Andrea Ellison
Simpsonville,US
Summary
Motivated Radiologic Technologist with a proven track record at Prisma Health Upstate, enhancing patient care through critical thinking and advanced digital imaging techniques. Expert in patient confidentiality, direct care, and improved imaging efficiency and quality. Skilled in teamwork and streamlining workflow, making a notable reduction in exam times. Expert in orthopedic exams and protocols.
CPR certified
ARRT 2004-current
SCQRSA
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiology Technologist
Prisma Health Upstate
2007.11 - Current
- Ability to follow processes and work with various EMR/PACS platforms.
- Ability to work in fast paced environments, averaging 200+ exams per week
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients
- Assisted in training new Radiologic Technologists and students on department procedures, equipment usage, and efficiency.
- Enhanced patient experience with compassionate communication and attention to detail during examinations.
- Ensured compliance with all state and federal regulations governing radiation exposure.
- Aided in reducing repeat examinations due to image artifacts or poor positioning through thorough pre-imaging assessments.
- Cultivated a positive team atmosphere by knowledge sharing.
- Improved radiology department efficiency with implementation of new imaging protocols.
Radiologic Technologist/Mammography Technologist
Diagnostic Center of the Carolinas
2004.06 - 2007.11
- Performed diagnostic breast mammograms.
- Led quality control checks and audits, ensuring that all mammography images met or exceeded quality standards.
- Collaborated with radiologists to clarify imaging requirements and optimize scan quality, enhancing diagnostic outcomes.
- Ensured reliability of mammography equipment through regular maintenance and calibration, minimizing downtime.
- Performed quality control testing on mammography equipment, ensuring consistent functionality and image quality standards were met.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC05.2004
Skills
- Patient confidentiality HIPPA
- Familiar with most advanced digital x-ray equipment, such as Phillips and OEC
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Education
- Ability to organize and prioritize
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Patient Positioning
- Patient Safety
Timeline
Radiology Technologist
Prisma Health Upstate
2007.11 - Current
Radiologic Technologist/Mammography Technologist
Diagnostic Center of the Carolinas
2004.06 - 2007.11
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Greenville Technical College
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