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Christine Schreiner

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Dynamic CT Technologist with extensive experience, excelling in advanced imaging and patient care. Proven ability to enhance diagnostic accuracy through optimized scanning techniques and compassionate communication. Skilled in intravenous access and radiation safety, contributing to improved patient satisfaction and departmental efficiency.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

CT Technologist

VA Hospital
12.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area.
  • Promoted departmental efficiency through excellent time management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Collaborated with radiologists to optimize image quality, leading to improved diagnostic accuracy.
  • Optimized scanning parameters based on individualized patient factors such as size, age, pathology, or medical history.
  • Contributed to optimize scans for TAVR program.

CT Technologist

UPMC East
02.2022 - 03.2024
  • Performed high quality CT scans on incoming patients.
  • Operated equipment for CT Guided procedures.
  • Administered PO and IV contrast based on MD orders.
  • Responded to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
  • Proficient in IV insertion.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and effective communication throughout the imaging process.

Radiologic Technologist Extender

UPMC Shadyside
11.2015 - 02.2022
  • Enhanced patient experience with compassionate communication.
  • Assisted in training new technologists and patient care technicians in blood draw, EKG, x-rays and specimen collections.
  • Cultivated a positive team atmosphere by sharing knowledge and offering assistance.
  • Floated to Orthopedic office to streamline patient workflow, reducing wait times for imaging procedures.

Pharmacy Technician

Rite Aid Pharmacy
05.2004 - 05.2019
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication including medication recall management.
  • Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Assisted in prescription delivery to ensure patients received medications when in need.
  • Traveling to multiple locations to help with low staffing issues.

Radiologic Technologist

Monongalia General Hospital
10.2014 - 02.2016
  • Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
  • Assisted in training new Radiologic Technologists on department policies, procedures, equipment usage, and best practices for patient care.
  • Improved patient care by efficiently performing diagnostic imaging procedures, including X-rays and CT scans.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area with adequate supplies and reagents.
  • Follow all principles of asepsis and infection control.

Education

Associate of Specialized Technology Degree - Radiologic Technology

Sanford Brown Institute
Pittsburgh
09-2014

Diploma - Medical Assisting

Sanford Brown Institute
Pittsburgh
05-2012

Skills

  • Advanced CT imaging
  • Patient care
  • Image reconstruction
  • Intravenous access
  • Radiation safety
  • X-ray imaging

Timeline

CT Technologist

VA Hospital
12.2023 - Current

CT Technologist

UPMC East
02.2022 - 03.2024

Radiologic Technologist Extender

UPMC Shadyside
11.2015 - 02.2022

Radiologic Technologist

Monongalia General Hospital
10.2014 - 02.2016

Pharmacy Technician

Rite Aid Pharmacy
05.2004 - 05.2019

Associate of Specialized Technology Degree - Radiologic Technology

Sanford Brown Institute

Diploma - Medical Assisting

Sanford Brown Institute

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