Carleen Downing
Las Vegas
Summary
Results-driven CT Technologist with over eight years of experience in patient care and imaging procedures. Skilled in emergency protocols and post-processing techniques, ensuring patient comfort and precise imaging. Eager to contribute expertise to enhance diagnostic services.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
CT Technologist
Summerlin Hospital
02.2018 - Current
- most current facility contract with staffing company.
- take care of patients through the ER and inpatients of 496 bed facility.
- 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.
- Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
- Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.
CT Technologist
MedSmart Inc
07.2014 - Current
- This is a staffing company that contracted many facilities and hospitals in the vegas area.
- Monitored patient's well-being during exams and recognized discomfort or medical problems and took appropriate action.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Assisted radiologists with image-guided body biopsies and thyroid biopsies.
- Traveled to nearby outpatient centers to help with coverage.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists and technicians.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
Radiologic Technologist
Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center
02.2008 - 02.2018
- lead tech/supervisor for 4yrs.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
Radiologic Technologist
Southwest Medical Group
03.2005 - 02.2008
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Assisted in diagnosis of disease and injury through radiologic examinations.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Operated radiologic equipment to obtain images of body structures.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiology
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL04.1999
Skills
- Confidentiality compliance
- Pathology identification
- Post-processing techniques
- Emergency procedures
- Contrast administration
- Cross-sectional anatomy
- CT protocols
- Assertiveness
- Image reconstruction
- Pediatric imaging
- Advanced CT imaging
Timeline
CT Technologist
Summerlin Hospital
02.2018 - Current
CT Technologist
MedSmart Inc
07.2014 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center
02.2008 - 02.2018
Radiologic Technologist
Southwest Medical Group
03.2005 - 02.2008
Associate of Science - Radiology
College of DuPage