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Crystal Young

Jonesboro,AR

Summary

Accomplished Radiologic Technologist with over 21 years' experience seeking to leverage expertise to secure position with respected organization. Highly skilled in producing high quality diagnostic images, comforting patients, and delivering clinical instruction to staff and students. Demonstrated leadership skills which guide teams towards success and strengthen relationships with patients and physicians.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Reading Interventionist

Jonesboro Public Schools
Jonesboro, AR
01.2020 - Current
  • Monitored progress of identified students by collecting data on an ongoing basis and using it to inform instruction decisions.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress towards meeting literacy goals set forth in IEPs.
  • Provided intensive, individualized intervention to students in reading and language arts.
  • Utilized various teaching techniques such as visual aids, manipulatives, and technology-based programs to reinforce learning objectives.

CT Technologist In Radiology Scheduling

NEA Baptist Hospital
Jonesboro, AR
05.2016 - 03.2019

CT Technologist working in Radiology Scheduling.

Duties are as included:

  • Scheduled CT exams with patients from a work que and with internal and external offices.
  • Confirmed CPT codes for exams supported the diagnosis code used.
  • Cross-trained new employees by explaining rules, procedures and job responsibilities.
  • Obtained proper insurance verification for said scheduled exams.

Staff CT And MRI Technologist

NEA Baptist Clinic And Hospital
Jonesboro, AR
05.2002 - 05.2016
  • Performed ordered CT exams.
  • Drew blood from IV access to obtain Creatinine levels for exams that included Contrast Media.
  • Reduced exposure to radiation using beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding techniques.
  • Administered drugs and fluids to patients, including IV contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals and antispasmodics.
  • Maintained inventory and supply levels for contrast materials, film, catheters and other medical items, checking inventory stock and reordering items running low.
  • Reviewed diagnostic images’ quality and filed diagnostic images in appropriate patient records.
  • Captured and developed images following physicians’ orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
  • Reduced patients’ anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
  • Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
  • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.

Staff Radiographer

NEA Clinic Orthopedics
Jonesboro, AR
12.1998 - 05.2002
  • Performed ordered x-ray exams.
  • Assisted in casting and wound care.
  • Scheduled outside Radiology exams.
  • Assisted Nurses in rooming patients, cast removal, bandage removal, and suture removal.

Staff Radiographer

St. Bernards Regional Medical Center
Jonesboro, AR
05.1997 - 11.1998
  • Performed x-rays and fluoroscopy in the Radiology department and in Surgery.
  • Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients’ bedsides, operating and emergency rooms.
  • Reviewed diagnostic images’ quality and filed diagnostic images in appropriate patient records.
  • Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
  • Tested patients to gather information on wide range of illnesses and diagnoses.
  • Reduced exposure to radiation using beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding techniques.
  • Positioned patients and x-ray and CT equipment, and implemented beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure.
  • Reduced patients’ anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology

Arkansas State University
State University, AR
05.1998

Skills

  • Registered Radiologic Technologist with ARRT
  • Licensed with the Arkansas Department of Health
  • Certified in Casting and Splint application with 3M

Affiliations

  • Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society
  • Arkansas State University Dean's List
  • Arkansas State University Department of Health Professions Program Scholar
  • The Arkansas Society of Radiologic Technologist
  • Awarded in Customer Service Excellence for 2 consecutive months for NEA Clinic
  • Voted and awarded Employee of the Month by peers with NEA Baptist Hospital

Timeline

Reading Interventionist

Jonesboro Public Schools
01.2020 - Current

CT Technologist In Radiology Scheduling

NEA Baptist Hospital
05.2016 - 03.2019

Staff CT And MRI Technologist

NEA Baptist Clinic And Hospital
05.2002 - 05.2016

Staff Radiographer

NEA Clinic Orthopedics
12.1998 - 05.2002

Staff Radiographer

St. Bernards Regional Medical Center
05.1997 - 11.1998

Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology

Arkansas State University
Crystal Young