Cara Shank
Perrysburg,OH
Summary
Dedicated MRI Technologist with extensive experience at Bon Secours St. Vincent’s Medical Center. Not only have I been a technologist there for 2 years, but I also did my clinical rotations there as a student. I am skilled in advanced imaging modalities and patient safety. Proven ability to enhance team collaboration and train staff and students effectively, ensuring high-quality diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care. Committed to maintaining compliance and improving operational efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
MRI Technologist
Bon Secours St. Vincent’s Hospital
Toledo, OH
06.2024 - Current
- Operated MRI equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to established protocols and guidelines.
- Collaborated with radiologists to discuss imaging results and concerns.
- Maintained accurate patient records and imaging documentation for compliance.
- Assisted in training new staff on MRI procedures and safety standards.
- Educated patients on MRI procedures, alleviating anxiety and ensuring cooperation.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Current clinical instructor to Owens Community College MRI students. I foresee their education in the clinical setting making sure they are properly trained on patient care, MRI safety, patient set up, and MRI scanning protocols and techniques.
Pharmacy Technician
Kroger's Pharmacy
Perrysburg, OH
10.2016 - 2024
- Processed and dispensed medications accurately, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Assisted pharmacists in patient consultations, enhancing medication understanding and adherence.
- Maintained inventory levels, performing regular audits to prevent stock discrepancies.
- Trained and mentored new pharmacy technicians on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Ensured accurate labeling and packaging of prescriptions, minimizing errors in dispensing processes.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
- Increased overall pharmacy productivity by restocking supplies, organizing shelves, and maintaining cleanliness according to standards.
- Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with both new and returning patients at the pharmacy counter.
- Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing inventory in a timely manner.
- Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
- Assisted in training new team members on standard operating procedures to ensure consistent quality of service across the entire team.
Education
Associate of Science - Associate’s of Applied Science- MRI Technologist
Owens Community College
Perrysburg, OH05.2024
Skills
- Patient safety
- Patient care
- Intravenous contrast administration
- Quality control
- MR safety protocols
- Advanced imaging modalities
- Staff training
- Body positioning and placement
- Quality control procedures
- Patient education
- Abdominal imaging
- Pediatric imaging
- Trauma imaging
- Post-processing techniques
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Ventilated patient imaging
- Anesthesia imaging
- Level 1 trauma center
Accomplishments
I was chosen to be the clinical instructor to our students from Owen’s at St. Vincent’s to effectively train and prepare them for their future career’s as MRI technologists. I have a strong passion for teaching and making a difference in the education of our future medical imagers.
Timeline
MRI Technologist
Bon Secours St. Vincent’s Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Kroger's Pharmacy
10.2016 - 2024
Associate of Science - Associate’s of Applied Science- MRI Technologist
Owens Community College