Brandy Horvat
Staunton,VA
Summary
Accomplished radiologic technologist with several years of experience seeking to leverage expertise to secure a position in leadership with a respected organization. Highly skilled in producing high-quality diagnostic images, comforting patients, and delivering clinical instruction to staff and students. Demonstrated leadership skills that help guide teams toward success and strengthen relationships with patients and physicians.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
CT Technologist
University of Virginia Medical Center
Charlottesville , VA
02.2021 - Current
- Educating and onboarding students and new hires into the department
- Coached, mentored and trained team members to improve their job performance
- Managed the department workflow and guided coworkers to achieve the same goals
- Decision-making of patient workflow alignment with the department and staffing.
- Engaged in continuing education programs focused on advancements in CT technology
- Monitored adherence to radiation safety standards while administering contrast media.
- Performed Diagnostic Procedures and Biopsies
- Utilized PACS and EPIC systems
- Practiced patient care and safety daily
- CT Imaging and Protocol Enhancement for Emergency, Outpatient, Inpatient, and Trauma Imaging
- Member of the UVA Employee Council Meeting
- Member of the Radiology UVA CT Clinical Ladder Group
Manager
Kare Transport
Millboro, VA
09.2020 - 10.2023
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
- Driver for patient transportation service
- Data input and financial tracking of trips and patients
- Coached, mentored and trained team members to improve their job performance.
- Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring the timely delivery of goods and services.
Mammography Technologist
Augusta Health
Fishersville , VA
08.2020 - 02.2022
- Reviewed images for technical quality prior to sending them out for interpretation by a Radiologist.
- Collaborated with Radiologists in the interpretation of mammograms.
- Conducted quality assurance checks on imaging equipment regularly.
- Educated patients on mammogram preparation, positioning, compression and radiation safety measures.
- Maintained patient records, including medical histories, images and reports.
- Operated x-ray machines to produce radiographs of breast tissue for diagnosis.
CT Technologist
Augusta Health
Fishersville, VA
08.2016 - 08.2020
- Ensured that radiation safety measures were followed during the administration of contrast media.
- Performed CT scans on patients, ensuring proper positioning and appropriate imaging techniques.
- Evaluated image quality for each exam before releasing results to ordering physician.
CT Technologist
Univerisity of Virginia Medical Center
Charlottesville, VA
11.2012 - 08.2016
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families and healthcare team members throughout the imaging process.
- Ensured that radiation safety measures were followed during the administration of contrast media.
- Performed CT scans on patients, ensuring proper positioning and appropriate imaging techniques.
- Performed CT scans on inpatient, outpatient, trauma, and surgical procedures/biopsies
CT and X-ray Technologist
Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital
Charlottesville, VA
11.2005 - 11.2012
- Performed diagnostic imaging by operating X-ray and Computed Tomography equipment, ensuring correct positioning and proper imaging techniques
- Administered contrast materials under the direction of a physician for enhanced imaging
- Utilized the PACS system
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
Standish, ME05-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
Rockingham School of Radiologic Technologists
Harrisonburg, VA05-2004
Skills
- CT imaging
- Radiation safety
- Patient care
- PACS utilization
- EPIC charting
- Diagnostic procedures
- Workflow management
- Team collaboration
- Employee training
- Workplace safety
- Problem solving
Affiliations
- Youth Girls Softball Coach
- Gardening
- Hiking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CT Technologist
University of Virginia Medical Center
02.2021 - Current
Manager
Kare Transport
09.2020 - 10.2023
Mammography Technologist
Augusta Health
08.2020 - 02.2022
CT Technologist
Augusta Health
08.2016 - 08.2020
CT Technologist
Univerisity of Virginia Medical Center
11.2012 - 08.2016
CT and X-ray Technologist
Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital
11.2005 - 11.2012
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
Rockingham School of Radiologic Technologists
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