Cory Sevy
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
Seasoned MRI Technologist with a proven track record at Lee Health Cape Coral Hospital, showcasing expertise in MRI Computed Tomography and radiography. Excelled in staff training and patient education, enhancing procedural efficiency and patient cooperation. Demonstrates critical thinking and leadership, significantly improving team performance and patient satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
MRI Technologist
Lee Health Cape Coral Hospital
Cape Coral , FL
06.2024 - Current
- Kept accurate records of patient information including demographic data, medical histories, medications taken.
- Identified potential areas of improvement in existing protocols related to MRI scanning processes.
- Collaborated closely with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals throughout the duration of each procedure.
- Reviewed images to detect any anomalies or irregularities that may require further action by a physician or radiologist.
- Assessed patient condition prior to MRI scan and monitored vital signs during procedure.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to MRI technology and advancements.
- Operated MRI scanners in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines and safety standards.
- Provided technical guidance and support to other staff members when needed.
- Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations pertaining to confidentiality of patient information.
- Set up equipment for procedures according to established protocols and safety regulations.
- Performed MRI scans of patients utilizing advanced imaging techniques.
- Provided instruction to patients regarding positioning for optimal imaging results.
- Reviewed diagnostic image quality and filed diagnostic images in appropriate patient records.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Administered IV contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals and antispasmodics to patients.
- Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Selected appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
- Immobilized patients to achieve optimal scans and prevent rescanning.
- Explained MRI procedures to patients, representatives and family members.
- Collected patients' medical histories and documented important information in medical records.
MRI Technologist
Lee Health outpatient Services
Ft Myers, FL
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Kept accurate records of patient information including demographic data, medical histories, medications taken.
- Identified potential areas of improvement in existing protocols related to MRI scanning processes.
- Collaborated closely with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals throughout the duration of each procedure.
- Reviewed images to detect any anomalies or irregularities that may require further action by a physician or radiologist.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to MRI technology and advancements.
- Operated MRI scanners in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines and safety standards.
- Provided technical guidance and support to other staff members when needed.
- Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations pertaining to confidentiality of patient information.
- Set up equipment for procedures according to established protocols and safety regulations.
- Performed MRI scans of patients utilizing advanced imaging techniques.
- Maintained detailed records of patient medical history, test results, and images obtained from MRI scans.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Administered IV contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals and antispasmodics to patients.
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Selected appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
MRI Technologist
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center Inc
Mishawaka, IN
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Maintained the highest levels of quality, safety, and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating them on procedure details, instructions, and expectations.
- Executed imaging procedures according to physicians' orders, ensuring accurate diagnoses.
- Evaluated the quality of diagnostic images.
- Maintained inventory and supply levels for contrast materials, film, catheters, and other medical items, checking inventory stock, and reordering items running low.
- Dispensed necessary contrast agents for diagnostic procedures.
- Positioned MR equipment using clinical judgment to capture quality images.
- Tested patients to gather information on a wide range of illnesses and diagnoses.
- Immobilized patients are necessary to achieve optimal scans and prevent rescanning.
- Communicated the details of MRI procedures effectively to patients, representatives, and family members.
- Selected appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce the required images.
- Resolved technical problems with MRI scanners, monitors, and coils.
- Controlled environment noise to enhance patient relaxation.
- Operated MRI scanners to provide diagnostic imaging.
- Injected dyes intravenously to improve contrast on scans.
- Compiled comprehensive medical histories for patients.
Multi-modality Technologist
Beacon Medical Group
Granger , IN
01.2018 - 06.2023
- Maintained the highest levels of quality, safety, and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating them on procedure details, instructions, and expectations.
- Captured and developed images following physicians' orders, allowing for proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Reviewed diagnostic image quality and filed diagnostic images in the appropriate patient records.
- Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating rooms, and emergency rooms.
- Reduced exposure to radiation using beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding techniques.
- Administered IV contrast materials and radiopharmaceuticals to patients.
- Positioned CT/X-ray equipment using clinical judgment to capture quality images.
- Evaluated equipment operation using standardized checklists.
- Assisted the radiologist with completing complex biopsy examinations.
- Developed and labeled diagnostic images and films, following established quality standards.
- Helped patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining the steps and answering questions.
- Greeted patients with a warm smile, and promoted individual comfort throughout procedures and scans while being as discreet as possible.
- Utilized mobile imaging and X-ray equipment in trauma centers, operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patient bedsides.
- Positioned patients properly for scans and procedures, calmly giving instructions on when to stay still to optimize scans.
- Tested equipment regularly to identify malfunctions and calibrate settings.
- Maintained imaging equipment, assessed for issues and proper functionality after each use, troubleshot concerns, and escalated major issues to maintenance staff.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient and medical record confidentiality.
- Generated precise images of target body areas to aid physicians in diagnosing patients' issues.
- Oversaw the work of junior personnel and students, correcting their work and mentoring them on techniques.
- Educated patients on diagnostic imaging processes and positioning, and counseled patients to address concerns and answer inquiries.
- Completed general administrative tasks to support the radiology department.
Radiology Dept Manager
South Bend Clinic
South Bend, IN
10.2019 - 03.2022
- Developed and enforced radiology policies and standard procedures.
- Promoted excellence and efficiency of care as leader of team of 30 radiology professionals.
- Oversaw recruitment and hiring of radiology personnel.
- Fostered relationships with patients to minimize anxiety and distress and enhance cooperation.
- Generated precise images of target body areas to aid physicians in diagnosing patients' issues.
- Provided assistance to physicians and other technologists during complex procedures.
- Maintained imaging equipment, assessing for issues and proper functionality after each use, troubleshooting concerns and escalating major issues to maintenance staff.
- Utilized mobile imaging and x-ray equipment in clinic setting, operating rooms.
- Maintained currency on radiologic technology and made recommendations to leadership regarding equipment updates and replacements.
- Wrote reports outlining findings of diagnostic testing and imaging services.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient and medical record confidentiality.
- Educated patients on diagnostic imaging processes and positioning and counseled patients to address concerns and answer inquiries.
- Tested equipment regularly to identify malfunctions and calibrate settings.
- Completed general administrative tasks to support radiology department.
- Oversaw work of junior personnel and students, correcting work and mentoring on techniques.
- Greeted patients with warm smile and promoted individual comfort throughout procedures and scans while being as discrete as possible.
MRI Technologist
Mri Center
South Bend, IN
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Administered IV contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals to patients.
- Positioned MRI equipment using clinical judgment to capture quality images.
- Tested patients to gather information on wide range of illnesses and diagnoses.
- Immobilized patients to achieve optimal scans and prevent rescanning.
- Collected patients' medical histories and documented important information in medical records.
- Explained MRI procedures to patients, representatives and family members.
- Injected dyes intravenously to improve contrast on scans.
- Troubleshot technical issues related to MRI scanner, monitors or coils.
- Selected appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
- Operated MRI scanners to provide diagnostic imaging.
Travel CT technologist
Maxim Healthcare
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Reviewed diagnostic image quality and filed diagnostic images in appropriate patient records.
- Reduced exposure to radiation using beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding techniques.
- Administered IV contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals to patients.
- Positioned CT equipment using clinical judgment to capture quality images.
- Tested patients to gather information on wide range of illnesses and diagnoses.
- Evaluated equipment operation using standardized checklists.
- Assisted radiologist with completing complex examinations.
- Developed and labeled diagnostic images and films in accordance with established quality standards.
- Helped patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining steps and answering questions.
- Positioned patients properly for scans and procedures, calmly giving instructions on when to stay still to optimize scans.
- Tested equipment regularly to identify malfunctions and calibrate settings.
- Performed diagnostic imaging procedures by operating computed tomography scans.
- Maintained currency on radiologic technology and made recommendations to leadership regarding equipment updates and replacements.
- Maintained imaging equipment, assessing for issues and proper functionality after each use, troubleshooting concerns and escalating major issues to maintenance staff.
- Fostered relationships with patients to minimize anxiety and distress and enhance cooperation.
- Reset examination rooms between appointments by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Prepared contrast material, radiopharmaceuticals and anesthetic or antispasmodic drugs under direction of radiologists.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient and medical record confidentiality.
- Generated precise images of target body areas to aid physicians in diagnosing patients' issues.
- Oversaw work of junior personnel and students, correcting work and mentoring on techniques.
- Provided assistance to physicians and other technologists during complex procedures.
- Educated patients on diagnostic imaging processes and positioning and counseled patients to address concerns and answer inquiries.
Computed Tomography Technologist
Kindred Hospital Northern
, IN
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Post acute care setting, on call CT technologist
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Reviewed diagnostic image quality and filed diagnostic images in appropriate patient records.
- Reduced exposure to radiation using beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding techniques.
- Maintained inventory and supply levels for contrast materials, film, catheters and other medical items, checking inventory stock and reordering items running low.
- Administered IV contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals and antispasmodics to patients.
- Positioned CT equipment using clinical judgment to capture quality images.
- Evaluated equipment operation using standardized checklists.
- Developed and labeled diagnostic images and films in accordance with established quality standards.
- Helped patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining steps and answering questions.
- Greeted patients with warm smile and promoted individual comfort throughout procedures and scans while being as discrete as possible.
- Positioned patients properly for scans and procedures, calmly giving instructions on when to stay still to optimize scans.
- Tested equipment regularly to identify malfunctions and calibrate settings.
- Performed diagnostic imaging procedures by operating x-ray, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography scans.
- Maintained imaging equipment, assessing for issues and proper functionality after each use, troubleshooting concerns and escalating major issues to maintenance staff.
- Fostered relationships with patients to minimize anxiety and distress and enhance cooperation.
- Reset examination rooms between appointments by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Prepared contrast material, radiopharmaceuticals and anesthetic or antispasmodic drugs under direction of radiologists.
Lead Technologist 3rd Shift
Memorial Hospital
South Bend, IN
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Evaluated equipment operation using standardized checklists.
- Reduced exposure to radiation using beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding techniques.
- Assisted radiologist with completing complex CT examinations.
- Provided assistance to physicians and other technologists during complex procedures.
- Generated precise images of target body areas to aid physicians in diagnosing patients' issues.
- Entered commands, specified sequences and adjusted transmitters for scans.
- Positioned patients properly for scans and procedures, calmly giving instructions on when to stay still to optimize scans.
- Maintained currency on radiologic technology and made recommendations to leadership regarding equipment updates and replacements.
- Oversaw work of junior personnel and students, correcting work and mentoring on techniques.
- Educated patients on diagnostic imaging processes and positioning and counseled patients to address concerns and answer inquiries.
- Helped patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining steps and answering questions.
- Reset examination rooms between appointments by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Maintained imaging equipment, assessing for issues and proper functionality after each use, troubleshooting concerns and escalating major issues to maintenance staff.
- Prepared contrast material, radiopharmaceuticals and anesthetic or antispasmodic drugs under direction of radiologists.
- Tested equipment regularly to identify malfunctions and calibrate settings.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient and medical record confidentiality.
- Greeted patients with warm smile and promoted individual comfort throughout procedures and scans while being as discrete as possible.
- Fostered relationships with patients to minimize anxiety and distress and enhance cooperation.
- Completed general administrative tasks to support radiology department.
- Performed diagnostic imaging procedures by operating x-ray, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography scans.
Education
Master of Science - Public Administration
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08.2023
Bachelors of science - Medical Imaging Technology
Indiana University
South Bend, IN01.2015
Associate of Science - Radiography
Indiana University
South Bend, IN05.2014
Aviation Ordnance - Avionics Maintenance Technology
USMC
San Diego, CASkills
- Health Education
- Computed Tomography
- Medication Administration
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Quality Control
- Staff Training
- PPE Use
- Computer Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Team Management
- Customer Service
- Data Management
- Critical Thinking
- First Aid/CPR
- Good Work Ethic
- Organizational Skills
- Supervision & Leadership
- Flexible Schedule
- Relationship Building
- Microsoft Office
- Team Building
- Training & Development
Affiliations
- Member of American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, 2014 to Current
Dynamic hardworking professional with extensive radiology experience. Competent in general radiography, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. 8+ years experience with Siemens CT scanners. 8+ years experience with GE MRI and CT scanners. 8+ years experience working multiple shifts within level 2-trauma center. 8+ years experience working within regional stroke center. Extensive experience with McKesson PACS. Extensive experience with Cerner EMR. 2 yrs. experience working within post acute care facility. 2 years experience with GE Centricity EMR. Extensive experience with Radimetrics and the utilization of ALARA principles. Working knowledge of RIS and PACS to include EPIC, Paragon, M-care, Merge.
Additional Information
- United States Marine Corps Veteran 1994-1998
Education and Training
other,San Diego, CA,South Bend, IN,true,other,Lynchburg, VA
Contact
Osceola, IN 46561
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
MRI Technologist
Lee Health Cape Coral Hospital
06.2024 - Current
MRI Technologist
Lee Health outpatient Services
06.2023 - 06.2024
MRI Technologist
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center Inc
03.2022 - 06.2023
Radiology Dept Manager
South Bend Clinic
10.2019 - 03.2022
MRI Technologist
Mri Center
01.2019 - 02.2022
Multi-modality Technologist
Beacon Medical Group
01.2018 - 06.2023
Travel CT technologist
Maxim Healthcare
01.2018 - 01.2019
Computed Tomography Technologist
Kindred Hospital Northern
01.2017 - 01.2018
Lead Technologist 3rd Shift
Memorial Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2018
Master of Science - Public Administration
Liberty University
Bachelors of science - Medical Imaging Technology
Indiana University
Associate of Science - Radiography
Indiana University
Aviation Ordnance - Avionics Maintenance Technology
USMC
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