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Douglas Dixon RT(R)(VI)

Corvallis,OR

Summary

Accomplished Lead Interventional Technologist with a proven track record at Advanced Vascular Centers - Eugene, adept in hardware maintenance and fostering team productivity. Spearheaded AVC OBL launch, significantly reducing operational costs through strategic system improvements. Excelled in patient instruction, patient care, and ensuring high satisfaction levels. Demonstrated expertise in managing complex angiographic procedures and enhancing radiology technology operations.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Interventional Technologist

Advanced Vascular Centers -Eugene
03.2022 - Current

Helped plan, implement, and open AVC OBL as lead

technologist. From construction through current day.


  • Mentored junior team members to enhance their technical skills and improve overall team productivity.
  • Reduced downtime for critical systems through proactive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
  • Conducted comprehensive system analysis to identify areas for improvement, leading to more streamlined operations and reduced costs.
  • Managed large-scale technology projects from conception to completion, ensuring on-time delivery within budget constraints while opening OBL.

Interventional Radiology Staff Technologist III

University Of Colorado Health - Northern Colorado
06.2016 - 11.2021

Staff Interventional Technologist in busy teaching facility.


  • Successfully managed various clinical responsibilities within a high-pressure environment, consistently delivering exceptional patient care and maintaining operational excellence.
  • Participated in quality assurance efforts, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective action plans as needed.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by maintaining accurate records of equipment maintenance, quality control data, and patient information.
  • Actively participated in interdisciplinary conferences, staying current on industry trends and emerging technologies within the field of interventional radiology.

Staff Interventional Technologist III

Western Connecticut Health Network- Danbury Hospital
07.2008 - 05.2016
  • Staff IR technologist in teaching facility with heavy call.
  • Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize team productivity.
  • Reduced downtime for critical systems through proactive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
  • Conducted comprehensive system analysis to identify areas for improvement, leading to more streamlined operations and reduced costs.

Staff Cardiac Cath/Interventional Radiology Technologist

PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center
03.2003 - 06.2008
  • SPR/Cardiac Cath lab technologist in large regional medical center.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on research projects to advance the field of interventional radiology technology.
  • Minimized disruptions to workflow through prompt troubleshooting of technical issues related to imaging equipment or software.
  • Elevated patient trust and confidence by addressing concerns, answering questions, and providing clear explanations of procedures before, during, and after exams.
  • Streamlined department operations by assisting in the development and implementation of new policies and procedures.

Staff CVIR/Interventional Technologist II

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
01.1998 - 07.2003
  • Staff CVIR Technologist in very busy regional medical center. Working alongside residents and fellows of Dartmouth Medical School, it was a career shaping experience for me at that point in my career.
  • Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
  • Responded sensitively and competently to service customers with diverse cultural backgrounds.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.

Staff SPR/Cardiac Cath Technologist

Peacehealth Sacred Heart Hospital
06.1992 - 11.1998
  • Staff technologist I in cardiac cath lab and interventional radiology sections.
  • Participated in team-building activities to foster teamwork and collaboration.
  • Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
  • Responded sensitively and competently to service customers with diverse cultural backgrounds.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
  • Greeted clients and guests and assisted with variety of questions to foster exceptional customer service.

Education

Associate of Science - Diagnostic Radiography

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
06.1992

Skills

  • Patient Instruction
  • Hardware maintenance
  • Machine Learning
  • Image evaluation
  • Scrub highly complex angiographic procedures
  • Run daily operations of OBL on the technical side, including inventory management, radiation safety, and equipment maintenance and logging

Hobbies

In my spare time, you can find me on the mountain bike trails all over Oregon, or paddling in my kayak on a warm summer day. Maybe a hike in the old growth, or a lazy day at the beach. I love to travel, I'll be the first one in the car for a road trip. 

Timeline

Lead Interventional Technologist

Advanced Vascular Centers -Eugene
03.2022 - Current

Interventional Radiology Staff Technologist III

University Of Colorado Health - Northern Colorado
06.2016 - 11.2021

Staff Interventional Technologist III

Western Connecticut Health Network- Danbury Hospital
07.2008 - 05.2016

Staff Cardiac Cath/Interventional Radiology Technologist

PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center
03.2003 - 06.2008

Staff CVIR/Interventional Technologist II

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
01.1998 - 07.2003

Staff SPR/Cardiac Cath Technologist

Peacehealth Sacred Heart Hospital
06.1992 - 11.1998

Associate of Science - Diagnostic Radiography

University of Florida
Douglas Dixon RT(R)(VI)