Amanda Pena
Summary
Dedicated Mammography Technologist with nearly 10 years of experience providing care to patients in Indiana. Looking to secure a patient imaging navigator position that will allow me to experience another aspect of the business, improve patient outcomes and display the values of the organization.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mammographer
Franciscan Health Munster
08.2019 - Current
- Over a year experience as stand in lead mammographer.
- Assisted in training new staff members on mammography best practices, protocols, and equipment usage, ensuring a smooth onboarding process for newcomers.
- 5 years experience performing quality control and careful documentation on mammography units and monitors.
- Implemented quality control measures, ensuring consistent high standards for image acquisition and interpretation.
- Assisted radiologists with ultrasound biopsies, stereotactic biopsies, needle location, and Savi Scout procedures.
- Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in improved efficiency within the mammography department.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current on best practices and advancements in mammography technology.
Radiologic Technologist
Franciscan Health Munster
12.2015 - 08.2019
- Performed inpatient, outpatient, emergency/trauma radiology, and fluoroscopy exams
- Cath Lab and surgery experience.
- Maintained record and performed quality control on Xray units and portable machines.
- Ensured compliance with all state and federal regulations governing radiation exposure by maintaining proper documentation and following established protocols during every examination.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
South Suburban College
South Holland, IL05-2014
Skills
- Proficient in EPIC, PACS, Phillips RIS, Intelleview and Lunar software
- 3D Digital mammography, DEXA, ABUS trained
- 5 years of assisting in ultrasound and stereotactic biopsies, needle location and Savi Scout procedures
- 5 years quality control experience
Certification
- ARRT-R.T.
- ARRT-M
- BLS
Timeline
Mammographer
Franciscan Health Munster
08.2019 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Franciscan Health Munster
12.2015 - 08.2019
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
South Suburban College
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