Allessa Ingraham-Albert
Leesville,LA
Summary
Radiologic Technologist with more than 2 years of experience performing diagnostic x-ray and CT exams. Clear and effective communicator ensuring patients and family members are properly informed. Approachable and nurturing with an emphasis on patient education and comfort.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CT Technologist
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
- Perform high quality radiologic and CT exams.
- Inject contrast for CT scans in accordance with department policy.
- Follow radiation safety measures and use protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Uphold high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
Radiologic/CT Scan Technologist
Byrd Regional Hospital
05.2022 - Current
- Perform high quality CT and x-ray exams.
- Administer oral and IV contrast to patients.
- Start IVs on patients when needed for a CT with IV contrast.
- Uphold a high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to concerns and questions.
- Follow radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Review and evaluate x-rays and CT scans for information to determine satisfaction of images for diagnostic purposes.
- Communicate effectively with patients.
Level 2 Radiologic Technologist
Maine General Medical Center
07.2020 - 01.2022
- Performed diagnostic CT and x-ray exams while minimizing the radiation dose to the patient through the application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials for CT exams.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills not only with patients of all age ranges, but with coworkers.
- Collected thorough patient history to assist the radiologist in diagnosing patients as well as keep all patients safe.
- Started IVs for the administration of contrast.
CT Tech-13 Week Contract(Cross Country Healthcare)
Franklin Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Performed high quality radiologic and CT exams on patients.
- Administered IV and oral contrast.
- Demonstrated clear communication with patients and fellow team members to provide excellent patient care.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Reviewed patient's history, obtained necessary information and documentation and educated patients.
Radiologic Technologist Assistant
Byrd Regional Hospital
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Responsible for assisting Radiologic Technologists in performing diagnostic x-ray and CT exams while minimizing the radiation dose to the patient.
- Demonstrated clear and effective communication skills to establish a rapport with patients to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Educated patients and their families about imaging processes and addressed questions and concerns.
- Provided excellent customer service to patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
CT Technologist- Contract
Aya Healthcare
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Performed high quality scans with and without IV contrast.
- Worked efficiently in a team environment as well as an independent environment.
- Demonstrated time management skills while working in a busy ER.
- Exhibited excellent communication with all patients to ensure that all patients are informed and receive high quality care.
CT Technologist
Rapides Regional Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
- Promote departmental efficiency through excellent time management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Perform high quality CT scans on patients while efficiently communicating with them about the scan and answering any questions they may have.
- Work well in a team environment to provide excellent patient care to all patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Sciences
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA05.2020
High School Diploma -
Hermon High School
Hermon, Maine 06.2016
Skills
- Clear and effective communication
- Minimizing patient radiation dose while obtaining diagnostic CT and x-ray images
- Patient education
- Patient transfer skills
- Patient positioning
- Venipuncture
- Patient shielding techniques
- Contrast administration
Certification
- R.T.(R)(CT)(ARRT)
- BLS
- Licensed Radiologic Technologist- State of Maine
- Licensed Radiologic Technologist- State of Louisiana
Timeline
CT Technologist
Rapides Regional Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
CT Technologist- Contract
Aya Healthcare
05.2023 - 02.2024
CT Technologist
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
Radiologic/CT Scan Technologist
Byrd Regional Hospital
05.2022 - Current
CT Tech-13 Week Contract(Cross Country Healthcare)
Franklin Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - 04.2022
Level 2 Radiologic Technologist
Maine General Medical Center
07.2020 - 01.2022
Radiologic Technologist Assistant
Byrd Regional Hospital
04.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Sciences
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
High School Diploma -
Hermon High School