Amber Coffey
Murphy,NC
Summary
Committed to protecting patients and effectively supporting clinical care needs by producing high-quality imagery. Talented X-Ray Technologist equipped to handle demanding workloads and help patients feel comfortable with different procedures. Well-versed in completing scans.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Xray Tech
Tallulah Health
- Completed x-rays safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
- Maintained examination rooms and restocked medical and radiologic supplies.
- Checked equipment each day and reported major malfunctions to supervisor for attention.
- Developed and processed radiologic film to aid in diagnostics and patient monitoring with high-quality imagery.
Scale House Attendant
Blue Rock Materials
07.2023 - Current
- Operated weigh scales and issued tickets when necessary.
- Communicated with operators to share information related to product.
- Complied with safety regulations to avoid potential injuries and support company goals.
- Maintained accurate documentation and processed payments efficiently to keep waiting at minimum.
- Answered customer calls professionally and routed to appropriate person.
- Dispatched orders to drivers for efficiency.
Xray/CT Technologist
Cherokee Indian Hospital
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Monitored patient's well-being during exams and recognized discomfort or medical problems and took appropriate action.
- Responded to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Assisted radiologists with image-guided body biopsies and thyroid biopsies.
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
02.2017 - 02.2019
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Xray/CT Technician
Stephens Co Hospital
05.2017 - 04.2018
- Injected contrast for CT scans in accordance with department policy.
- Calibrated, maintained and troubleshot radiologic equipment to minimize operational downtime.
- Complied with departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety, heeding appropriate reporting requirements.
- Communicated with physicians, nurses and other team members concerning patient status, diagnoses and related information.
Xray/CT Technologist
Northside Canton Hospital
01.2014 - 05.2017
- Monitored patient's well-being during exams and recognized discomfort or medical problems and took appropriate action.
- Responded to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Injected contrast for CT scans in accordance with department policy.
- Used computed tomography equipment to take images of patients from different angles to form complete picture of condition and provide firm foundation for accurate diagnosis.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Operated radiologic equipment to obtain images of body structures.
Medical Assistant
Andrews Internal Medicine
01.2009 - 07.2014
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Xray/CT Technologist
Chatuge Regional Hospital
07.2002 - 08.2008
- Monitored patient's well-being during exams and recognized discomfort or medical problems and took appropriate action.
- Responded to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Assisted radiologists with image-guided procedures.
- Calibrated, maintained and troubleshot radiologic equipment to minimize operational downtime.
- Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Injected contrast for CT scans in accordance with department policy.
Education
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Tri County Community College
Murphy, NCAssociate of Applied Science - Radiology
Southwestern Community College
Sylva, NC05.2004
Skills
- Radiologic Technology
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Staff Education and Training
- Venipuncture
- Patient Care
- HIPAA
- Hemoglobin Testing
- Medical Terminology
- Patient-Focused Care
- Patient Scheduling
- Data Entry
- Patient Assessments
Timeline
Scale House Attendant
Blue Rock Materials
07.2023 - Current
Xray/CT Technologist
Cherokee Indian Hospital
01.2019 - 03.2020
Xray/CT Technician
Stephens Co Hospital
05.2017 - 04.2018
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
02.2017 - 02.2019
Xray/CT Technologist
Northside Canton Hospital
01.2014 - 05.2017
Medical Assistant
Andrews Internal Medicine
01.2009 - 07.2014
Xray/CT Technologist
Chatuge Regional Hospital
07.2002 - 08.2008
Xray Tech
Tallulah Health
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Tri County Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
Southwestern Community College
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