Process-focused Radiology Technologist with 11 years of experience in radiology and medical imaging and 14 years of patient care. Proficient medical technologist with adaptability in producing comprehensive scans with varying obstacles. Professional and clear communicator, disseminating sensitive information to both patients and doctors. Energetic professional skilled at cultivating professional relationships with staff, physicians and patients. Operates medical equipment and masters technologies with precision and focus.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Radiologic Technologist
Department Of Navy
Rota , AE
09.2011 - 09.2022
Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides.
Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films and chemicals.
Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
Used radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to maintain safety of patients and staff.
Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
General Duty Corpsman
Department Of The Navy
Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, NC
10.2010 - 08.2011
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Provided leadership, delegation and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
Administered medical care for range of conditions and basic health concerns.
Provided emergency medical care and conducted physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
Coordinated and executed transport of sick and injured patients.
Communicated with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to provide information about situation, to arrange reception of victims or to receive instructions for further treatment.
Education
No Degree - Advanced Radiology
Navy Medicine Education And Training Command
San Antonio, TX
High School Diploma -
Lake Marion High School And Technology Center
Santee, SC
06.2007
Skills
Digital Radiography
Antispasmodic Drugs
Infection Control Procedures
Diagnostic Exam Assistance
Records Management Systems
Radiation Exposure Minimization
Patient Data Management Systems
Beam-Restrictive Devices
Computed Tomography
HIPAA Education
Equipment Positioning
Barium Swallow
Radiation Safety Protocols
Radiologic Imaging
Diagnostic Radiology
Image Collection
Certification
Registered American Registry of Radiologic Technologist ARRT ID# 549561