Ashley Hacker RT (R)(CT)(ARRT)
Harrison,OH
Summary
Knowledgeable Healthcare professional with significant background in Radiology. Committed to building and managing high-performing teams to regularly surpass expectations. Coordinates logistics and maintains smooth department operations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
CT Technologist
UC Health
07.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
- Promoted departmental efficiency through excellent time management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Collaborated with radiologists to optimize image quality, leading to improved diagnostic accuracy.
- Optimized scanning parameters based on individualized patient factors such as size, age, pathology, or medical history.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate care and effective communication throughout the imaging process.
- Responded to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities when troubleshooting issues with equipment or imaging procedures.
- Mentored junior technologists, fostering a supportive learning environment and enhancing team performance.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to radiology.
Special Procedures Technologist
Mercy West Hospital
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic, and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by diligently tracking quality control data and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Played an active role in departmental process improvement initiatives, helping to identify areas for potential growth or enhancement.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective collaboration with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and disciplines.
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
- Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
Special Procedures Technologist
The Christ Hospital Health Network
07.2012 - 07.2019
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Created images using TAVR protocols to help cardiologist assess and diagnose patients.
- Cardiac scanning
- Assisted radiologist for Cyroablation procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Administration- Healthcare Leadership
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OHAssociate of Applied Science - Radiology
University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College
Cincinnati05.2013
Skills
- Advanced CT Imaging
- Patient Care
- Image Reconstruction
- Cross-Sectional Anatomy
- Assertiveness
- Caring and Compassionate
- Certified in CPR/AED
- GE and Phillips expertise
Timeline
CT Technologist
UC Health
07.2022 - Current
Special Procedures Technologist
Mercy West Hospital
07.2019 - 07.2022
Special Procedures Technologist
The Christ Hospital Health Network
07.2012 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Applied Administration- Healthcare Leadership
University of Cincinnati
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College