Cynthia Keen
New Castle,VA
Summary
Dedicated Radiologic Technologist with over 30 years experience in the imaging field.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
Lewis Gale Physicians
Salem, VA
09.2023 - 03.2026
- Operated radiographic equipment to produce diagnostic images for patient evaluations.
- Assisted in maintaining compliance with safety protocols and radiation protection standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure accurate patient positioning for imaging procedures.
- Conducted routine equipment maintenance to ensure optimal functionality and performance.
- 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.
- Cultivated a positive team atmosphere by sharing knowledge, offering assistance, and fostering collaboration among colleagues.
Clinical Instructor
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
Radiologic Technologist
Craig County Health Center
New Castle
02.2016 - 09.2023
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Served as informational resource for patients and families by educating about imaging processes and addressing questions and concerns.
- Adhered closely to quality control standards in developing and labeling of diagnostic imaging materials.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
- Operated equipment to produce quality images of specific body parts.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Collected patient vital signs and medical history as part of physical exam preparation procedures.
- Executed various types of diagnostic imaging procedures on patients ranging in age from toddler to adult.
- Obtained best imaging by determining exposure factors for individual patients.
- Schedule and maintain all service requirements for X-ray equipment.
CT Technologist
Lewis Gale Hospital Alleghany
Low Moor, VA
11.2001 - 03.2016
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Monitored patient's well-being during exams and recognized discomfort or medical problems and took appropriate action.
- Responded to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
- Injected contrast for CT scans in accordance with department policy.
- Complied with department and hospital radiation and safety standards.
- Communicated with physicians, nurses and other team members concerning patient status, diagnoses and related information.
- Calibrated, maintained and troubleshot radiologic equipment to minimize operational downtime.
- Demonstrated financial responsibility and accountability through proper use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices.
- Complied with departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety, heeding appropriate reporting requirements.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Executed various types of diagnostic imaging procedures on patients ranging in age from toddler to adult.
- Cross trained and obtained national registry in Mammography
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA05.1994
Skills
- Diagnostic Imaging Services
- Staff Training
- Patient Management
- EMR Systems
- EHR Software
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Vital Taking
- Imaging Archiving
- Infection Control Practices
- Compassionate and Caring
- Clerical Support
- Equipment Operation and Calibration
- PACS Operation
- Quality Control
- ALARA Adherence
- Equipment Maintenance
- Supervising students
- Student evaluations
- Student records management
- Assessment skills
Affiliations
- Member of American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, 1994 to Current
Certification
- Virginia License - current
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR/AED certified
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
Lewis Gale Physicians
09.2023 - 03.2026
Clinical Instructor
Virginia Western Community College
08.2023 - 12.2023
Radiologic Technologist
Craig County Health Center
02.2016 - 09.2023
CT Technologist
Lewis Gale Hospital Alleghany
11.2001 - 03.2016
Associate Of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Virginia Western Community College