Jacqueline Hale
Mineral Springs,AR
Summary
A seasoned Radiology Technologist with 20+ years of experience in radiology and medical imaging. Proficient technologist with adaptability in producing comprehensive scans with varying obstacles. Professional and clear communicator, disseminating sensitive information to both patients and doctors.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
Little River Memorial Hospital
Ashdown, Arkansas
11.2016 - Current
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in emergency room and patients' bedsides.
- Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
- Executed various types of diagnostic imaging procedures on patients ranging in age from toddler to adult.
- Created images using CT to help physicians assess and diagnose patients.
Radiologic Technologist
University Of Arkansas Medical Sciences
Texarkana, Arkansas
09.2001 - Current
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
Radiologic Technologist
Howard Memorial Hospital
Nashville, AR
06.1995 - 09.2001
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating room, emergency room and patients' bedsides.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films and chemicals.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals for imaging procedures.
- Created images using Fluoroscopy, Ultrasound, Mammography, CT , Bone Density and Nuclear Medicine to help physicians assess and diagnose patients.
Radiologic Technologist
Little Rock Diagnostic Clinic
Little Rock, AR
08.1991 - 05.1993
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with clinic policies and procedures.
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Scanned and positioned patient for Bone Densitometry
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation for Mammography
Radiologic Technologist
St. Vincent Infirmary
Little Rock, AR
08.1987 - 07.1991
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides.
- Created images using fluoroscopy during angiograms to help physicians assess and diagnose patients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Wadley Regional Medical Center
Texarkana, TX07.1989
Skills
- Mammography
- Patient shielding techniques
- Diagnostic imaging
- X-rays
- Patient confidentiality
- EMR / EHR
- Direct Patient Care
- CT
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
Little River Memorial Hospital
11.2016 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
University Of Arkansas Medical Sciences
09.2001 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Howard Memorial Hospital
06.1995 - 09.2001
Radiologic Technologist
Little Rock Diagnostic Clinic
08.1991 - 05.1993
Radiologic Technologist
St. Vincent Infirmary
08.1987 - 07.1991
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Wadley Regional Medical Center