DUANE ALSTON
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Radiology support professional focused on patient transport, verification, and exam room preparation in fast-paced imaging settings. Maintains infection control standards, supports technologists in CT, X-ray, and MRI workflows, and helps keep PACS and Epic processes organized for safe, efficient patient care.
Overview
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Language
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4
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiology Assistant CT
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
07.2023 - 04.2026
- Supported smooth operation of office equipment through routine maintenance tasks.
- Coordinated logistics and attendee communication for company events to ensure successful execution.
- Entered data accurately into software systems for recordkeeping.
- Stayed current on company products and services to help clients effectively.
- Assisted radiology patients with preparation, positioning, and exam instructions in the hospital imaging department.
- Prepared imaging rooms, cleaned equipment, and maintained infection control standards.
- Verified patient identity, exam orders, and consent forms before procedures.
- Monitored patient comfort and relayed concerns to radiology staff to enhance patient experience.
- Assisted technologists in X-ray, CT, and MRI workflows to facilitate efficient radiology services.
- Transported patients between waiting areas, exam rooms, and recovery spaces.
- Operated a variety of equipment used for diagnostic imaging purposes.
- Sanitized examination rooms between patient visits to ensure safety. between patient visits according to infection control guidelines.
Patient Transporter
Grady Memorial Health System
Atlanta, Georgia
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Transported patients safely between Grady Memorial Health System units and departments.
- Assisted nurses with transfers of patients using wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds to ensure safe, timely transport.
- Verified patient identification before each transport assignment.
- Coordinated with care teams on transport requests and patient readiness to facilitate efficient patient flow.
- Followed all safety guidelines while transporting patients in a wheelchair or bed.
- Assisted nurses with patient transfers, using proper body mechanics and safety measures.
- Maintained cleanliness of transport vehicles and equipment.
- Gathered patient data from nursing staff prior to transport to ensure accurate transfer details. from nursing staff prior to transport.
- Educated patients on safe transfer techniques, which enhanced their comfort and safety during transport.
Shift Leader
RaceTrac
Fairburn, GA
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Directed RaceTrac shift operations, delegating daily tasks to enhance team productivity and service delivery.
- Conducted training sessions for new employees on company policies and procedures to ensure compliance and effective onboarding.
- Conducted performance reviews and provided constructive feedback to team members.
- Trained team members on guest service and store procedures
- Established quality control measures ensuring product and service excellence.
- Oversaw inventory management to align stock levels with demand and maintain operational efficiency.
- Handled cash register transactions and balanced drawer counts
- Organized and replenished shelves with merchandise to enhance product visibility. and maintained RaceTrac merchandising displays
- Assisted in training new employees on shift operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Langston Hughes High School
Fairburn, GA05-2023
Skills
- Radiology workflow
- Imaging room prep
- Patient transport
- Patient verification
- Patient scheduling
- Patient Care Coordination
- Workflow Management
- Workflow optimization
- PACS management
- Epic workflows
- Database Management
- Inventory Control
- Product Ordering
- Attention to detail
- Safety standards
- Equipment sanitation
- Record keeping
- Team Collaboration
- Task scheduling
- Patient reassurance
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Radiology Assistant CT
Grady Memorial Hospital
07.2023 - 04.2026
Patient Transporter
Grady Memorial Health System
01.2023 - 07.2023
Shift Leader
RaceTrac
09.2022 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Langston Hughes High School