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Dawn Champion-Arnold

Angier,NC

Summary

Committed healthcare professional with over twenty-five years experience, now transitioning into clinical research with the same high level of compassion. Strong background in Radiological Sciences and providing quality patient care. Dedicated to excellence with high integrity, resulting in effective team building skills.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

CT Technologist

Associated Urologist of North Carolina
Cary, NC
06.2011 - Current

CT Technologist

Womack Army Medical Center
Fort Liberty, NC
09.2015 - 03.2023

CT Technologist

Central Harnett Hospital
Lillington, NC
01.2013 - 03.2018

Radiologic Technologist

WakeMed Health/Pediatric Urgent Care
Cary, NC
09.2003 - 05.2017

Radiologic Technologist

Good Hope Hospital
Erwin, NC
05.1998 - 09.2003
  • Educated patients about radiological procedure risks, benefits and alternatives as well as post-exam restrictions or instructions.
  • Delivered comprehensive training to students and new technologists on equipment, imaging processing, patient relations and best practices.
  • Participated in continuing education activities related to new developments in Radiologic Technology field.
  • Processed digital images using PACS system for storage, retrieval and transmission purposes.
  • Performed quality control measurements on equipment daily and completed associated documentation forms accurately.
  • Acquired accurate patient history and documented details in medical record.
  • Operated multi-slice scanner for a variety of complex examinations such as cardiac, vascular, trauma, neurology, abdomen, pelvis, head, neck and orthopedics.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families and healthcare team members throughout the imaging process.
  • Implemented new protocols as directed by radiology department leadership.
  • Placed IVs to prepare for injection of contrast media.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Communicated effectively with referring physicians regarding patient status, test results.
  • Operated CT equipment to generate quality images and troubleshot problems.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management

University of Mount Olive
Mount Olive, NC
12-2010

Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Science

Johnston Community College
Smithfield, NC
06-1999

Skills

  • Protocol/SOP Review
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Equipment QA and Calibration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • EMR/EHR: EPIC, Meditech, Centricity, Cerner,Allscripts
  • Attention to Detail
  • Medical Terminology
  • Team Collaboration
  • PACS/RIS
  • Documentation
  • Patient-Focused Care
  • Patient Scheduling/Screening
  • Analytical Decision-Making Skills
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Specimens Collection and Processing
  • Advanced Radiology Knowledge
  • Communicating With Patient Families
  • Knowledgeable in computing software and web based applications (eg, Microsoft Office products and internet browsers)

Timeline

CT Technologist

Womack Army Medical Center
09.2015 - 03.2023

CT Technologist

Central Harnett Hospital
01.2013 - 03.2018

CT Technologist

Associated Urologist of North Carolina
06.2011 - Current

Radiologic Technologist

WakeMed Health/Pediatric Urgent Care
09.2003 - 05.2017

Radiologic Technologist

Good Hope Hospital
05.1998 - 09.2003

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management

University of Mount Olive

Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Science

Johnston Community College
Dawn Champion-Arnold