ANNA MICHELE
HICKORY,NC
Summary
Compassionate and proficient Mammography Technologist known for high productivity and efficient completion of mammography procedures while providing reassurance and dedicated care of the patient. Possesses specialized skills in 3D mammography, patient positioning, and radiation safety, ensuring precise and accurate imaging results. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to enhance patient comfort and trust during procedures. Works well with teammates and radiologists to ensure the best outcome for the patient.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Mammography Technologist
UNC Caldwell Healthcare
Lenoir, NC
02.2022 - Current
- Perform 3D screening and diagnostic 3D/2D mammography exams.
- Prepare patients by explaining breast procedures to ensure proper and adequate compression; but also making the patient feel comfortable and taken care of.
- Assist with scheduling screening, diagnostic and biopsy appointments.
- Communicate with the patient their results/recommendations and answer their questions or concerns after the procedure is complete.
- Assist the breast radiologist with 3D mammographic guidance of biopsies, needle localizations and ductograms.
- Maintain accurate patient records and documented imaging results promptly into EPIC system, while adhering to HIPPA guidelines. This includes mailing out patient results letters and documenting required procedure information per guidelines.
- Ensure compliance with daily safety protocols and daily infection control standards.
- Conduct weekly quality control procedures to ensure accuracy and proper functioning of the Hologic Selenia machines set forth by MQSA.
- Perform daily quality control on the GE Dexa machine.
- Perform dexa scans.
- Participate in continuing education courses related to Mammography to ensure FDA and ARRT required credits are met.
- Order mammography and biopsy supplies needed for day to day operations.
Mammography Technologist
Frye Regional Medical Center
Hickory, NC
02.2006 - 02.2022
- Perform daily screening breast imaging with ease and a gentleness that patients deserve and 3 days a week diagnostic breast imaging insuring optimal images for the radiologist.
- Assist the breast radiologist with 3D mammographic guidance biopsies and needle localizations.
- Perform weekly quality control on the Hologic Selenia machines.
- Perform daily printer and dexa machine quality control.
- Burn CDS for patients and facilities, upload the images for the radiologist.
- Order supplies for the department.
- Handle all issues with the Hologic machines working closely with the field engineer.
- Input all patient information into the ASPEN breast system.
Radiologic Technologist
Hickory Orthopaedic
Hickory, NC
05.2001 - 02.2006
- Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Assisted with scheduling of surgeries and coordinating with the orthopedic surgeon.
- Worked with worker compensation cases with imaging and medicine distribution.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NCAssociate of Science - Mammography Technology
Johnston Community College
Smithfield, NCSkills
- Medical procedure support
- Radiology
- Needle localization and ductograms
- Patient safety
- Patient positioning
- Diagnostic imaging
- HIPAA
- Flexible
- Patient preparation
- Quality control
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Biopsy experience
- Detail-oriented
- Team player to ensure patient is taken care of properly
Timeline
Mammography Technologist
UNC Caldwell Healthcare
02.2022 - Current
Mammography Technologist
Frye Regional Medical Center
02.2006 - 02.2022
Radiologic Technologist
Hickory Orthopaedic
05.2001 - 02.2006
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Catawba Valley Community College
Associate of Science - Mammography Technology
Johnston Community College