Chrystal Jackson
Columbia,SC
Summary
Accomplished Radiologic Technologist with a proven track record throughout the years, enhancing patient safety and experience through meticulous attention to detail and patient care. Expert in portable radiography and radiology related computer systems proficiency, significantly minimizing radiation exposure and optimizing diagnostic imaging quality. Skilled in both direct patient care and technical radiography, demonstrating exceptional anatomy knowledge and patient interaction skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
Aya Healthcare
02.2023 - 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.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
Radiologic Technologist
Prisma Health
08.2008 - 02.2023
- Implemented effective pain management techniques to ensure patient comfort during procedures.
- Provided one-on-one education to patients on pain management techniques, promoting comfort and reducing the need for excessive medication use postoperatively.
- Completed x-rays safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
- Maintained high-quality images by performing routine equipment maintenance and troubleshooting issues promptly.
- Optimized image quality with correct positioning techniques tailored to individual patients'' needs or conditions.
- Assisted in training new X-Ray technicians, sharing knowledge, tips, and best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave and evaporator.
- Draw labs
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
Radiologic Technologist
Sisters of Charity Hospital
08.2006 - 08.2008
- Streamlined workflow in the radiology department by organizing schedules and maintaining accurate records of completed procedures.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Promoted patient comfort during invasive procedures, using careful positioning techniques and clear explanations of each step in the process.
- Elevated the overall image of the radiology department by adhering to all professional standards and ethics while interacting with patients, families, and staff members.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
Radiologic Technologist
Rad's Mobile
03.2004 - 08.2006
- Optimized image quality with correct positioning techniques tailored to individual patients'' needs or conditions.
- Developed and processed radiologic film to aid in diagnostics and patient monitoring with high-quality imagery.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently managing appointment schedules and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Provided Mobile x-rays to homes, nursing facilities, and prisons.
Radiologic Technologist
Aiken Regional
09.2003 - 03.2004
- 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.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to all radiation safety guidelines and protocols.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
Radiologic Technologist
CHOA-Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
08.2002 - 02.2003
- Completed x-rays safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
- Maintained examination rooms and restocked medical and radiologic supplies.
- Assisted doctor during procedures, helping to run machinery and keep patients comfortable and still.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide seamless multidisciplinary care for patients requiring additional tests or treatments after x-ray examinations.
- Positioned patients for optimal comfort and set up effective sterile fields before procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
Emory University
Atlanta, GA08.2002
High School Diploma -
W.J. Keenan High School
Columbia, SC05.1999
Skills
- Travel Radiology
- Direct Patient Care
- Portable Radiography
- Level 1 Trauma Imaging
- Orthopedic Imaging
- Surgical radiography
- OR
- Venipuncture
- Critical Data Entry Specialist for multistate hospital during crisis
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Anatomy knowledge
Certification
- ARRT
- SCRQSA
- SC License
- OHIO State License
- BLS
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
Aya Healthcare
02.2023 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Prisma Health
08.2008 - 02.2023
Radiologic Technologist
Sisters of Charity Hospital
08.2006 - 08.2008
Radiologic Technologist
Rad's Mobile
03.2004 - 08.2006
Radiologic Technologist
Aiken Regional
09.2003 - 03.2004
Radiologic Technologist
CHOA-Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
08.2002 - 02.2003
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
Emory University
High School Diploma -
W.J. Keenan High School
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