Amber Leidholt
Marquette,MI
Summary
Highly skilled Registered Technologist (R)(M)(BS)(ARRT) and United States Air Force Veteran with over 10 years of experience in medical imaging, specializing in breast imaging and ultrasound for the past 9 years. Proven expertise in providing high-quality patient care in both hospital and travel settings. Adept at utilizing advanced imaging technologies and maintaining compliance with industry standards. Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management and committed to continuous professional growth. Seeking new opportunities to apply my clinical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to advancing healthcare outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Mammography Technologist
Aya Healthcare
06.2023 - 11.2024
- Provided training for new Mammography Technologists joining the team, promoting skill development within the department.
- Contributed to the early detection of breast cancer for numerous patients through meticulous imaging techniques.
- Ensured accurate diagnostic results by performing high-quality mammograms according to established protocols.
- Checked patient details against records to maintain accuracy of procedures.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
Mammography Technologist
McLaren Greater Lansing
08.2022 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Ensured accurate diagnostic results by performing high-quality mammograms according to established protocols.
- Performed screening diagnostic breast mammograms.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
Mammography/Breast Ultrasound Technologist
UCHealth Hospital
12.2020 - 06.2022
- Lead QC technologist executing quality control testing and overseeing documentation for ACR, FDA, MQSA inspections for two facilities
- Obtained patient history, explained and scheduled patient procedures while addressing patient concerns prior to all exams
- Performed screening and diagnostic mammography procedures according to department protocols
- Performed breast ultrasound exams and assisted radiologist with breast ultrasound interventional procedures to department protocols
- Proficient in mammography and ultrasound guided breast biopsies, savi placements, wire localizations, breast drainage and aspirations
- Performed bone density exam utilizing GE Lunar equipment
- Knowledgeable with EPIC, PACS, Magview, Excel and Word documents
Mammography Technologist
United States Air Force – Active Duty
01.2013 - 01.2021
- Managed personnel, responsible for day to day management and operation
- Performed annual and diagnostic mammography examinations
- Performed diagnostic breast ultrasounds and ultrasound guided biopsies
- Proficient in stereotactic biopsies and needle localizations
- Improved overall department functionality through assisting in installation of 3D mammography equipment and training.
- Obtained patient history, explaining and scheduling procedures in coordination with the surgery clinic
- Executed quality control testing and documentation for MQSA inspections
- Responsible for clerical duties to include but not limited to faxing, filing, image request, answering phone calls, and scheduling patients
- Conducted thorough employee evaluations, providing feedback and guidance for professional growth.
Radiologic Technologist
United States Air Force – Active Duty
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Prepared and positions patients while selecting anatomic and technical parameters accurately
- Ordered, stocked and maintained exam rooms and clinic area with standard level of supplies, medications, linens, forms and equipment
- Responsible for clerical duties to include but not limited to faxing, filing, answering phone calls, and scheduling patients
- Assisted in training new Radiologic Technologists on department policies, procedures, equipment usage, and best practices for patient care.
- Served as a liaison between radiology department and hospital administration, advocating for resources and support to enhance patient care services.
Lead Radiologic Technologist /Mammography Technologist
United States Air Force – Active Duty
06.2014 - 12.2016
- Lead Technologist responsible in overseeing day to day operations
- Performed annual and diagnostic mammography examinations
- Responsible for calling/scheduling Birads0 and tech recall patients back for additional imaging
- Assisted with breast biopsies and needle localizations
- Executed quality control testing and documentation for MQSA inspections
- Performed routine, trauma, portable, surgical, and fluoroscopic exams for inpatient & outpatient services
- Operated C-arm and O-arm units during surgical procedures
- Maintained high-quality imaging standards by regularly calibrating and performing quality control checks on all radiology equipment.
Radiologist Technologist Student
United States Air Force – Active Duty
07.2013 - 05.2014
- Performed routine, portable, and fluoroscopic examinations
- Operated C-arm units during surgical procedures
- Completed CT training by observing, assisting, and performing exams
- Efficiently handled administration duties such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, and maintaining medical records
- Enhanced patient comfort by effectively explaining procedures and answering questions related to radiologic exams.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on advancements in radiology technology and best practices within the field.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Imaging
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT02-2024
Skills
- Team leadership
- Customer service
- Patient care
- Digital mammography
- Breast ultrasound
- Diagnostic imaging
- Time management
- Complex Problem-solving
- Performance evaluations
- Verbal and written communication
- Scheduling and coordinating
Certification
- BLS Certified
- U.S. Air Force Diagnostic Imaging Course
- U.S. Air Force Mammography Course
- Certified by American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)(R)
- Certified American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) (M)
- Certified American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) (BS)
Timeline
Travel Mammography Technologist
Aya Healthcare
06.2023 - 11.2024
Mammography Technologist
McLaren Greater Lansing
08.2022 - 06.2023
Mammography/Breast Ultrasound Technologist
UCHealth Hospital
12.2020 - 06.2022
Radiologic Technologist
United States Air Force – Active Duty
01.2017 - 01.2019
Lead Radiologic Technologist /Mammography Technologist
United States Air Force – Active Duty
06.2014 - 12.2016
Radiologist Technologist Student
United States Air Force – Active Duty
07.2013 - 05.2014
Mammography Technologist
United States Air Force – Active Duty
01.2013 - 01.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Imaging
Community College of The Air Force
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Western Governors University
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