CARRIE KLUG
Downers Grove,IL
Summary
Patient-focused Radiologic Technologist with over 6 years of experience in the diagnostic imaging field. Well-versed in producing accurate diagnostic images while comforting patients and providing clinical directives to staff. Demonstrated talents in guiding teams and strengthening relationships with patients.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
Northwestern Medicine
06.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient experience with compassionate communication and meticulous attention to detail during examinations.
- Assisted in training new Radiologic Technologists on department policies, procedures, equipment usage, and best practices for patient care.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital
12.2019 - Current
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Cultivated a positive team atmosphere by sharing knowledge, offering assistance, and fostering collaboration among colleagues.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST
Advocate Medical Group
07.2018 - 06.2023
- Repaired and troubleshot radiologic equipment.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to radiology.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST
Westmont Immediate Care
03.2019 - 03.2021
- Elevated the overall image of the radiology department by adhering to all professional standards and ethics while interacting with patients, families, and staff members.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
GENERAL MANAGER
Coach, Inc
05.2007 - 02.2015
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Imaging
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL05.2018
Skills
- Knowledge of CR/DR equipment: GE, Del Medical, EOS, Fuji, Konica and Swiss Ray
- PACS and RIS system adept
- Patient focused care
- Leadership and Management
- Critical Thinker with strategic decision making skills
- performs C-arm pain clinic procedures
- Orthopedic Imaging
Roles And Responsibilities
- Provide assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured, or disabled patients.
- Set up examination rooms, ensuring that all necessary equipment is ready.
- Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
- Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records.
- Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
- Operate x-ray, electrocardiogram (EKG), or other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests.
- Perform general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms.
- Use radiation safety measures ALARA and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
- Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.
- Demonstrate new equipment, procedures, or techniques to staff and provide technical assistance.
- Knowledge of multiple EMR platforms, EPIC, Systoc, Cerner and Clinicare
Affiliations
- ARRT
- BLS certified
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
Northwestern Medicine
06.2023 - Current
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital
12.2019 - Current
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST
Westmont Immediate Care
03.2019 - 03.2021
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST
Advocate Medical Group
07.2018 - 06.2023
GENERAL MANAGER
Coach, Inc
05.2007 - 02.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medical Imaging
College of DuPage
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