Ashley Moss
Hernando,MS
Summary
Results-focused healthcare professional with strength in listening, production and organizing. Proactive leader with strengths in communication and collaboration. Proficient in leveraging Nuclear Medicine and Radiology knowledge as well as RIS/PACS to promote effective departmental results. Adapt at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RIS/PACS Administrator
LeBonheur Children's Hospital
Memphis, TN
06.2023 - Current
- Manage PACS system operations to ensure efficient image storage and retrieval.
- Coordinate training sessions for staff on PACS software and imaging protocols.
- Implement system updates to enhance performance and user experience.
- Collaborate with radiology teams to optimize workflow processes and communication.
- Resolve technical issues related to PACS hardware and software promptly.
- Develop documentation for standard operating procedures related to imaging systems.
- Analyze user feedback to improve system functionality and user satisfaction.
- Coordinate user access to the PACS system in accordance with established security protocols.
- Monitor system performance to ensure optimal operation of the PACS environment.
- Assist with installation of new radiologic workstations as needed.
- Monitor system performance to ensure optimal operation of the PACS environment.
- Provide technical support to users regarding issues related to their use of the PACS system.
- Perform daily backups of all data stored on the PACS server.
- Participate in regular training sessions related to new technologies utilized by the facility's radiology department.
- Collaborated with other IT staff members in testing upgrades before implementation.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
LeBonheur Children's Hospital
Memphis, TN
04.2006 - Current
- Operated nuclear medicine imaging equipment for pediatric patients.
- Prepared radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Conducted patient assessments to ensure safety and comfort during procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop tailored imaging protocols.
- Educated families on nuclear medicine processes and radiation safety.
- Maintained accurate records of procedures and patient information.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and hospital policies in all practices.
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Reviewed diagnostic image quality and filed diagnostic images in appropriate patient records.
- Maintained inventory and supply levels for contrast materials, film, catheters and other medical items, checking inventory stock and reordering items running low.
- Administered IV contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals and antispasmodics to patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and diagnostic procedures.
- Analyzed data obtained from imaging studies using computer software programs designed specifically for nuclear medicine applications.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nuclear medicine technology.
- Ensured that radiation safety measures were followed at all times while working with radioactive materials.
- Performed quality control tests on radiopharmaceuticals to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Adhered to all regulatory requirements including HIPAA, JCAHO, OSHA.
- Maintained state and federal compliance, facilitated state inspections and spearheaded quality assurance programs to meet state regulation requirements.
- Evaluated new technologies related to nuclear medicine procedures.
- Developed policies and procedures related to the use of radiopharmaceuticals in clinical settings.
- Designed and instituted new processes and standards for outpatient and inpatient diagnostic exams to achieve and exceed department goals.
Diagnostic Imaging Coordinator
LeBonheur Children's Hospital
Memphis, TN
05.2020 - 06.2025
- Resolved conflicts promptly among technologists to keep workflows on task.
- Headed clinical oversight to devise and establish policies, procedures and best practices in alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Solicited medical history information from patient charts to provide the best and most effective imaging studies.
- Worked closely with Special Imaging manager and Director of Radiology to maintain day-to-day operations.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer conflict resolution.
- Controlled inventory and supply purchases.
- Supervised team of Radiologic technologists, Radiologic technology students and support staff.
- Plans and schedules work ensuring distribution of assignments and adequate staffing based on workload and productivity standards
- Reviewed, merged, moved, and oversaw workflow of McKesson PACS system in Diagnostic Radiology and Nuclear Medicine
Radiologic Technologist
Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare
Memphis, TN
06.2003 - 04.2006
- Positioned patients and x-ray, and implemented beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to assess patients' medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture diagnostic images, including fluoroscopy, x-ray, and orthopedic scans.
- Developed and labeled diagnostic images and films in accordance with established quality standards.
- Maintained currency on radiologic technology, and provided recommendations to leadership to update or replace equipment, including CR units and digital units.
- Fostered relationships with patients to minimize anxiety and distress and enhance cooperation.
- Educated patients on diagnostic imaging processes and positioning, and counseled patients to address concerns and answer inquiries.
- Utilized mobile imaging and x-ray equipment in Level 1 trauma centers, operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patient bedsides.
- Maintained inventory and supply levels for contrast materials, film, catheters and other medical items, checking inventory stock and reordering items running low.
Radiologic Technologist
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Memphis, TN
06.2003 - 12.2003
- Positioned patients and x-ray equipment, and implemented beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to assess patients' medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture diagnostic images, including fluoroscopy, x-ray, and orthopedic scans.
- Developed and labeled diagnostic images and films in accordance with established quality standards.
- Fostered relationships with patients to minimize anxiety and distress and enhance cooperation.
- Educated patients on diagnostic imaging processes and positioning, and counseled patients to address concerns and answer inquiries.
- Maintained inventory and supply levels for contrast materials, film, catheters and other medical items, checking inventory stock and reordering items running low.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Medicine Technology
Baptist College Of Health Sciences
Memphis, TN04.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS06.2003
General Education
Mississippi Delta Community College
Moorhead, MSHigh School Diploma -
Cruger-Tchula Academy
Cruger, MS05.1998
Skills
- Data Entry
- Creative Design
- X-Rays
- PACS
- LifeImage
- Inventory Management
- Inventory Control
- Scheduling
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- Google Docs
- Speaking
- Critical Thinking
- Writing
- Coordination
- Time Management
- Active Listening
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Learning
- Instructing
- Monitoring
- Negotiation
- Learning Strategies
- Mathematics
- Science
- Effective Communication on all levels
- Ability to lead with motivation to achieve departmental and organizational goals
- Negotiation
- Management
- Ability to exercise independent judgment
- Excellent knowledge of Radiology systems
Accomplishments
- Led team to achieve American College of Radiology certification, earning recognition from upper management.
- Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
- Two year chair person the Radiology Unit Clinic Practice Council
- Three year member of the Radiology Unit Clinic Practice Council
- Twelve year member of the decon team
Certification
- Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist, 2006
- BLS certified
Timeline
RIS/PACS Administrator
LeBonheur Children's Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Diagnostic Imaging Coordinator
LeBonheur Children's Hospital
05.2020 - 06.2025
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
LeBonheur Children's Hospital
04.2006 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare
06.2003 - 04.2006
Radiologic Technologist
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
06.2003 - 12.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Medicine Technology
Baptist College Of Health Sciences
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Hinds Community College
General Education
Mississippi Delta Community College
High School Diploma -
Cruger-Tchula Academy
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