DAVID RIVAS, RT, (R) (T) (CT) CNMT

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CIBOLO, TX 78108

Mobile: 210-***-****

Home: 210-***-****

Work: 210-***-****

Email: ad1bnv@r.postjobfree.com

Email: ad1bnv@r.postjobfree.com

NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST

ARRT: #219744

NMTCB: #032509

Highly-Proficient Nuclear Medicine Technologist candidate offers 15+ years of radiological experience in both hospital and clinic environments, working collaboratively with attending physicians, mid- level practitioners, office, and clinical staff. Assists physicians with performing standard Nuclear Medicine procedures. Proficient in administering radiopharmaceuticals and/or medications via intravenous catheters. Administers radioactive pharmaceuticals to patients and demonstrate knowledge regarding possible side effects of radiopharmaceuticals and other medications. Performs exams on patients after administration of radiopharmaceutical. Take immediate action to remedy noted effects. Operates nuclear medicine equipment. Monitors radiation safety for physicians, patients, and staff. Strong oral/written communication skills. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills when providing compassionate patient care or interacting with medical personnel. Works effectively both independently and/or as part of a dynamic medical team. Prioritizes multiple tasks within projected timelines. ARRT & BLS certified. Core skills include:

* Nuclear Physics

* CT Scans

* Radiation Safety

* Cardiac Computed CT

* Nuclear Pharmacy

* Nuclear Imaging

* Direct Patient Care

* Diagnostic Quality Assurance of Radiologic Images

* Radiopharmaceuticals

* Cardiology Studies

* Diagnostic Imaging

* Medical Team Collaboration

- PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

* Member-The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)

* Member-Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Certification in Nuclear Medicine NMTCB (CNMT) (2014) Certification in Computed Tomography Technology (2002) Certification in Radiation Therapy Technology

CANCER THERAPY AND RESEARCH CENTER, (1990) San Antonio, TX Certification in Radiological Technology

INSTITUTE OF HEALTH EDUCATION, BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER, (1987) San Antonio, TX

BLS, ACLS, NMTCB & ARRT Certifications

Professional Development Training RT (T):

* Clinical training with simulation equipment: AECL Simulator, Varian Ximatron Simulator, Oldelft Simulator.

* Clinical training with treatment units: Varian 6mv, 4mv, C600, L1800, L2100, L2100CD and L2100EX.

* Experience with Siemens Mevatron and Phillips Linacs SL20 and 25.

* Perform IGRT and IMRT Treatments as well as Standard Radiation Therapy Treatments including Conformal and StereoRadiotactic Surgery. Professional Development Training RT (T):

* Clinical training with Picker CT Acqsim, MMS Treatment Planning, MS Nordion Treatment Planning and ADAC Pentacle.

* Training in Prostate Seed Implant Brachy Therapy and Ultrasound Prostate seed Planning.

* Huestis custom block fabrication device using lead equivalent materials

* Fabricating Custom wedge compensators

* Fabricating bolus for missing tissue in treatment areas. Professional Development Training RT (CT, R):

* CT Training includes GE Optima and Dual-slice and Multi-slice scanners. Toshiba 64, Siemens Somatome and Phillips Multi-slice scanners. Siemens 64 slice and Siemens Dual Energy Multi-slice scanners. Professional Development Training CNMT (PET/CT):

* Siemens Nuclear Camera's E-Cam and C-Cam

* Phillips CardioMD

* CT Scanners for PET/CT include GE 16 slice CT Scanners with PET attached

Languages: Bilingual fluency in English & Spanish

Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, CHCS, IMPAX (Scheduling and PACS), MEDITECH, MCKESSON Software

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Staff Nuclear Medicine Technologist PET/CT

SOUTH TEXAS RADIOLOGY IMAGING CENTRR

San Antonio, TX

5/2023- Present

* Perform multiple diagnostic imaging procedures, including cardiology studies and Nuclear Medicine Scans for outpatient and PET/CT Patients

* Administered Nuclear Isotopes as needed.

* Ensured exceptional patient care in a high-volume, out-patient imaging center

* Prepare nuclear equipment and accurately position patients for designated procedures.

* Prepare patients for radiologic tests/treatments, educating/informing them of what to expect during and after procedure.

* Managed treatment schedule; documented and verified daily treatments.

* Ensure safety of patients and staff by securing exposed areas with appropriate radiation protection devices.

40hrs/week varying shifts Monday-Friday

Staff Nuclear Medicine Technologist

North East Baptist Hospital

San Antonio, TX

8/2022-May 2023

* Perform multiple diagnostic imaging procedures, including cardiology studies and Nuclear Medicine Scans for ER, hospital, and outpatient.

* Administered Nuclear Isotopes as needed.

* Ensured exceptional patient care in a high-volume, hospital level 4 trauma center.

* Prepare nuclear equipment and accurately position patients for designated procedures.

* Prepare patients for radiologic tests/treatments, educating/informing them of what to expect during and after procedure.

* Managed treatment schedule; documented and verified daily treatments.

* Ensure safety of patients and staff by securing exposed areas with appropriate radiation protection devices.

40hrs/week varying shifts Monday-Friday

Staff CT Technologist

SAMMC Brooke Army Medical Center

San Antonio, TX

8/2015 to 8/2022

* Perform multiple diagnostic imaging procedures, including cardiology studies and CT scans for ER, hospital, and outpatient.

* Administered IV iodinated contrast and oral contrast as needed.

* Ensured exceptional patient care in a high-volume, hospital level 1 trauma center.

* Prepare diagnostic equipment and accurately position patients for designated procedures.

* Prepare patients for radiologic tests/treatments, educating/informing them of what to expect during and after procedure.

* Managed treatment schedule; documented and verified daily treatments.

* Ensure safety of patients and staff by securing exposed areas with appropriate radiation protection devices.

40hrs/week varying shifts Monday-Friday

Radiological Technologist/CT Technologist/Nuclear Medicine Technologist CHRISTUS SANTA NEW BRAUNFELS

NEW BRAUNFELS, TX

12/2008 to 4/2015

* Performed multiple diagnostic imaging procedures while ensuring exceptional patient care in a high-volume, hospital setting.

* Prepared diagnostic equipment and accurately position patients for designated procedures.

* Prepared patients for radiologic tests/treatments, educating/informing them of what to expect during and after procedure.

* Received and assay nuclear medicine isotopes for Nuclear Medicine studies, including PET/CT.

* Inject patients for Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT studies Staff CT Technologist

Radiological Technologist/CT Technologist/Nuclear Medicine Technologist CHRISTUS SANTA NEW BRAUNFELS

NEW BRAUNFELS, TX

12/2008 to 4/2005

* Performed multiple diagnostic imaging procedures while ensuring exceptional patient care in a high-volume, hospital setting.

* Prepared diagnostic equipment and accurately position patients for designated procedures.

* Prepared patients for radiologic tests/treatments, educating/informing them of what to expect during and after procedure.

* Received and assay nuclear medicine isotopes for Nuclear Medicine studies, including PET/CT.

* Inject patients for Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT studies. 40hrs/week varying shifts Monday-Friday

Radiological Technologist/CT Technologist

CARDIOLOGY CLINIC OF SAN ANTONIO

SAN ANTONIO, TX

10/2006 to 9/2008

* Performed broad range of functions, including cardiac computed CT, cardiac CT using IV contrast, coronary angiograms, cardiac scoring, and stress tests.

* Prepared patients for impending radiologic tests and treatments by helping them relax and informing them what to expect during and after.

* Conducted CT scanning program using Toshiba 64 slice scanner while performing cardiac studies and vital images work station to detect cardiac disease.

* Inject patients for Nuclear Medicine studies when not busy in Computed Tomography.

* Handled patient transport as needed.

40hrs/week Monday-Friday Nuclear Medicine Technologist

SCHNITZLER CARDIOVASCULAR CONSULTANTS

SAN ANTONIO, TX

10/2005 to 9/2006

* Received and assay nuclear medicine isotopes for Nuclear Medicine studies, including PET/CT.

* Informed, educated, and prepared patients for nuclear stress tests.

* Informed, educated, and prepared patients for blood volume analysis examinations.

* Inject patients for Nuclear Medicine studies.

40hrs/week Monday-Friday

CT Technologist

BROOKE ARMY MEDICAL CENTER (Now San Antonio Military Medical Center) SAN ANTONIO, TX

Nuclear Medicine/CT/Diagnostic Radiology

NORTH CENTRAL BAPTIST HOSPITAL

SAN ANTONIO, TX

10/2003 to 6/2005

* Performed various diagnostic procedures while ensuring highest level of compassionate patient care in a high-volume, world class hospital setting.

* Explain radiological tests and treatments to patients.

* Complied with safety principles to ensure radiation protection and patient welfare.

40hrs/week Monday-Friday

Radiation Therapy Technologist

PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE DEVELOPMENT GROUP

SAN ANTONIO, TX

5/2001 to 9/2003

* Performed Radiation therapy treatments under direction of Radiation Oncologist physician, utilizing HDR Brachy-therapy device to treat cancerous areas through implanted catheter.

* Simulated cancer treatments under direction of Radiation Oncologist physician, utilizing CT scanner to create radiation therapy treatment portals.

* Conducted prostate ultrasound to define treatment area, utilizing radioactive seed implants.

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40hrs/week Monday-Friday

Radiation Therapy Technologist

Live Oak Regional Cancer Center

San Antonio, TX

January 2001 - April 30, 2001

* Performed Radiation therapy treatments under direction of Radiation Oncologist physician, utilizing HDR Brachy-therapy device to treat cancerous areas through implanted catheter.

* Simulated cancer treatments under direction of Radiation Oncologist physician, utilizing CT scanner to create radiation therapy treatment portals.

* Conducted prostate ultrasound to define treatment area, utilizing radioactive seed implants.

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40hrs/week Monday-Friday

Radiation Therapy Technologist

Bliss Cancer Center/ Mary Greeley Medical Center

Ames Iowa

1/1998 to 12/31/2000

• Supervisor of Radiation Oncology Department at Mary Greeley Medical Center and Satellite Cancer Center in Webster City Iowa

• Supervised staff of 8 Radiation Therapist 1 Registered Nurse and 1 medical assistant at Mary Greeley Medical Center

• Supervised staff of 2 Radiation Therapist 1 Registered Nurse and 1 medical assistant in Webster City

* Performed Radiation therapy treatments under direction of Radiation Oncologist physician, utilizing HDR Brachy-therapy device to treat cancerous areas through implanted catheter.

* Simulated cancer treatments under direction of Radiation Oncologist physician, utilizing CT scanner to create radiation therapy treatment portals.

* As the Supervisor of the Department I did 60% supervisory duties such as payroll, budgeting of equipment and supplies for the fiscal year, annual evaluations and the other 40% was functioning as a Radiation Therapist and treating patients and other duties as assigned, Relocated to San Antonio because of ill parent in December of 2000

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Salaried employee could work in excess of 40 hours

ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE(PRN As needed)

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

NEW BRAUNFELS CARDIOLOGY

NEW BRAUNFELS, TX

8/2009 to 8/2010

* Received and assay nuclear medicine isotopes for Nuclear Medicine studies.

* Inject patients for Nuclear Medicine studies.

* Perform broad range of duties, including preparing, educating, and informing patients for nuclear stress testing.

8hrs/day Monday-Friday PRN as needed

PET/CT Technologist

SHARED MEDICAL SYSTEM

SAN MARCUS, TX

6/2014 to 5/2015

* Conducted PET/CT studies under direction of Nuclear Medicine Technologist in mobile unit.

* Utilized GE 16 slice scanner and PET Scintillation Camera, averaging 10 studies per day.

* Perform broad range of duties, including preparing, educating, and informing patients for PET/CT examinations.

* Inject patients for Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT studies. Part-Time: 8-12 hours/week Monday-Friday

PET/CT Technologist

RADIOLOGY CORPORATION OF AMERICA

SAN MARCUS, TX

6/2011 to 6/2014

Supervisor: Precious Hernandez

Phone: 512-***-****

Part-Time: 8-12 hours/week

Salary: [Amount]

* Conducted PET/CT studies under direction of Nuclear Medicine Technologist in mobile unit.

* Utilized GE 16 slice scanner and PET Scintillation Camera, averaging 10 studies per day.

* Perform broad range of duties, including preparing, educating, and informing patients for PET/CT examinations.

* Inject patients for Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT studies. Part-Time: 8-12 hours/week Monday-Friday

Diagnostic Radiology/CT Technologist

EMERUS/BAPTIST EMERGENCY HOSPITAL

SAN ANTONIO, TX

7/2014 to 9/2014

* Performed broad range of duties, including diagnostic radiology and CT studies under direction of attending Emergency Hospital physician using GE 16 slice CT scanner and GE Diagnostic Radiology equipment.

* Managed stock/inventory supply levels, performed venipuncture’s to start IVs for laboratory blood testing and 12 lead EKG. PRN as need weekend shift 2 12hour shifts vary 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am

PRN Radiation Therapist

ARTESIAN CANCER CENTER

SAN ANTONIO, TX

6/2010 to 1/2013

* Assumed duties of full-time Radiation Therapist as needed.

* Performed radiation therapy treatments under direction of Radiation Oncologist physician, utilizing HDR Brachy Therapy device to treat cancer through implanted catheter.

* Performed simulation of cancer treatments under direction of Radiation Oncologist physician, utilizing CT scanner to create radiation therapy portals.

8hour shift as needed Monday-Friday

PRN Radiation Therapist

JOURDANTON COMMUNITY CANCER CENTER

JOURDANTON, TX

6/2010 to 1/2013

* Assumed duties of full-time Radiation Therapist as needed.

* Performed radiation therapy treatments under direction of Radiation Oncologist physician, utilizing HDR Brachy Therapy device to treat cancer through implanted catheter.

* Performed simulation of cancer treatments under direction of Radiation Oncologist physician, utilizing CT scanner to create radiation therapy portals.

8hour shift as needed Monday-Friday

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