Barbara Messer

Recognized testing abnormalities and identified need for more extensive scans of area to improve accuracy of test results.

• Explained test procedure and supported patient throughout examination to help alleviate anxiety and concern.
• Reviewed and recorded patient medical histories and relevant clinical data to enhance knowledge prior to examination.
• Demonstrated functional knowledge of radiology imaging tools such as digital x-ray equipment, computer-assisted testing programs
• Monitored patient's vital signs and notified physician of readings outside parameters to determine patient eligibility for testing.
• Placed patient in correct examination position and made adjustments to facilitate accurate test results.
• Helped physicians complete cardiac issues and peripheral vascular concerns by assisting with procedures such as pacemaker insertions and balloon angioplasties.
• Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
• Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
• Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced heart and cardiovascular system radiographs.
• Assisted on cardiac cauterizations by operating multi-channel physiologic monitor.
• Completing 5 or more cardiac cath lab procedures during the work day.

• Continuing to obtain optimal radiographic images for proper diagnosis
• Assisting radiologist during radiographic procedures
• Using Portable X-Ray, C-Arm, and O-Arm equipment during surgical procedures
• Maintaining proper cleanliness of equipment and department
• Performing monthly Calibration tests on all equipment
• Trouble shooting equipment when necessary
• Use of PACS system
• Use of Epic Software for Electronic Medical Records
• Transferring and requesting images from different facilities to reduce unnecessary duplicate imaging
• Placing work orders and ensuring they are completed
• Completing weekly department audits to ensure proper state inspection
• Monthly work schedule for Radiology Tech Assistants
• Annual holiday schedule for radiology techs for multiple departments
• Daily maintenance of crash cart and proper supplies
• Ensuring proper staffing by maintaining at least 5-8 radiology techs while moving them between departments and modalities
• Scheduling radiographic procedures
• Speaking with patients to ensure the best care is provided
• Communicating with staff to make sure everyone is up to date on current policies and procedures
• Ensuring all supplies is not expired
• Member of the HERT (Hospital Emergency Response Team)
• Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
• Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
• Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
• Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
• Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
• Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
• Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.

• Assisting Radiologist during fluoroscopic procedures
• Maintaining proper equipment cleanliness
• Practicing proper hand hygiene and use of PPE
• Using C-Arm and O-Arm during surgical procedures
• Obtaining optimal imaging for radiographic studies
• Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
• Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, and catheters
• Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
• Prepared and mixed contrast agents for enhanced imaging.
• Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
• Participated in continuing education programs related to radiology.
• Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
• Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.

• Performing radiographic procedures with a radiologist
• Obtaining optimal radiographic imaging for proper diagnosis
• Assisting in the operating room by using C-Arm during surgery
• Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
• Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
• Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
• Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
• Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
• Participated in continuing education programs related to radiology.
• Prepared and mixed contrast agents for enhanced imaging.

• Achieving mobile x-ray images on patients at health care facilities, detention facilities, private homes, and doctor's offices
• Performing EKGs and delivering, connecting, and retrieving halter monitors
• Driving and performing DEXAs (Bone Density exam)
• Collecting patient history and vital information regarding ordered exams

• Obtaining Preoperative and Postoperative images on surgical patient's
• Assisting Radiologist's during interventional procedures such as: stroke cases, epidural steroid injections, trans-intrahepatic portal shunts, coiling's, stents, thrombolysis
• Assisting Nephrologist's during procedures that test the functionality of artificial graphs used for dialysis
• Also performing exams in diagnostic imaging such as: x-rays in the department, emergency room, on the floor, and in surgery, assisting radiologists with Upper gastrointestinal exams, barium enemas, small bowel series, swallowing studies, arthrograms, myelograms, and lumbar punctures
• Operating portable x-ray machines, c-arms, mini c-arms, biplane c-arms, floating table, film and digital images

• Proper transportation of patients to radiology department for scheduled exams
• Assisting radiologic technologist if necessary
• Processing of radiographic images in dark room by utilizing pass boxes and processing equipment