Ernest Smith Jr.
Washington,DC
Summary
I have been a Registered Technologist since 1981 in medical radiography, also registered in the fields of MRI and C.T.
Currently studying and preparing for the PACS CIIP exam for certification as a PACS Administrator.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiology Technologist / C.T. Technologist
B-Square Consulting / V.A. Medical Center
Washington, DC
03.2016 - Current
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation. Operate Seimens 128 Slice C.T. scanner,performing various neuro, chest, body C.T. scans. Six years experience using Mekesson PACS system.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
Multi Modality Radiology Technologist, MRI/C.T.
Howard University Hospital
Washington, DC
01.2013 - 03.2016
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Helped patients into proper positions for procedures and provided instructions on remaining still for duration of each scan.
- Checked imaging equipment after every use to verify proper functioning.
- Interpreted data and offered personalized recommendations for patient care. Administer oral and I.V contrast for C.T. and MRI Exams.
- Used RIS and Fuji PACS systems.
C.T. Supervisor/MRI Technologist
Kaiser Permanente
Fairfax, Va., Largo, Maryland, Maryland
04.2007 - 03.2013
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Training staff in the use of G.E. 64 slice scanner.
Education
No Degree - PACS Administrator Training, September 2021
MTMI
Milwaukee, WIAssociate of Arts - Medical Radiography
University of The District of Columbia
Washington, DC12.1980
Skills
- EMR / EHR
- Diagnostic imaging services
- Staff education
- Patient education
- Community outreach
Timeline
Radiology Technologist / C.T. Technologist
B-Square Consulting / V.A. Medical Center
03.2016 - Current
Multi Modality Radiology Technologist, MRI/C.T.
Howard University Hospital
01.2013 - 03.2016
C.T. Supervisor/MRI Technologist
Kaiser Permanente
04.2007 - 03.2013
No Degree - PACS Administrator Training, September 2021
MTMI
Associate of Arts - Medical Radiography
University of The District of Columbia
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