GIANNINA FINOCCHIO
Hendersonville,TN
Summary
Highly skilled Radiology Technologist II with 38 years of imaging experience, 25 years of service dedicated to Boston Children's Hospital. Registered and licensed in Radiography and Computed Tomography, professional and clear communicator of vast applications related to quality imaging and safety practices. Exhibiting collaborative team efforts and strong work ethic, always committed to empathetic and compassionate care giving.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Radiologic Technologist R.T.(R)(CT)
Mass General Brigham And Women's Salem Hospital
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine imaging and performed high quality exams in busy orthopedic office, DR and U-arm imaging rooms
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients, applied interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety during pre and post operative imaging
- Collaborated with wider healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care
- Assisted in opening new Digital Radiography room, Fuji Super User trained to program coding and technical factors for proper imaging practice
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures
- Efficient user of EPIC charting systems
- Held full time position in company working split shifts in orthopedic office and family practice, while being available to fill other MGBWS offices
CT Technologist R.T.(R)(CT)
Mass General Chelsea Imaging Center
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Efficiently Performed High quality Computed Tomography exams in busy out patient center, well practiced in phlebotomy and IV supported contrast media power injectors
- Monitored patient's well-being during exams and provided comfort and empathetic care always
- Communicated with physicians, nurses, and team members concerning patient's status, diagnosis, and related information
- Recognized for reporting urgent findings to radiologist and facilitating transfer to hospital for emergency care
- Learned Philips scanner and mastered MGH protocols quickly and proficiently on part-time schedule, always working more than base hours assisting staffing shortage
- Complied with department and hospital radiation and safety standards
- Calibrated, maintained, and trouble shot CT equipment to minimize downtime
- Efficient user of EPIC charting systems
CT Technologist R.T.(R)(CT)
Holy Family Hospital
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Working independently in single CT scan room hospital to maintain quality assurance during extremely busy ER on STROKE ALERT 24-7, while coordinating inpatient and outpatient schedules
- 25 years experienced on GE multi detector scanning systems
- Focused on increasing patient satisfaction and care, developing efficient protocol and communication with other departments to create a more organized patient flow
- Identifying procedure thoroughly conducted with each case, verifying patient identity and exam prescribed
- Attentive in reviewing physicians' orders to determine correct imaging needs while carefully assisting patient with imaging process
- Always following radiation protection (ALARA) guidelines and infection control standards, ensuring safety of all patients
- Efficient operations of DR, PACS, Meditech, and Allocade systems
Radiologic Technologist R.T.(R)(CT)
Boston Children's Hospital
02.1993 - 01.2019
- Radiographic imaging specializing in adult and pediatric level 1 trauma, all portable imaging, fluoroscopy, operating room C-ARM and inpatient/ outpatient care
- Executes only high standard of quality control protocol while working independently or filling lead position
- Asked by department heads to train in CT during third year of service having moved to day shift, continued 15 years of independent CT scanning on over nights, informing all new residents and fellows of site pediatric protocols
- Minimizes patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding technique
- Educating and facilitating physicians and students in training with detailed pediatric procedure in radiologic, fluoroscopic and CT exams
- Began full time 3p-11p staying over time 11p-7a to help with last minute shift coverage 3x + wkly
- Ever changing schedule to accommodate department needs, always remaining in full time employment status, working over time, call, and weekend.... 8, 10, 12, and 16 hour shifts
Radiologic and Mammography Technologist
Hospitals, Temp Services, And Private Practices
07.1985 - 01.1993
- Begun first 8 years of amazing health care work as Diagnostic X-ray and Mammography Technologist, working in hospital departments, private practices, and urgent cares throughout Greater Boston and Southern California
- Worked well over 50 hour weeks assisting multiple sites through staffing shortage existing during this period in time, all shifts week days and weekends, covering holiday and call rotations
- Always able to attain imaging proficiency on all brands of equipment, old and new, in short time frame
- Brought eagerness to help departments regain positive moral in stressed and exhausted work environments
- Contributed excellence in empathetic and compassionate care toward patients and their families
Education
Associate of Science - Diagnostic Radiologic Technology
Mass Bay Community College
Wellesley, MA07.1985
Certification
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, (R)(CT) #201457
Massachusetts Radiologic Technology, (R)(CT) #06118
AHA/BLS eCard Code 205501369410
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist R.T.(R)(CT)
Mass General Brigham And Women's Salem Hospital
07.2022 - 08.2023
CT Technologist R.T.(R)(CT)
Mass General Chelsea Imaging Center
07.2021 - 08.2023
CT Technologist R.T.(R)(CT)
Holy Family Hospital
08.2019 - 04.2021
Radiologic Technologist R.T.(R)(CT)
Boston Children's Hospital
02.1993 - 01.2019
Radiologic and Mammography Technologist
Hospitals, Temp Services, And Private Practices
07.1985 - 01.1993
Associate of Science - Diagnostic Radiologic Technology
Mass Bay Community College
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