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April Wallace

Portland,OR

Summary

Dynamic Angiography Technologist with expertise in operating advanced diagnostic imaging equipment.

Specializing in Cardiac Cath Lab, IR, Vascular, Pediatrics, and Neuro interventions. Adapt in performing a wide array of tasks. I prioritizing patient comfort, safety and quality standards.


Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Angiography Technologist

Legacy Emanuel Medical Center
06.2022 - Current
  • Operates diagnostic imaging equipment during Coronary Angiograms, Right Heart Catheterization, Structural Heart procedures, IR procedures, Neuroendovascular interventions and diagnostic procedures, Vascular procedures, Pediatric Heart Catheterizations and EP procedures.
  • Operates IVUS, Pressure Wires, OCT, Impella, Balloon Pumps, Shockwave and Laser equipment
  • Explains test procedure and supported patient throughout examination to help alleviate anxiety and concern.


Radiology Externship Student

Legacy Emanuel Medical Center
07.2021 - 06.2022
  • Ensured accurate diagnosis by performing high-quality diagnostic imaging, following established protocols.
  • Followed safety protocols at all times to minimize radiation exposure and potential for incidents with staff or patients.
  • Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
  • Reduced radiation exposure by adhering to ALARA principles and utilizing appropriate shielding techniques.
  • Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.
  • Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
  • Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
  • Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.

Patient Safety Assistant

Sky Lakes Medical Center
06.2019 - 07.2020
  • Direct patient care, worked with patients throughout the hospital of all ages, with varying degrees of ailments, including dementia, mental illness, post-surgery, suicidal tendencies, detox, Covid19 patients.
  • Prioritized patient safety to make sure they were safe and did not hurt themselves.
  • Supervised patients so they did not pull on leads, oxygen mask, heart monitors, IV lines, catherters.
  • Documented any changes in behavior, physical or psychological changes. I reported to the certified nursing assistant

Patient Access Representative

Sky Lakes Medical Center
08.2018 - 12.2019
  • I worked in ED registration where I admitted patients to the ED and place identification bands on patient.
  • I used a "WOW" workstation on wheels to continue registration of patients in the bays.
  • Stayed calm under pressure to and successfully dealt with difficult situations.
  • Obtained necessary signatures for privacy laws, and consent for treatment.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information during all interactions.
  • Updated reference material with Medicare, Medicaid and third-party payer requirements, guidelines, policies and list of accepted insurance plans.
  • Responded to patient concerns and inquiries professionally and efficiently.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Science

Oregon Institute of Technology
Klamath Falls, OR
06-2022

Skills

  • ARRT certified
  • ACLS and BLS certified
  • Direct patient care
  • Emergency situations
  • Bilingual speaker (Spanish)
  • Operates diagnostic imaging equipment during Cardiac Cath/Interventions, Structural Heart procedures, Neuro diagnostic/Interventions, Pediatric Heart Cath/Interventions, IR, Vascular and EP procedures

Timeline

Angiography Technologist

Legacy Emanuel Medical Center
06.2022 - Current

Radiology Externship Student

Legacy Emanuel Medical Center
07.2021 - 06.2022

Patient Safety Assistant

Sky Lakes Medical Center
06.2019 - 07.2020

Patient Access Representative

Sky Lakes Medical Center
08.2018 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Science

Oregon Institute of Technology

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