Crystal Landrum
X-ray Tech
Daphne,AL
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Care-focused Phlebotomist bringing 15-year background in laboratory settings. Accomplished at easing patient anxieties and hitting veins on first attempts. Experienced in skin puncture draws utilizing varied needle gauges and collection techniques tailored to patient need.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
X-Ray Technician
The Orthopedic Group
Mobile, AL
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Positioned patients for optimal comfort and set up effective sterile fields before procedures.
- Maintained examination rooms and restocked medical and radiologic supplies.
- Checked equipment each day and reported major malfunctions to supervisor for attention.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Operated radiologic equipment to obtain images of body structures.
- Instructed patients on proper positioning for imaging.
Phlebotomist
DMC
Fairhope, AL
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Monitored supply levels and placed orders for laboratory supplies.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Participated in quality assurance and competency assessment initiatives.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
Medical Assistant. X-ray Tech
American Family Care, Inc
Daphne , AL
08.2018 - 04.2020
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Measured patient spirometry.
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Prepared blood smears and determined levels of normalcy.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Completed x-rays safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
- Checked equipment each day and reported major malfunctions to supervisor for attention.
- Maintained examination rooms and restocked medical and radiologic supplies.
- Assisted doctor during procedures, helping to run machinery and keep patients comfortable and still.
- Instructed patients on proper positioning for imaging.
- Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
X-Ray Technician
Pediatric Asthma And Allergy
Cool Springs , TN
08.2008 - 11.2017
- Completed x-rays safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
- Maintained examination rooms and restocked medical and radiologic supplies.
- Operated radiologic equipment to obtain images of body structures.
- Instructed patients on proper positioning for imaging.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
X-Ray Technician
Nashville Family Medical Clinic
Nashville , TN
08.1997 - 07.2008
- Completed x-rays safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
- Positioned patients for optimal comfort and set up effective sterile fields before procedures.
- Documented patient data and histories and updated charts with current information.
- Supported efficient clinic operations by removing sutures, replacing dressings and giving basic injections.
- Maintained examination rooms and restocked medical and radiologic supplies.
- Obtained blood samples for related laboratory testing and conducted basic tests such as Type in-office.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Communicated test results to physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Instructed patients on proper positioning for imaging.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
- Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists and technicians.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Assisted in diagnosis of disease and injury through radiologic examinations.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN 08.2014 - 12.2015
Associate Of Applied Science - Xray
High Tech Institute
Gallatin, TN 08.1997 - 08.1998
Skills
Patient confidentiality
Patient Assessments
Patient Advocacy
Indirect Patient Care
EMR / EHR
Patient shielding techniques
Patient education
Community outreach
Diagnostic imaging
Medical Records Management
Staff education
Direct Patient Care
X-rays
Equipment Maintenance
Timeline
X-Ray Technician
The Orthopedic Group
12.2022 - 02.2023
Phlebotomist
DMC
10.2021 - 12.2022
Medical Assistant. X-ray Tech
American Family Care, Inc
08.2018 - 04.2020
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Tennessee State University
08.2014 - 12.2015
X-Ray Technician
Pediatric Asthma And Allergy
08.2008 - 11.2017
X-Ray Technician
Nashville Family Medical Clinic
08.1997 - 07.2008
Associate Of Applied Science - Xray
High Tech Institute
08.1997 - 08.1998