
• Ensures accurate image display and post-processing of CT images- Ensures clarity and accuracy in diagnostic results
• Prepares and administers contrast media to enhance the visibility of specific structures during CT scans
• Produces high-quality computed tomography exams adhering to regulatory compliance, inspection, and accreditation requirements
• Performs routine quality assurance
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Houston Methodist Hopistal - Baytown, TX
August 2022 to September 2023
• Performs routine nuclear medicine examinations to include nuclear cardiology, renal scans, hida scans, DatScans, PYP scans, WB Bone and 3-Phase bone scans, and SPECT/CT examinations
• PET/CT Examinations to include: Oncology PET, Ga68 Dotatate PET Studies, PET Brain Studies, Illucix PET scans
• Therapy: Y-90- Efficiently assays and prepares radiopharmaceuticals for Injection (Prepare ultra-tag kits, radiopharmaceutical kits).
• Ensures sterile pharmaceutical preparation and administration (CCK, Lasix, etc.)
• Performs routine quality control compliance for Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT Camera equipment
• Performs routine quality control compliance quality control for dose calibrator, thyroid probe, well counter
• Performs routine quality control compliance quality control misc. equip. (Glucometer, etc.)
• Receipt of RAM
• Performs routine quality control Radiation Safety compliance. (Surveys, Wipes, Waste Disposal, etc.)
• Competent in all methods of venipuncture and dose injections. Computed Tomography, Student Intern
Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Houston - Houston, TX June 2022 to August 2022
• Performs routine computed tomography examinations
• Performs complex Multi-phase, CTA/CTV
• Ensures accurate image display and post-processing of CT images- Ensures clarity and accuracy in diagnostic results
• Prepares and administers contrast media to enhance the visibility of specific structures during CT scans
• Produces high-quality computed tomography exams adhering to regulatory compliance, inspection, and accreditation requirements
• Performs routine quality assurance
Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Student Intern
Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Houston - Houston, TX August 2021 to May 2022
• Routine Nuclear Medicine Examinations, Bone Density Examinations, Nuclear Cardiology, Lymphoscintigraphy, SPECT/CT Examinations
• PET/CT Examinations to include Cardiac PET (N-13 & F-18-FDG), Oncology PET, Ga68 & Cu64 Dotatate PET Studies, PET Brain Studies, F-18-NAF
• Therapy: I-131, Ra-223, Y-90
• Assay and prepare radiopharmaceuticals for Injection (Prepare ultra-tag kits and radiopharmaceutical kits).
• Pharmaceutical Prep and Administration (CCK, Lasix, Dipyridamole, Regadenoson, etc.)
• Quality control for Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT Camera equipment and Bone Density Equipment
• Quality control for dose calibrator, thyroid probe, well counter
• Quality control misc. equip. (Indigo Infusion System, Glucometer, etc.)
• Receipt of RAM
• Radiation Safety. (Surveys, Wipes, Waste Disposal, etc.)
• Competent in all methods of venipuncture and dose injections. Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Student Intern
LYNDON B JOHNSON OUTPATIENT CLINIC - Houston, TX
June 2021 to July 2021
• Routine Nuclear Medicine Examinations, Nuclear Cardiology, Lymphoscintigraphy (Preparation), SPECT/ CT Examinations
• Assay and prepare radiopharmaceuticals for Injection (Prepare ultra-tag kits and radiopharmaceutical kits).
• Pharmaceutical Prep and Administration (CCK, Lasix, Regadenoson, etc.)
• Quality control for Nuclear Medicine Camera equipment
• Quality control for dose calibrator, thyroid probe, well counter
• Quality control misc. equip. (Crash Cart, etc.)
• Receipt of RAM
• Radiation Safety. (Surveys, Wipes, Waste Disposal, etc.)
• Competent in all methods of venipuncture and dose injections. Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Student Intern
Memorial Herman Memorial City Hospital - Houston, TX January 2021 to May 2021
• Routine Nuclear Medicine Examinations, SPECT/CT Examinations
• PET/CT Examinations to include Oncology PET, Ga68, & F-18-NAF
• Assay and prepare radiopharmaceuticals for Injection (Prepare ultra-tag kits and radiopharmaceutical kits).
• Pharmaceutical Prep and Administration (CCK, Lasix, Regadenoson, etc.)
• Quality control for Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT Camera equipment
• Quality control for dose calibrator, thyroid probe, well counter
• Quality control misc. equip. (Glucometer, etc.)
• Receipt of RAM
• Radiation Safety. (Surveys, Wipes, Waste Disposal, etc.)
• Competent in all methods of venipuncture and dose injections. Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Student Intern
Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital - Sugar Land, TX October 2020 to December 2020
• Routine Nuclear Medicine Examinations, Nuclear Cardiology, SPECT/CT Examinations
• Assay and prepare radiopharmaceuticals for Injection (Prepare ultra-tag kits and radiopharmaceutical kits).
• Quality control for dose calibrator, thyroid probe, well counter
• Receipt of RAM
• Radiation Safety. (Surveys, Wipes, Waste Disposal, etc.)
• Competent in all methods of venipuncture and dose injections. Clerk III/Office Manager
TOBAGO HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY - (TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO)
April 2004 to January 2019
• Office manager
• Time keeping and processing of employee payroll
• General Administrative duties
• Monitor and screen incoming calls and visitors
• Maintain office inventory and supplies
Education
Bachelor's degree in Diagnostic imaging Management UT MD Anderson Cancer Center - School of Health Professionals - Houston, TX August 2022 to May 2023
Enhanced Skills Certificate in Computed Tomography Houston Community College - Houston, TX
January 2022 to August 2022
Associate degree in Allied Sciences - Nuclear Medicine Technology Houston Community College - Houston, TX
June 2019 to May 2022
Skills
• Customer service (10+ years)
• Venipuncture (3 years)
• Vital Signs (3 years)
• Medical Imaging (3 years)
• Patient Care (3 years)
• Hospital Experience (3 years)
• Phlebotomy (3 years)
• Experience Administering Injections (3 years)
• Laboratory Experience
• EMR Systems
Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricardo-job-28639a1a9
Awards
Highest Honors
May 2022
Associates of Applied Sciences Degree - Houston Community College Summa Cum Laude
May 2023
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center - School of Health Professions Certifications and Licenses
American Heart Association Basic Life Support
April 2022 to April 2024
Texas Board of Medical Radiologic Technology (MRT) June 2022 to March 2024
pending approval
Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist - CNMT
May 2022 to November 2024
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - ARRT (N) May 2022 to November 2024
BLS Certification
American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (CT)
January 2023 to November 2024