Caitlin Emsweller
Peotone,IL
Summary
Professional radiology healthcare specialist equipped for radiologic technology roles. Skilled in operating imaging equipment, conducting diagnostic procedures, and ensuring patient safety. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptable to changing clinical needs. Known for delivering accurate results and maintaining high standards in patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
University of Chicago Ingalls Memorial
02.2025 - Current
- Enhance patient experience with compassionate communication and meticulous attention to detail during examinations.
- Assist in training new Radiologic Technologists on department policies, procedures, equipment usage, and best practices for patient care.
- Capture images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Cultivate a positive team atmosphere by sharing knowledge, offering assistance, and fostering collaboration among colleagues.
- Conducte routine and specialized X-ray imaging to support timely diagnosis, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
- Explaine imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Contribute to a safe working environment by adhering to all radiation safety guidelines and protocols.
- Collaborate with radiologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate diagnoses through high-quality imaging results.
Radiologic Technologist
Silver Cross Hospital
11.2024 - Current
- Perform radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Explain imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Enhance patient experience with compassionate communication and meticulous attention to detail during examinations.
- Evaluate images for technical quality and accuracy.
- Sanitize scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
- Manage time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Lead Radiologic Technologist-Pain Management
Modern Pain Consultants
03.2023 - 09.2024
- Fluoroscopy unit operation during pain management procedures
- Assisted in spinal procedures (SCS, Kyphoplasty, Epidural Injections, Joint injections, Radiofrequency Ablations)
- Assisted in monitoring vitals on patients under IV sedation
- Maintained professional contact with device and pharmaceutical representatives
- Completed daily operations including pre-procedure prep, post op, room turnover, stocking rooms
- Completed required charting on each patient and procedure
- Demonstrated compassionate care to all patients
- Educated patients on procedure details and answering questions to minimize anxiety
- Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists and technicians.
- Streamlined workflow in the radiology department by organizing schedules and maintaining accurate records of completed procedures.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Conducted regular team meetings to facilitate open communication, address challenges, and recognize outstanding performance among staff members.
Radiologic Technologist-Pain Management
Ascension
08.2016 - 02.2023
- Fluoroscopy Unit Operation during pain management procedures
- Assisted in Spinal Procedures (SCS, Kyphoplasty, IPG, Epidural Injections, Joint Injections, Radiofrequency Ablations)
- Completed daily operations- Patient Pre-Procedure Prep, Post-Op, room turnover, stocking rooms
- Maintained professional contact with Device and Pharmaceutical Representatives
Radiologic Technologist
Ascension
02.2015 - 02.2023
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides
- Obtained radiologic images on trauma patients (motor vehicle, GSW, open fractures, etc.)
- Fluoroscopy Unit Operation during surgical procedures
- Completed required daily paperwork and data entry using Meditech and PACS operating systems
- Performed gastrointestinal procedures under radiologist guidance
- Provided excellent and compassionate care to all patients
Education
Associate Applied Science - RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
Moraine Valley Community College
07-2009
Skills
- EMR / EHR
- Trauma imaging
- Portable radiography
- PACS system proficiency
- Diagnostic imaging
- Fluoroscopic procedures
- Records management
- Venipuncture
- Equipment Maintenance
- ALARA adherence
- Direct Patient Care
- Caring and compassionate
- Patient Assessments
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Indirect Patient Care
- Team collaboration
- Patient education
- Documentation and reporting
- Staff education and training
Certification
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers – American Heart Association or Red Cross.
- Registered Radiologic Technologist (R.T.(R)) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
- Licensed Radiologic Technologist -IEMA
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
University of Chicago Ingalls Memorial
02.2025 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Silver Cross Hospital
11.2024 - Current
Lead Radiologic Technologist-Pain Management
Modern Pain Consultants
03.2023 - 09.2024
Radiologic Technologist-Pain Management
Ascension
08.2016 - 02.2023
Radiologic Technologist
Ascension
02.2015 - 02.2023
Associate Applied Science - RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
Moraine Valley Community College
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