Mercy Radiology Staff Spotlight June 2023 – Andrew Painting

🌟Andrew Painting, one of our Nuclear Medicine Technologists shares what it is like to be in this role, which isn’t as scary as it sounds!

🌟Tell us about your role 🌟

I am a Nuclear Medicine Technologist and have worked at Mercy Radiology for six and a half years. Being a Nuclear Medicine Technologist means that I use tiny amounts of nuclear isotopes to make pictures that show the physiology, or function of different parts of the body.

🌟 How did you get into this role? 🌟

I spent many years working as a medical sales representative for both pharmaceutical and medical device companies and trained in Nuclear Medicine as a mature aged student.

I have always been passionate about science, and radiology allows me to apply that passion and help people.

🌟 A typical day as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist 🌟

I start my day with the daily quality checks of the camera, as well as reviewing the referrals for all my patients for the day, so I know who is coming in.

The bulk of the day is interviewing patients, taking pictures, and making the final images that I send to our radiologists so they can write their reports. I also carry out different administrative tasks throughout the day.

🌟 What is the most rewarding part of your job? 🌟

Working with a great team and helping people. I also love the scientific aspects of what I do. I am able to help people and work with a high level of attention to detail.

🌟 What does it mean to you to be part of the Mercy team? 🌟

The Mercy team are friendly and supportive. We laugh through the good times and are there for each other when things are difficult. I have so many good memories from working here and am able to work with great patients.

🌟 How do you balance your busy work life with your health and family life? 🌟

I really enjoy the work that I do, which helps, but I also enjoy my free time. I love to cook, watch good TV shows, go to the gym, and explore and walk around Auckland.