Amy Stanley
Elgin,IL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. CT Technologist offering more than 31 years of experience and knowledge . Adept at performing wide array of tests, including Cardiac Angiography, and biopsy and drainage procedures. Committed to maintaining highest safety and quality standards. Extremely proficient with IV starts. Passionate about patient care, comfort, and privacy.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CT Technologist
St. Alexius Medical Center
08.1991 - Current
- 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.
- Traveled to nearby outpatient centers to help with coverage.
- Calibrated, maintained and troubleshot radiologic equipment to minimize operational downtime.
- Injected contrast for CT scans in accordance with department policy.
- Tended to physical and psychological patient preparation, calmly talking through procedures while positioning patients for scans and x-rays to alleviate nervousness or anxiety.
- Complied with department and hospital radiation and safety standards.
- Communicated clinical observations during CT scan examinations to radiologist.
- Demonstrated competency in assessment and range of treatment indicated for patients of diverse demographics.
- Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to radiology.
- Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
- Instructed patients on proper positioning for imaging.
- Administered various doses of radiation to obtain desired images.
X-Ray Technologist
Lutheran General Hospital
08.1989 - 08.1991
X-Ray Technologist
Northwest Community Hospital
07.1987 - 08.1989
Education
Certificate - Radiologic Technology
Northwest Community Hospital School of Radiologic
Arlington Heights, IL06.1987
Skills
- Patient Care
- Attention to Detail
- Patient Safety
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Team Collaboration
- Caring and Compassionate
- Patient Education
- Quality Control
- Documentation
Certification
ARRT(R)
Timeline
CT Technologist
St. Alexius Medical Center
08.1991 - Current
X-Ray Technologist
Lutheran General Hospital
08.1989 - 08.1991
X-Ray Technologist
Northwest Community Hospital
07.1987 - 08.1989
Certificate - Radiologic Technology
Northwest Community Hospital School of Radiologic