Aime'e Halweg
Springfield,MO
Summary
Lead CT Technologist at Mercy Hospital Springfield, recognized for enhancing patient care through effective staff training and compliance with radiation safety protocols. Proven ability to reduce image interpretation errors while fostering collaborative teamwork. Skilled in advanced scanning techniques, ensuring high-quality diagnostics in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead CT Technologist
Mercy Hospital Springfield
03.2020 - Current
- Reduced errors in image interpretation by providing ongoing training and support for staff technologists.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current with industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Maintained a monthly schedule for 25 employees.
- Interviewed and hired new employees.
- Attended monthly Stroke Meetings.
- Attended monthly ER Meetings
- Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists and imaging assistants.
- Coordinated with the Cardiology team for Quality Assurance for our scans and protocols.
- Pre-certed and sent off all Heart Flows for the Cardiologist.
- Check charges are correct for all Biopsy and Drainages.
- Worked a daily Work Que for complex orders.
- Scheduling of exams that needed to be done with anesthesia.
- Ordering of supplies.
- Responsible for the yearly apron checks for our department.
- Responsible for making and maintain relationships with our Supply Reps.
- Responsible for coordinating with Brocco and GE for maintenance and repairs of equipment in our department.
CT Technologist
Mercy Hospital Springfield
02.2007 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
- Promoted departmental efficiency through excellent time management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Ensured accurate diagnosis by meticulously following imaging protocols and adjusting techniques based on patient needs.
- Cared for ER patients in our Level I Trauma Hospital
- Proficient in scanning advanced procedure including, Cardiac scans, Biopsy/Drainages, Profusions.
- Facilitated emergency room diagnostics, rapidly responding to urgent scan requests for critical Trauma and Stroke patients.
- Rotated thru the 560 bed Hospital and a 60 bed ER.
- Oversaw patient scheduling and flow between five scanners.
CT Technologist
UMC Hospital
09.2005 - 01.2007
- Responsible for performing diagnostic CT exams on inpatients, outpatients and Trauma patients.
- Experience performing 3D orthopedic and neurology exams.
- Assist Radiologist in performing CTA chest, aorta and extremity exams.
- Assist with the training of new CT Technologist.
- Oversaw patient scheduling and flow between three scanners.
- Assist Radiologists with in performing interventional exams.
- Starting of IV's on inpatients and outpatients.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
X-Ray Technologist
UMC Hospital
07.2001 - 01.2007
- Experienced technologist performing diagnostic X-rays at Nevada's only Level I Trauma Center.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by providing clear instructions and addressing concerns before, during, and after procedures.
- Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing anxiety or discomfort during procedures.
- Performed X-ray exams on inpatients, outpatients, trauma and pediatric ER patients.
- Surgery Tech assisting physicians using C-arm and portable X-ray machines.
- Senior orthopedic technologist rotating through the UMC cast clinic for both adults and pediatric patients.
- Responsible for weekly ordering and stocking of supplies.
- Responsible for completing yearly apron checks for the entire hospital for 2004-2007.
- Assist in the training of new students.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies -
University of Las Nevada
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Adaptable to change
- Radiation safety protocols
- Staff training and development
- Patient care
- Scanner operation
- 3D Post-processing
Certification
- Certified BLS
Timeline
Lead CT Technologist
Mercy Hospital Springfield
03.2020 - Current
CT Technologist
Mercy Hospital Springfield
02.2007 - Current
CT Technologist
UMC Hospital
09.2005 - 01.2007
X-Ray Technologist
UMC Hospital
07.2001 - 01.2007
Certificate of Technical Studies -
University of Las Nevada
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