BRIDGET FORD
Amarillo
Summary
Professional CT technologist with strong expertise in advanced imaging techniques and patient care. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and adapt to rapidly changing environments. Skilled in operating and maintaining CT equipment, ensuring accurate and timely results. Known for high standards and results-driven approach.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Xray/Lead CT Technologist
Amarillo Urology Associates
02.2023 - Current
- Facilitated smooth transitions during staff turnover periods, maintaining high levels of productivity without compromising service quality.
- Enhanced patient experience by streamlining CT scanning processes and reducing wait times.
- Promoted teamwork within the department, fostering an environment conducive to collaboration and growth.
- Established a high standard of care by consistently adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Monitored patient's well-being during exams and recognized discomfort or medical problems and took appropriate action.
- Responded to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Instructed patients on proper positioning for imaging.
- Operated radiologic equipment to obtain images of body structures.
Lead Radiologic Technologist
Coon Memorial Hospital/DHCHD
04.2021 - 02.2023
- Positioned patients for radiological examinations while also prioritizing comfort and mobility issues
- Complied with internal and government regulations for radiation dosage measurement tools usage such as dosimeters
- Repeated insufficient or poor quality work to complete exposures necessary for requested procedures
- Retrieved radiologic orders and input related data into electronic medical records
- Prepared and set up x-ray rooms between patients, including collecting used items, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies
- Used beam-restrictive devices and appropriate patient shielding strategies to control radiation exposure
- Positioned radiological equipment in coordination with prescribed exposure time and distance metrics
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable exam protocols and policies
- Achieved the desired image quality by correctly positioning and calibrating equipment
- Positioned equipment and adjusted controls to obtain appropriate exposures
- Transported patients from exam rooms to radiological labs and equipment
- Helps the director with staffing needs and paperwork
- Provides a positive work environment for all teammates
Mammography Technologist
Coon Memorial Hospital/DHCHD
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Performed mammography imaging exams on patients
- Selected proper modes to produce correct exposure factors
- Explained procedures to patients to minimize anxiety
- Used compression, exposure modes, photocell selection and other equipment adjustments to produce high-quality images
- Repeated insufficient or poor quality work to complete exposures necessary for requested procedures
- Set up the examination rooms with all necessary equipment and supplies
- Helped patients suffering from serious injuries or illnesses to get dressed and undressed for procedures
- Achieved the desired image quality by correctly positioning and calibrating equipment
- Produced high-quality images to help the clinical team diagnose acute and chronic patient concerns
- Read and interpreted physician instructions to complete necessary diagnostic imaging
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable exam protocols and policies
Staff X-Ray Technologist
Coon Memorial Hospital/DHCHD
01.2018 - 04.2021
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging and selected exposure factors accordingly
- Generated radiologic films providing quality images to physicians aiding in patient diagnostics and treatment planning
- Prepared and administered contrast media and medications within accepted scope of practice
- Observed patients during procedures and reported abnormal or concerning activity
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to anticipate needs during procedures, tests and imaging
- Employed proper positioning techniques and equipment configurations to achieve clear views of specific body areas
- Used beam-restrictive devices and appropriate patient shielding strategies to control radiation exposure
- Produced high-quality images to help the clinical team diagnose acute and chronic patient concerns
- Set up the examination rooms with all necessary equipment and supplies
- Retrieved radiologic orders and input related data into electronic medical records
- Transported patients from exam rooms to radiological labs and equipment
Billing Specialist
Advanced Eye Care
06.2015 - 01.2018
- Distributed invoices to customers on timely basis
- Closed out past-due, shipped, and not billed jobs and followed-up internally on job status
- Coded patient information into the internal database, managed database security, and classified bills
- Inspected accounting records on monthly basis to identify and resolve discrepancies
- Prepared carefully itemized statements, bills and invoices and obtain payments for products and services
- Scheduled Appointments for patients
- Answered Phone
Cashier
United Supermarket
09.2014 - 06.2015
- Greeted all customers and provided prompt and friendly service
- Counted money in cash drawers at the start of each shift and balanced drawer at the end of each shift
- Bagged and packaged customer orders and purchases
- Assisted customers with locating items, answering questions and providing direction and service
- Adhered to all cash handling policies and procedures
- Collected payment for customer purchases
- Processed cash register transactions by inputting product costs and giving back change
Patient Advocate
Dalhart Family Medicine Clinic
02.2013 - 08.2014
- Worked with patients in supporting role to handle needs such as clinical appointments, referrals processing, and benefits explanations
- Assisted patients with gathering additional reports or records, meeting appointment dates and times, and arranging transportation
- Answered telephone promptly and politely provided information and assistance
- Identified and collected copayments to meet patient financial obligations, including applicable deductibles
- Respected the rights of patients and maintained confidentiality
- Verified if patient received prior services at facility and provided each with required paperwork to complete and verify information for new appointments
- Referred patients and coordinated all paperwork to obtain healthcare support services
- Prior Authorized Procedures with Insurance companies
Staff X-Ray Technologist
Coon Memorial Hospital
10.2009 - 02.2013
- Assessed patients' bone density with central dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry
- Operated PACS to archive images, input notes, and transmit data to treating physicians
- Achieved the desired image quality by correctly positioning and calibrating equipment
- Maintained an efficient flow of patients by coordinating appointments and documentation
- Optimized the quality of images by correctly positioning and immobilizing patients on the examining table
- Set up the examination rooms with all necessary equipment and supplies
- Filed Paperwork
- Answered phone
- Filed x-ray films
X-Ray Technologist
Amarillo Medical Specialist
08.2007 - 06.2009
- Assessed patients' bone density with central dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry
- Operated PACS to archive images, input notes, and transmit data to treating physicians
- Achieved the desired image quality by correctly positioning and calibrating equipment
- Maintained an efficient flow of patients by coordinating appointments and documentation
- Optimized the quality of images by correctly positioning and immobilizing patients on the examining table
- Set up the examination rooms with all necessary equipment and supplies
- Filed Paperwork
- Answered phone
- Filed x-ray films
Patient Clinical Assistant
Raef Chiropractic Clinic
08.2005 - 09.2006
- Answered the phone to provide information, schedule appointments and take down messages
- Serviced front desk and records room area to organize patient records and practice files
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, maintained medical records and handled other clerical tasks for busy Chiropractic practice
- Answered phone calls and scheduled or followed-up on appointments
- Greeted patients warmly and assisted Physician in preparing patients for exams and procedures by assessing vital signs and recording medical histories
- Helped physicians examine and treat patients with wide range of ailments
- Performed spine x-rays for doctor to review for treatment
- Developed and processed radiologic film and examined film for definition, magnification and distortion
- Employed proper positioning techniques and equipment configurations to achieve clear views of specific body areas
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technologists
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX07-2005
High School Diploma -
Nazareth ISD
Nazareth, TX05-2000
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Adaptable to change
- Radiation safety protocols
- Staff training and development
- Contrast administration
- Intravenous catheter placement
- Cross-sectional anatomy
- 3D Post-processing
- Image reconstruction techniques
- CT protocol optimization
- Patient care
- Patient positioning
- Scanner operation
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
Certification
ARRT License
CT License
Texas Medical Board
Timeline
Xray/Lead CT Technologist
Amarillo Urology Associates
02.2023 - Current
Mammography Technologist
Coon Memorial Hospital/DHCHD
05.2021 - 01.2022
Lead Radiologic Technologist
Coon Memorial Hospital/DHCHD
04.2021 - 02.2023
Staff X-Ray Technologist
Coon Memorial Hospital/DHCHD
01.2018 - 04.2021
Billing Specialist
Advanced Eye Care
06.2015 - 01.2018
Cashier
United Supermarket
09.2014 - 06.2015
Patient Advocate
Dalhart Family Medicine Clinic
02.2013 - 08.2014
Staff X-Ray Technologist
Coon Memorial Hospital
10.2009 - 02.2013
X-Ray Technologist
Amarillo Medical Specialist
08.2007 - 06.2009
Patient Clinical Assistant
Raef Chiropractic Clinic
08.2005 - 09.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technologists
Amarillo College
High School Diploma -
Nazareth ISD
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