Emily Royster
Greensburg,LA
Summary
Enthusiastic Radiologic Technologist eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Interventional and Diagnostic procedures with training in scrubbing with physicians. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Radiology.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interventional Radiologic Technologist
Renown Regional Medical Center
Reno, NV
10.2021 - Current
- Scrub/Circulate Diagnostic and Interventional Neuro, Body and Vascular procedures.
- Review physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Prepare and administer contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Apply and position equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Create images using fluoroscopy, Siemens and Phillips to help physicians assess and diagnose patients.
- Process, label and organize diagnostic images to match with patient records.
Interventional Radiologic Technologist
Ochsner LSU Health
Shreveport, LA
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, for imaging procedures.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Monitored patients for signs of adverse reactions or other abnormalities of significance.
Interventional Radiology Technologist
Methodist Dallas Medical Center
Dallas, TX
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients, establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Captured images using fluoroscopy and Ultrasound
- Anticipated physician's needs and handed instruments and supplies to physician's during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to physician's preferences or instruction.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Interventional Radiology Staff Technologist
U Of L Health Medical Center
Louisville, KY
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Adhered closely to quality standards in processing and labeling of diagnostic images, updating patient profiles with relevant information.
- Handled confidential information in compliance with hospital policies, including HIPAA.
- Created images using fluoroscopy, to help physicians assess, diagnose and treat patients.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Collected and prepared medical specimens.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to physician's preferences or instruction.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Anticipated physicians' needs and handed instruments and supplies to physicians during procedures.
- Provided scrubbing assistance and support to physicians during various vascular neurology and trauma interventional procedures.
Travel Radiographer
OU Medical Center
Oklahoma City, OK
11.2019 - 05.2020
- Created images using fluoroscopy, OEC9800/9900 and Ziehm C-Arms assist in surgical cases
- Processed, labeled and organized images to match patient records
- Adhered closely to quality standards of processing and labeling images
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine imaging needs prior to exams
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides
- Handled confidential information in compliance with hospital policies, including HIPAA.
Travel Radiographer
UR Medicine Urgent Care
Rochester, NY
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture and produce diagnostic images
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation
- Handled confidential information in compliance with hospital policies, including HIPAA
- Prepared urine and sputum lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment
Travel Radiographer
Melrose-Wakefield Medical Center
Melrose, MA
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, and produce diagnostic images
- Captured images using mobile equipment in emergency rooms and patients' bedsides
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation by application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients, establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation
- Handled confidential information in compliance with hospital policies, including HIPAA
Travel Radiographer
Charlton Methodist Medical Center
Dallas, TX
11.2018 - 12.2018
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match patient records
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with proper positioning and shielding techniques
- Captured images using mobile equipment in , emergency rooms and patients' bedsides
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients, establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation
- Handled confidential information in compliance with hospital policies, including HIPAA
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow
Travel Radiographer
Conroe Regional Medical Center
Conroe, TX
07.2018 - 11.2018
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture and produce diagnostic images
- Used patient positioning and shielding techniques to minimize patients' exposure to radiation
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation
Travel Radiographer
St. Mary's & Elizabeth Hospital
Louisville, KY
03.2018 - 07.2018
- Completed x-rays safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
- Assisted doctor during procedures, helping to run machinery and keep patients comfortable and still.
- Operated diagnostic equipment such as radiographic equipment
- Documented patient histories and updated charts with current information.
Staff Vascular/X-Ray Technologist
University Medical Center New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Provided quality imaging during Invasive procedures for Interventional, Cardiology, Electrophysiology, Neurology and Vascular procedures
- Assisted physicians with additional equipment needed during cases i.e. FFR, IVUS, IABP
- Maintained cardiac supply inventory and supplies
- Provided patient education
- Managed and archive images in RIS/Centricity
Staff Radiologic Technologist
West Jefferson Medical Center
Marrero, LA
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided quality patient care
- Obtained quality images used for diagnosis and treatment of patients using stationary and portable digital equipment
- Assisted in fluoroscopic procedures
- Documented patient history
Staff Radiologic Technologist
Ochsner Medical Center
Jefferson, LA
03.2016 - 11.2016
- Provided quality patient care
- Obtained quality images used for diagnosis and treatment of patients using stationary and portable digital equipment
- Assisted in fluoroscopic procedures
- Obtained images during surgical procedures using c-arm
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiography
York College of Pennsylvania
2015
Certificate - Radiography
WellSpan Health Radiography Program
2015
Skills
- Professional bedside manner
- Organized, flexible, willing to take initiative
- Excellent communication skills
- Epic, Cerner, Meditech proficient
- Patient-focused care
- Highly motivated team player
- Utilize critical thinking skills and work well under pressure
- Proficient in PACS/RIS
Certification
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
BLS - Basic Life Support AHA Healthcare Provider CPR Certification
ARRT Registered
State Radiography Licenses:
Louisiana
Nevada
New York
South Carolina
Texas
Timeline
Interventional Radiologic Technologist
Renown Regional Medical Center
10.2021 - Current
Interventional Radiologic Technologist
Ochsner LSU Health
06.2021 - 09.2021
Interventional Radiology Technologist
Methodist Dallas Medical Center
03.2021 - 05.2021
Interventional Radiology Staff Technologist
U Of L Health Medical Center
07.2020 - 03.2021
Travel Radiographer
OU Medical Center
11.2019 - 05.2020
Travel Radiographer
UR Medicine Urgent Care
06.2019 - 09.2019
Travel Radiographer
Melrose-Wakefield Medical Center
03.2019 - 06.2019
Travel Radiographer
Charlton Methodist Medical Center
11.2018 - 12.2018
Travel Radiographer
Conroe Regional Medical Center
07.2018 - 11.2018
Travel Radiographer
St. Mary's & Elizabeth Hospital
03.2018 - 07.2018
Staff Vascular/X-Ray Technologist
University Medical Center New Orleans
06.2017 - 01.2018
Staff Radiologic Technologist
West Jefferson Medical Center
09.2016 - 05.2017
Staff Radiologic Technologist
Ochsner Medical Center
03.2016 - 11.2016
Bachelor of Science - Radiography
York College of Pennsylvania
Certificate - Radiography
WellSpan Health Radiography Program
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