Haley Oberg
Austin,TX
Summary
. Detail-oriented Radiographic Technologist bringing years of experience to any team. Well versed in radiation safety, radiation protection, and basic patient care. Successful in improving resource utilization, workflow, and team collaboration. Varied experiences in all areas of an imaging department, as well as broad experience with different machinery brands and types.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiographic Technologist
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth
Fort Worth, Texas
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Operated imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
- Assisted radiologists and physicians with procedures as needed.
- Reviewed films for accuracy and quality assurance purposes before submitting them to radiologists for interpretation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members during patient care activities.
- Followed safety protocol when handling radiation equipment and materials.
- Helped patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining steps and answering questions.
Radiographic Technologist
St. David's North Austin Medical Center
Austin, Texas
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Operated imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
- Provided instruction to patients regarding positioning and other aspects of the procedure, as necessary.
- Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology related to radiology procedures.
- Performed radiographic examinations on patients in accordance with medical orders.
Radiographic Technologist
John Peter Smith Hospital
Fort Worth, TX
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Verified type of radiology procedure prior to exams using HIPAA guidelines for two identifiers.
- Accessed patient information through various software applications, maintaining strict confidentiality to remain compliant with HIPAA regulations.
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
Radiographic Technologist
Oregon Health & Sciences University Hospital
Portland, Oregon , OR
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Enhanced work of trauma
- team by cross-training in multiple functions to give optimal support and patient care.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Analyzed patient chart data and identification to verify accurate information.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Radiation Safety Officer
Pain Specialists of America
Austin, TX
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Trained, mentored and precepted new employees on procedures, best practices and hospital policies.
- Complied with safety standards to minimize radiation exposure to workers and patients.
- Utilized safe practices in alignment with company safety program and policies.
- Calculated, measured and recorded radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used and discarded.
- Designed and instituted new processes and standards for outpatient and inpatient diagnostic exams to achieve and exceed department goals.
Radiologic Technologist
Seton Medical Center Austin
Austin, TX
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Fostered relationships with patients to minimize patient anxiety and distress, and enhance cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to assess patients' medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture diagnostic images, including fluoroscopy, x-ray, orthopedic, and outpatient exams.
- Reviewed diagnostic images' quality and filed diagnostic images in appropriate patient records.
- Reduced exposure to radiation using beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding techniques.
- Oversaw day-to-day department operations, including scheduling, patient coordination, inventory management and department and equipment maintenance.
- Delivered comprehensive training to students and new technologists on equipment, imaging processing, patient relations, and best practices.
X-Ray Student
Radiography Clinicals
Nacogdoches, TX
- Positioned patients properly for scans and procedures, calmly giving instructions on when to stay still to optimize scans.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient and medical record confidentiality.
- Maintained imaging equipment, assessing for issues and proper functionality after each use, troubleshooting concerns and escalating major issues to maintenance staff.
- Offered assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured and disabled patients.
Education
Associates of Applied Sciences - Radiologic Technologies
Angelina College
High School Diploma -
Plano West Senior High
Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Machinery Knowledge - GE, Siemens, Fuji, CR, Carestream, AGFA, Philips
- C-arm
- O-arm
- PACS
- Positioning
- Spanish- Medical and Conversational
- Teaching
- Time Management
- Health education
- Radiology
- Quality control
- Patient safety
- Diagnostic imaging
- People skills
- Work ethic
Languages
Spanish: Conversational
English: Native
Timeline
Radiographic Technologist
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth
04.2024 - 07.2024
Radiographic Technologist
St. David's North Austin Medical Center
12.2023 - 03.2024
Radiographic Technologist
John Peter Smith Hospital
04.2023 - 07.2023
Radiographic Technologist
Oregon Health & Sciences University Hospital
09.2022 - 04.2023
Radiation Safety Officer
Pain Specialists of America
08.2021 - 03.2023
Radiologic Technologist
Seton Medical Center Austin
08.2019 - 08.2021
X-Ray Student
Radiography Clinicals
Associates of Applied Sciences - Radiologic Technologies
Angelina College
High School Diploma -
Plano West Senior High
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