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Christine Merloni
The Villages,FL
Summary
Qualified Registered Electroencephalogram Technologist bringing nine years of related experience working with patients of all ages; including neonates, infants, children, adolescents' and adults. Adept at observing and monitoring patient conditions and readings to provide critical input for interdisciplinary care. Seek to bring knowledge and skills to challenging position with room for advancement. Competent in completing electroneurodiagnostic tests in all inpatient and outpatient settings; including PICU and all trauma levels of ICU care . Talented in building positive relationships with patients, offering assistance and addressing concerns. Experienced in standard procedures and limitations of each evaluation. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals and has eight years of experience with training other technologists in EEG monitoring.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
2
Certification
Work History
St. Luke's Hospital
EEG Technologist
11.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Earned professional Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation credentials and applied learned skills regularly to EEG technology work.
- Credentialed from American Heart Association (AHA) and participated in ongoing education to keep skills current.
- Reviewed patient's history, obtained necessary information and documentation and educated and reassured patient.
- Operated and maintained variety of equipment to obtain diagnostic data with focus on EEG.
- Monitored patients during tests or surgeries using electroencephalographs (EEG) instruments or video recording equipment.
- Selected functional and original equipment to achieve program and neurosurgical objectives by performing thorough research.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Updated electronic medical records with current patient data and physician notes.
- Gathered, documented and tracked test results for physician interpretation.
- Summarized technical data to assist physicians to diagnose brain, sleep or nervous system disorders.
UPMC Pinnacle
EEG Technologist
08.2022 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Reviewed patient's history, obtained necessary information and documentation and educated and reassured patient.
- Managed team member work, oriented new employees and assigned tasks.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Evaluated clinical response and mental status of patient during testing procedure.
Bromedicon
EEG Technologist
10.2019 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Head of RI Region of Bromedicon, LLC
- Sole EEG Technologist for 2 private hospitals in Providence, RI
- Performs and documents clinical EEGs, Evoked Potential recordings and other related studies
- Detects, monitors, and reports on clinically significant events, efficiently
- Cleaned, set up, and arranged all necessary clinical equipment and supplies, as needed
- Attended continuing education programs and maintained professional development
- Implemented and adhered to institution's policy and procedures related to test results.
Rhode Island Hospital
EEG Technologist
06.2017 - 10.2019
Job overview
- Completed EEG's under the supervision of the Lead Technologist
- Demonstrates quality recordings in the settings of outpatient appointments, inpatient appointments and all ICU and LTM monitoring
- Collects patient data and information for billing
- Performs routine and LTM EEGs on neonates, infants, children and adults.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Neurodiagnostic Tech
09.2015 - 09.2016
Job overview
- Obtaining patient medical history and entering information into the Natus system
- Explains the procedures to patient clearly
- Measuring patients head, applying electrodes and completing patient EEG set-ups in entirety while ensuring patient comfort
- Collodion setup and application in the O/R during WADA tests
- Conducting portable and routine EEG recordings for patients
- Worked as a float between the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (lab), Intensive Care Unit as well as Outpatient Care
- Reading the data, identifying abnormalities, helping to create reports with testing results
- Disinfected, cleaned and maintained rooms, EEG equipment and electrodes for next patient in a fast-paced environment
- Adheres to HIPAA guidelines.
Simplicity Hair Studio
Receptionist
01.2014 - 04.2016
Job overview
- Responsible for providing front desk customer service at a high-end salon additional to secretarial, clerical and administrative support to ensure that the front desk, and salon objectives were met in an effective and efficient manner.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
- Assisted internal staff with clerical and administrative needs to maximize efficiency and team productivity.
Elegant Nails
Nail Technician
01.2011 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Performed nail artistry while providing quality care for clients, while maintaining professional etiquette at all times.
- Completed consultations with spa guests to determine nail care needs.
- Prepared nail beds and cuticles, shaped nails and applied polish.
- Maintained master appointment calendar covering all customer visits, employee schedules, and special events.
- Sanitized workstation and stocked assigned workspace to facilitate general office and spa cleaning.
- Oversaw schedule to manage appointments of new and existing clients.
- Sterilized and sanitized beauty tools and equipment to maintain hygiene and safety protocols.
- Demonstrated dynamic customer service by responding to customer inquiries.
- Applied manicures and pedicures following color and style preference of client to enhance aesthetics and groom nails.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers to increase loyalty, trust and satisfaction.
Education
Labouré CollegeMilton, MA
Associate of Science from Electroneurodiagnostic And Electroencephalographic Technology
09.2016
Skills
- R EEG T
- Neurology
- Surgical Assistance
- Technical Training
- Patient Relation
- Accredited College Graduate in EEG
- Intraoperative Neuro Monitoring Experience
- CLTM Experience
- Patient Relations
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Research Support
- Patient Support and Education
- Goal Planning and Attainment
Certification
- R.EEG.T. - Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist
- American Heart Association BLS Certification
Timeline
EEG Technologist
St. Luke's Hospital
11.2023 - Current
EEG Technologist
UPMC Pinnacle
08.2022 - 11.2023
EEG Technologist
Bromedicon
10.2019 - 08.2022
EEG Technologist
Rhode Island Hospital
06.2017 - 10.2019
Neurodiagnostic Tech
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
09.2015 - 09.2016
Receptionist
Simplicity Hair Studio
01.2014 - 04.2016
Nail Technician
Elegant Nails
01.2011 - 01.2016
Labouré College
Associate of Science from Electroneurodiagnostic And Electroencephalographic Technology
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