Melany L. Thompson

Midlothian,VA

Summary

Adept CT Technologist with 5 years of experience. Applies up-to-date diagnostic imaging techniques to produce clear, informative imaging clarifying patient abnormalities. Competent in performing all CT/X-RAY related functions in professional environment.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Computed Tomography Technologist/Radiologic Technologist

Swift Creek Freestanding Emergency Center

Midlothian , VA

2017.04 - Current

Performing diagnostic scans and images in emergent settings quickly and efficiently along with basic patient care in a solo capacity
Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films and chemicals.
Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.

Computed Tomography Technologist

John Randolph Medical Center

2012.08 - 2018.05

Performing x-rays/CT's on Inpatients/Outpatients/ER patients
Basic knowledge/skill utilizing a C-arm in the OR and Endoscopy
Fluoroscopy studies
Performing CT exams and assisting in biopsies under supervision of the lead CT technologist.
Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.

Radiology Coordinator/Staff Technologist

BetterMed Urgent Care

2012.12 - 2017.04

Clinical capacity – triaging patients, performing x-rays, all above mentioned clinical skills
Maintaining dosimeters for all x-ray techs
Continued maintenance of State of Virginia health department licenses and inspections
Maintaining relationships with outpatient imaging centers to facilitate superior patient care
Point of contact for all software and hardware installs and continued maintenance of all sites
Sole trainer of personnel for all new Radiologic Technologists for all sites
Monthly reconciliation of billing from radiology overread company for all sites.
Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize team productivity

Education

16 hour ARRT accredited course in Computed Tomography -

Bon Secours School of Imagine

Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology

Richmond School of Health And Technology

Hopewell, Virginia

08.2012

Skills

Patient Advocacy
Patient shielding techniques

X-rays
Patient education