Chris Wanyo
Durham,NC
Summary
Dedicated and skilled Interventional Radiologic Technologist with over 7 years of experience in performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Proficient in operating advanced imaging equipment, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interventional Radiologic Technologist
Duke University Hospital
03.2017 - Current
- Extensive knowledge of medical devices used for vascular and neurological procedures in radiology
- Maintain patient safety protocols and infection control measures throughout procedures
- Worked hand in hand assisting multiple physicians, interventional radiologists and vascular surgeons
- Operated the radiology equipment throughout various procedures
- Scrubbed procedures with physicians displaying strong efficiency and knowledge of all medical devices necessary for procedures
- Perform interventional radiology procedures including tunneled and non-tunneled central lines, biopsies, drainages, arterial and venous embolizations, stenting, and thrombectomies
- Evaluate patient care needs, prioritize treatment, and maintain patient flow
- Participated in continuing education programs related to radiology.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
- Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists and technicians.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Prepared and mixed contrast agents for enhanced imaging.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Repaired and troubleshot radiologic equipment.
Operating Room Radiologic Technologist
Duke University Hospital
02.2007 - Current
- Conducted routine radiographic exams and fluoroscopic studies, ensuring adherence to safety standards
- Maintained imaging equipment, troubleshooting issues and coordinating repairs as necessary
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms and patients' bedsides.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
Education
Bachelor degree - Medical Imaging
Misericordia University
Dallas, PA12.2005
Skills
- Proficient in operating imaging equipment
- Knowledge of interventional radiology techniques and protocols
- Strong understanding of anatomy
- Strong understanding of pathology
- Strong understanding of patient care
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Needle localization
- PACS operation
- Case management
Certification
- Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT), 04/23
- Board Certification in Interventional Radiology 01/18
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 11/23
Affiliations
- Member of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Interventional Radiologic Technologist
Duke University Hospital
03.2017 - Current
Operating Room Radiologic Technologist
Duke University Hospital
02.2007 - Current
- Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT), 04/23
- Board Certification in Interventional Radiology 01/18
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 11/23
Bachelor degree - Medical Imaging
Misericordia University
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