Brandy Burkett
Mount Vernon ,IL
Summary
Well-trained MRI Technologist committed to patient care, comfort and safety. Qualified to independently complete scans and prepare files for clinical staff. Works great with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Talented Radiologic Technologist with more than 25 years of experience in multimodal and 3D diagnostic imaging. Highly skilled in producing cross-sectional images to help physicians diagnose, treat and manage wide range of illnesses.
Patient-focused MRI Technologist with 26 years of experience operating cutting-edge imaging and diagnostic instrumentation. Clear communicator with clarity in assessing physician needs, patient physical position, administration of varying medications and recommendations for post-scan care considerations. Approachable and nurturing system operator with acute awareness of patient comfort level and adaptability in unprecedented scenarios.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
MRI Technologist
SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital
Mount Vernon , IL
06.1996 - Current
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Prepared and administered gadolinium.
- Screened patients and anyone going into department to allow entrance into zones accordingly.
- Work independently without constant supervision
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films and chemicals.
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Operated MRI equipment, set imaging factors and manipulated software to generate quality and accurate images.
- Positioned patients to obtain quality MRI images.
- Administered IV drugs to patients to create contrasts on scanned images.
- Reviewed images to confirm quality scans.
- Educated patients on procedure, answering questions and alleviating concerns.
- Submitted and kept detailed patient records.
- Produced and presented patient images and relevant information to physicians for diagnosis.
- Monitored examination room supply stock and requested resupply for low inventory.
- Adjusted equipment to obtain optimal resolution before imaging operations.
Education
Associate Science - Radiology
Kaskaskia College
Centralia, IL08.1996
Skills
- Radiologic Technology
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Regulatory Guidelines
- Intravenous knowledge
Timeline
MRI Technologist
SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital
06.1996 - Current
Associate Science - Radiology
Kaskaskia College
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