Attentive and experienced nuclear medicine professional skilled in managing Imaging and Radiation equipment, Radiation safety and calculating precise dosages. Focused on quality control and patient satisfaction. Excels at managing time under pressure to maintain tight schedules.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiological Safety Officer
Sprint Diagnostics
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
05.2023 - 09.2023
Performed nuclear medicine imaging procedures, such as SPECT, CT, PET, CT and cardiac stress tests.
Developed protocols for efficient workflow processes within the department.
Maintained detailed records of all procedures performed in the laboratory.
Supervised and trained junior technologists in the use of various imaging equipment and techniques.
Assisted physicians in diagnosis by providing technical advice and expertise on nuclear medicine procedures.
Collaborated with radiologists, physicists, nurses, technicians, pharmacists, dietitians, social workers and other healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
Monitored radiation safety protocols and ensured compliance with AERB regulations.
Radiological Safety Officer
Vijaya Diagnostic Centre
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
07.2022 - 05.2023
Worked as a Chief Radiological Safety Officer for seven Nuclear Medicine Departments.
Commissioned a High dose therapy ward with 2 beds.
Provided assistance for 3 nuclear medicine departments in commissioning and implementing Radiation safety procedures.
Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives.
Ensured the safety of personnel, equipment, and materials through the enforcement of safety protocols.
Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with government regulations.
Monitored all operations for potential radiation risks and threats.
Radiation Safety Officer
Anuvu Institute of Nuclear Sciences LLP
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India
06.2021 - 07.2022
Commissioned the Nuclear Medicine Department with Gamma Camera - DDD Quantum Cam and High dose therapy ward with 2 beds.
Implemented protocols for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Implemented Radiation Safety protocols.
Provided technical advice on equipment used in nuclear medicine imaging studies.
Conducted radiation safety surveys and inspections to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
Conducted waste management activities such as labeling, segregation, packaging, storage, shipping, disposal. according to regulatory requirements.
Implemented an effective program of shielding design reviews in accordance with established guidelines.
Participated in interdepartmental meetings regarding issues concerning radiation protection matters.
Perform quality control checks on Radio-pharmaceuticals, Gamma camera, Radiation measuring and monitoring equipment.
Radiological Safety Officer
Kiran Nuclear Medicine & PET CT
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
02.2020 - 04.2021
Commissioned the Nuclear Medicine Department with GE Discovery-Hawk eye Gamma Camera, GE Discovery IQ Gen 2, High dose Therapy with 2 beds with respect to the AERB guidelines.
Implemented all the Radiation Safety and Emergency response plans.
Performed nuclear medicine imaging procedures, such as SPECT, CT, PET, CT and cardiac stress tests.
Developed protocols for efficient workflow processes within the department.
Designed and instituted new processes and standards for outpatient and inpatient diagnostic exams to achieve and exceed department goals.
Nuclear Medicine Physicist
EKO-SGCC & RI
Kolkata, West Bengal
05.2018 - 02.2020
Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
Maintained inventory and supply levels for contrast materials, film, catheters and other medical items, checking inventory stock and reordering items running low.
Administered IV contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals and antispasmodics to patients.
Prepared radioactive materials for use in medical procedures.
Performed quality control tests on radiopharmaceuticals to ensure safety and efficacy.
Maintained adherence to safety procedures for disposal and handling of radioactive materials.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Medicine Technology
Manipal University
Karnataka, India
06-2018
P.G Diploma - Nuclear Medicine Technology
Manipal University
Karnataka, India
06-2018
Skills
Staff Training and Development
Radiation Safety Protocols
Patient Care Management
Quality Control Procedures
Radiopharmaceutical Administration
Problem-Solving Capabilities
Effective Communication Abilities
Clinical Research
Diagnostic Procedures
Procedure Development
Accomplishments
Completed observatory posting from Narayana Health, Bangalore in 2018.
Completed internship in Nuclear medicine procedure at Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore in 2018.
Completed internship in Nuclear medicine procedures at HCG Hospital, Bangalore in 2018.
Certificate of participation for 22nd Annual Conference for Society of Nuclear Medicine India (Southern Chapter)..
Certificate of participation for 23rd Annual Conference of the Society of Nuclear Medicine India (Southern Chapter).
Certificate of participation CME on “Nuclear Medicine Technology Update-2016”.
Certificate of participation for World Theragnostics Academy (WTA).
Certificate of participation in Second World Rhenium Congress (WRC).
Certificate of participation for SNMICON-2017.
Certification
Cleared Radiological Safety Officer - II (NM) from Atomic Energy Regulatory Board, India in 2019.
Cleared Radiological Safety Officer - III (NM - Therapy) from KIDWAI Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore - AERB in 2021.
Cleared Pearson Test of English with a score of 81 in 2023.
Manager Federal Regulations Gov't Affairs at United Management/Sprint NextelManager Federal Regulations Gov't Affairs at United Management/Sprint Nextel