Candace Coleman
Catlettsburg,KY
Summary
Dynamic MRI Technologist with extensive experience. Excelling in patient care and safety. Proven ability to enhance imaging quality through advanced protocols and meticulous attention to detail. Strong collaborator, fostering teamwork and communication while ensuring compliance with quality control standards and HIPAA regulations.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MRI Technologist
Cabell Huntington Hospital: Hoops Family Hospital
12.2024 - Current
- Maintain safe environment
- Improved image quality by maintaining proper positioning of patients during scans.
- Delivery of a positive workplace culture that prioritized teamwork, open communication, and shared responsibility for outcomes.
- Safeguard patient privacy by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information.
- Contribute to team success by collaborating closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
- Assist radiologists in accurate diagnoses with precise imaging protocols for various conditions.
- Mitigated risks associated with contrast media administration by carefully monitoring patients for adverse reactions.
- Support diagnostic accuracy through thorough documentation of relevant patient history and clinical findings prior to exams.
- Reduce patient anxiety through clear communication and compassionate care.
- Operate MRI equipment, set imaging factors, and manipulated software to generate quality and accurate images.
Lead MRI Technologist
Department of Veterans Affairs
08.2009 - Current
- Conduct regular performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas for improvement and offering constructive feedback.
- Serves as liaison between patients and physicians, addressing concerns and providing information on MRI procedures.
- Coordinates closely with other departments within the medical center to facilitate multidisciplinary patient care approaches.
- Participate in continuing education opportunities, staying current on best practices within the field of MRI technology.
- Enhance patient comfort by implementing advanced MRI techniques and protocols.
- Mentor junior technologists, sharing expertise to enhance their skills and abilities in performing complex imaging procedures.
- Collaborate with radiologists to optimize imaging protocols
- Establish strong relationships with vendors
- Promote a culture of safety within the department by conducting regular safety audits and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Troubleshot technical issues with MRI equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and disruptions to patient care.
- Implement quality assurance measures to ensure consistently high levels of patient care and imaging accuracy.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and advancements, staying ahead of the curve in MRI technology.
- Reduce patient wait times through efficient scheduling and time management strategies.
- Streamline workflow processes for improved efficiency in the MRI department.
- Monitor and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- Interact with patients to explain MRI scans and answer questions, providing reassurance and comfort throughout the process.
- Educated patients on procedure, answering questions, and alleviating concerns.
MRI Technologist
St. Mary’s Medical Center
03.2007 - 08.2009
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Improved image quality by maintaining proper positioning of patients during scans.
- Fostered a positive workplace culture that prioritized teamwork, open communication, and shared responsibility for outcomes.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information.
- Enhanced patient comfort by effectively explaining MRI procedures and addressing concerns.
- Decreased exam errors with meticulous attention to detail when following physician orders and imaging protocols.
CT Technologist
King’s Daughters Medical Center
08.2002 - 03.2007
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
- Promoted departmental efficiency through excellent time management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Utilized advanced software tools for image reconstruction, significantly improving diagnostic clarity for complex cases.
- Implemented safety measures to minimize radiation exposure for both patients and staff members.
Education
Certification - Radiologic Technology
Kings Daughters School of Radiology
Ashland Ky08.2003
Skills
- Patient care and safety
- Contrast administration (IV)
- Quality control standards
- MR protocol adherence
- Advanced imaging skills
- Cross-sectional anatomy knowledge
Certification
ARRT Certified Registered in Radiology, Computer Tomography, & Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Certified MRSO (Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer)
Timeline
MRI Technologist
Cabell Huntington Hospital: Hoops Family Hospital
12.2024 - Current
Lead MRI Technologist
Department of Veterans Affairs
08.2009 - Current
MRI Technologist
St. Mary’s Medical Center
03.2007 - 08.2009
CT Technologist
King’s Daughters Medical Center
08.2002 - 03.2007
Certification - Radiologic Technology
Kings Daughters School of Radiology
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