Andres Sanchez
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Driven Radiographer seeking to bring talent and expertise to a growing hospital/Clinic. Successful in building strong relationships with healthcare providers and patients. Committed to helping underserved and underinsured populations through public health outreach. Detail-oriented Technologist bringing over 12 years of experience to growing clinic. I have worked with Pediatrics and geriatrics. Well versed in radiation safety, radiation protection, and basic patient care. Successful in improving resource utilization, workflow, and team collaboration. I was assigned to be the RSO for my previous company I worked for so I am also educated in maintaining dosimeters and problem solving when things go down.
X-ray technologist with demonstrated command of Emergency and Orthopedic expertise. offering solid comprehension of cultural diversity. Experience with Mobile, Outpatient, and surgical studies.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiographer
College Of Health Care
San Antonio, TX
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Offered assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured and disabled patients.
- Reset examination rooms between appointments by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Greeted patients with warm smile and promoted individual comfort throughout procedures and scans while being as discrete as possible.
- Provided assistance to physicians and other technologists during complex procedures.
- Utilized mobile imaging and x-ray equipment in trauma centers, operating rooms, emergency rooms and patient bedsides.
- Positioned patients properly for scans and procedures, calmly giving instructions on when to stay still to optimize scans.
- Utilized sterile technique when performing invasive procedures, reducing infection.
- Set up sterile tables and prepared patients using aseptic techniques.
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Monitored radiation safety measures for both staff and patients during examinations.
- Performed radiographic examinations to produce diagnostic images of patients' bodies.
Radiologic Technologist
Pediatric Orthopedic Associates of San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
06.2017 - 06.2023
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Reviewed diagnostic image quality and filed diagnostic images in appropriate patient records.
- Set up X-ray machines.
- Followed doctor’s orders in placing orthopedic braces, boots, splints, and casts.
- Operated, prepared, and maintained radiographic digital and film equipment.
- Adjusted correct setting for each patient's position.
- Adjusted kilovoltage and mas.
- Determined proper calibration field for each patient.
- Processed film in a timely manner for physician review.
- Attended classes-how to properly put on and remove cast
- Maintained inventory and supply levels for contrast materials, film, catheters and other medical items, checking inventory stock and reordering items running low.
- Performed radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing quality images for timely interpretation.
- Selected proper technique for ordered exam to prevent patient from receiving high levels of absorbed radiation.
- Provided assistance to physicians and other technologists during complex procedures.
- Prepared contrast media solutions as required for specific procedures.
- Greeted patients with warm smile and promoted individual comfort throughout procedures and scans while being as discrete as possible.
Radiologic Technologist
Sports Medical Associates
San Antonio, TX
06.2014 - 06.2017
- Maintained the highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Rapped the patient and molded the cast on patient.
- Tool radiographic images while performing a diagnostic imaging examination.
- During an x-ray procedure, positioned patient's body in a specific manner to capture the exact image ordered by the physician. Some positioning required maneuvering, turning and lifting patients with limited mobility.
- Adjusted the imaging equipment at the correct height and angle relative to the patient's body to produce the radiograph needed.
- Additional took other measurements to determine the minimum effective amount of radiation needed to gather the appropriate image, and set the controls accordingly.
- When needed, explanations of details of x-ray procedures were provided to a patient.
Radiographic Technologist
Pinnacle Wellness Group
San Antonio, TX
07.2013 - 01.2014
- Operated imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
- Followed safety protocol when handling radiation equipment and materials.
- Greeted customers warmly and made them feel welcome.
- Answered incoming calls, redirected callers to the appropriate personnel or department and took messages as needed.
Radiologic Technologist
Fast Med
San Antonio, TX
07.2012 - 09.2013
- Instructed and prepared patients to facilitate x-ray or other examinations.
- Provided patient care instruction prior to imaging procedures.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during imaging procedures.
- Greeted customers warmly and made them feel welcome.
- Answered incoming calls, redirected callers to the appropriate personnel or department and took messages as needed.
Program Facilitator
San Antonio Youth For Christ
San Antonio, TX
12.2011 - 07.2012
- Modeled positive attitudes and choices for program participants to improve behaviors.
- Created environment focused on meeting learning targets, developing skills and stimulating students' interests.
- Led one to one student Reading focused on comprehension skills for students grades Kindergarten high school.
- Worked with at-risk students with activities and lessons including but not limited to homework, sports, dancing and other physical activities.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure successful program delivery.
- Organized field trips to enhance educational experiences for participants.
- Assisted in the development of marketing materials for the program's recruitment efforts.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
The College of Health Care Professions
Houston, TX03-2024
Limited Medial Radiologic Technologist
College of Health Care Professionals
San Antonio, TX10.2014
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
San Antonio, TX05.2011
Skills
- Patient Positioning
- Equipment Inspection
- Active Listening
- Microsoft Office
- Relationship Building
- Supply Management
- Procedure Explanation
- Quality Assurance
- EHR Software
- Caring and Compassionate
- Inventory Oversight
- Team Collaboration
- Documentation and Reporting
- Patient Safety
- Health Education
- Public Health
- Quality Control
- Staff Training
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Film Processing and Analysis
- Equipment Positioning
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Medical Terminology
- Radiation Safety Protocols
- File and Record Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Radiologic Imaging
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Care
- Infection Control
- HIPAA
- Radiation safety
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional
Affiliations
- Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society
- Spanish Honors Award
English and Spanish
My Goal is to work for a company or organization and be a member of a companionate team.
Quero una position la cual ayuda a personals.
Certification
- ANDRES ALBERTO SANCHEZ, R.T.(R)(ARRT)1051050
- LMRT-LMR02000036
Timeline
Radiographer
College Of Health Care
06.2023 - 03.2024
Radiologic Technologist
Pediatric Orthopedic Associates of San Antonio
06.2017 - 06.2023
Radiologic Technologist
Sports Medical Associates
06.2014 - 06.2017
Radiographic Technologist
Pinnacle Wellness Group
07.2013 - 01.2014
Radiologic Technologist
Fast Med
07.2012 - 09.2013
Program Facilitator
San Antonio Youth For Christ
12.2011 - 07.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
The College of Health Care Professions
Limited Medial Radiologic Technologist
College of Health Care Professionals
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School