BRAD HARNESS
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Hardworking medical technology professional demonstrating a high level of initiative and proficiency in prioritizing potential opportunities in clinical and hospital setting. Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS, Proper sterilization techniques Advanced radiology knowledge Stocking supplies Diagnostic procedures Stocking supplies First aid Sterile technique
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Endovascular Sr. Clinical Specialist
Abbott Vascular
09.2022 - Current
- Established and maintained relationships with customers, hospitals and physicians and obtained new users for products and services.
- Prepared reports and updated required documentation.
- Reviewed data collection across settings to determine progress and participated in professional clinical review of programs.
- Evaluated, recommended and implemented new tools, presentations, techniques and delivery platforms for training and communication.
- Visited assigned accounts, identified and trained clinical champions and established relationships with key decision makers.
Cardiovascular Technologist
Norman Regional Hospital
11.2019 - 09.2022
- Positioning patients during their procedure, assisted doctors during cases while scrubbed in as well as monitoring patients vitals during procedure. Performed morning checks on all equipment. I was a super user on PACS system as well as for Phillips equipment.
Staff Radiologic Technologist
Norman Regional Hospital
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides.
- Created images using fluoroscopy and digital imaging to help physicians assess and diagnose patients.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
- Executed various types of diagnostic imaging procedures on patients ranging in age from toddler to adult.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records
- Made multiple exposures for requested procedures based on physician orders and quality of image
Lead Lithotripsy Technologist/Company Owner
Midwest Lithotripsy Affiliates, hospital
11.2014 - 03.2018
- Bedside manner Patient-handling equipment Communicating with patient families, Maintained technical competency by maintaining CPR certification, Certified Renal Lithotripsy Technologist and maintaining CE credits required for (RT) R License.
- Troubleshot malfunctioning equipment and test systems.
- Positioned patients for optimal comfort before procedures.
- Developed and maintained effective relationships through effective and timely communication.
- Verified type of radiology procedure prior to exams using HIPAA guidelines for two identifiers.
- Sterilized medical equipment after each procedure.
- 19 years, ER, OR and department experience.
Staff Lithotripsy Technologist
Oklahoma Lithotripter Associates
09.2001 - 11.2014
- Maintained technical competency by maintaining CPR certification,Certified Renal Lithotripsy Technologist and maintaining CE credits required for (RT) R License.
- Troubleshot malfunctioning equipment and test systems.
- Positioned patients for optimal comfort before procedures.
- Developed and maintained effective relationships through effective and timely communication.
- Verified type of radiology procedure prior to exams using HIPAA guidelines for two identifiers.
Staff Radiologic Technologist
Norman Regional Hospital
08.2000 - 09.2001
- Produced ER, OR and portable x-rays.
- Positioned patients for optimal comfort before procedures.
- Sterilized medical equipment after each procedure.
- Verified type of radiology procedure prior to exams using HIPAA guidelines for two identifiers.
- Created images using fluoroscopy to help physicians assess and diagnose patients
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films and chemicals
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
Woodward Hospital
08.2000
Skills
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Adaptability
- Supervision
- Organization and Time management
- Multitasking abilities
- Teamwork
- Analytical skills
- Leadership
Timeline
Endovascular Sr. Clinical Specialist
Abbott Vascular
09.2022 - Current
Cardiovascular Technologist
Norman Regional Hospital
11.2019 - 09.2022
Staff Radiologic Technologist
Norman Regional Hospital
09.2018 - 10.2019
Lead Lithotripsy Technologist/Company Owner
Midwest Lithotripsy Affiliates, hospital
11.2014 - 03.2018
Staff Lithotripsy Technologist
Oklahoma Lithotripter Associates
09.2001 - 11.2014
Staff Radiologic Technologist
Norman Regional Hospital
08.2000 - 09.2001
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
Woodward Hospital