Barbara Van Riper
Summary
Knowledgeable and passionate Mammography Technologist adept at completing scans with speed and accuracy to handle heavy daily workloads in fast-paced environments. Highly organized and detail-oriented professional. Well-versed in compliance and documentation requirements. Focused on providing patients with high-quality care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Mammography Technologist
Manatee Gynecology
04.2019 - Current
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists and technicians.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, facilitating clear communication regarding patient needs and results.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined operations while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks on mammography equipment to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and ensure accurate image interpretation.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Provided comprehensive training to junior technologists, enhancing their skills and expertise within the field.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Maintained high-quality imaging standards by regularly calibrating equipment and adhering to strict safety guidelines.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all procedures performed, maintaining meticulous records for quality assurance purposes.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Mammography Technologist
Millennium Physicians Group
12.2016 - 03.2018
- Checked patient details against records to maintain accuracy of procedures.
- Ensured accurate diagnostic results by performing high-quality mammograms according to established protocols.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to radiology.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Keiser University Sarasota Fl
Sarasota, FL12.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Science
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota
Bradenton, FL07.2015
Skills
- EMR / EHR
- First Aid/CPR
- Radiation Safety Protocols Dosimeters and Reporting
- QA/QC Lead Technologist
- Performed QC on Lead Interpreting Physician Workstation
- Team Management
- MQSA compliant
- Image analysis
- Critical Thinking
- HIPAA Compliance
- Attention to Detail
- Equipment management Annual and new issues
- Customer service expertise
- Documentation And Reporting
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Patient Education and Advocate
- Equipment Positioning
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Calm Under Pressure
- Caring and Compassionate
Accomplishments
- ARRT (R) Radiography
- ARRT (M) Mammography
- ARRT (BD) Bone Densitometry
- Independently Acquired and maintaining ACR certification for Mammography @ Manatee Gynecology
- PACS Administrator
- Authored department protocols
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
Certification
- ARRT (R) Radiography
- ARRT (M) Mammography
- ARRT (BD) Bone Densitometry
Timeline
Lead Mammography Technologist
Manatee Gynecology
04.2019 - Current
Mammography Technologist
Millennium Physicians Group
12.2016 - 03.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Keiser University Sarasota Fl
Associate of Applied Science - Science
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota
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