Amanda DeFrehn
SAINTALBANS
Summary
Seasoned Lead Radiologic Technologist known for high productivity levels and efficient task completion. Skilled in advanced imaging techniques, patient positioning, and radiation safety protocols. Excel in teamwork, communication, and adaptability, ensuring optimal operation within fast-paced environments. Prioritize precision in diagnostic procedures and compassionate patient care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Neuro & Vascular Interventional Technologist
Charleston Area Medical Center Health System Inc.
Charleston
08.2019 - Current
- Operated imaging equipment for neuro and vascular procedures.
- Assisted physicians during interventional procedures with specialized techniques.
- Maintained patient safety and comfort throughout imaging processes.
- Managed sterile technique for all interventions, including set-up of equipment and supplies.
- Performed diagnostic angiograms on patients to assess the anatomy of vessels and organs.
- Troubleshot technical problems related to equipment used during interventional radiology procedures.
- Provided direct patient care before, during and after each procedure.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations by following established protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient care protocols.
- Supervised imaging department staff to ensure optimal workflow and efficiency.
- Participated in continuing education activities to stay current with changes in technology and techniques used in the field of interventional radiology.
Radiologic Technologist
Charleston Area Medical Center Health System Inc.
Charleston
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Operated radiographic equipment to perform diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Maintained patient safety and comfort during radiographic examinations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure accurate imaging protocols.
- Positioned patients and x-ray and CT equipment, and implemented beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure.
- Followed radiation safety guidelines to minimize exposure for patients and staff.
- Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating, and emergency rooms.
- Processed digital images using PACS system for storage, retrieval and transmission purposes.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Assisted in the training of new radiologic technologists and staff members.
- Delivered comprehensive training to students and new technologists on equipment, imaging processing, patient relations and best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Technology
Marshall University
Huntington, WV 06.2014 - 05.2018
Skills
- Fluoroscopy operation
- Endovascular coiling
- Intracranial stenting
- Percutaneous transluminal angioplasty
- Angiographic techniques
- Diagnostic angiography
- Carotid artery stenting
- Balloon angioplasty
- Embolization procedures
- Digital subtraction angiography
- Intra-arterial thrombolysis
- Vascular imaging expertise
- Vascular Access maintenance
- Patient positioning techniques
- Imaging equipment operation
- Technical troubleshooting
- Radiation safety compliance
- Radiation safety protocols
- Patient care
- Patient management
- Patient preparation
- Emergency response
- Emergency care
- Healthcare collaboration
- Physician collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Communication skills
- Team leadership
- Staff supervision
- Training and mentoring
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking efficiency
- Medical device handling
- Medical device operation
- Medical terminology
- Interpreting waveforms
- Sterile technique management
- Sterile technique adherence
- Contrast media administration
- Professional ethics
- HIPAA compliance
- Ongoing education
- Continuing education involvement
- Team player mindset
- Adaptable to technology
- Neuro interventional procedures
- Neurological disorders
- Staff supervision
- Medical device operation
Certification
- ARRT(R)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Neuro & Vascular Interventional Technologist
Charleston Area Medical Center Health System Inc.
08.2019 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Charleston Area Medical Center Health System Inc.
07.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Technology
Marshall University
06.2014 - 05.2018