Driven dispatcher who has proven adaptability and stress tolerance demonstrated at Greeneville Energy Authority, where I manage high-stress dispatch situations on outages and train new employees. Showcases being highly organized with strong organizational skills and a commitment to excellence. Dependable and good at multi tasking.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Dispatcher
Greeneville Energy Authority
07.2003 - Current
Manages high-stress situations calmly and effectively, ensuring timely assistance to those in need during outages.
Communicates with crews to coordinate location of outages on the phone and radio.
Has experience with using maps within the company and keeping up with the locations of the crews.
Collaborates with fellow dispatchers to maintain a seamless workflow during shift changes.
Currently doing the dispatch work calendar on Excel for dispatchers shifts.
Provides customer service to callers, remaining empathetic and patient about customers bills after hours.
Helps train new dispatchers on company protocols and sets up their new accounts on IVUE, the map, and scheduler.
Reduces errors in dispatch by implementing a thorough double-check system for all entries.
Calls customers about orders that have been laying on the service desk for over 30 days and follows up on electrical permits.
Works well with fellow employees.
Radiologic Technologist
Hawkins County Memorial Hospital/Orthopedic Clinic
07.2007 - 05.2010
Worked in both the hospital setting and an orthopedic clinic.
Worked directly with orthopedic surgeon and helped take blood pressures and patient history.
Met established protocols for safe X-ray equipment and computed tomography (CT).
Assisted radiologists with various interventional procedures, ensuring smooth operations and optimal outcomes for patients.
Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
Safeguarded patient privacy, consistently adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining strict confidentiality in all aspects of clinical practice.
Increased diagnostic accuracy with thorough knowledge of imaging protocols and proper positioning techniques.
Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
Radiology Technologist
Laughlin Memorial Hospital
03.2005 - 05.2007
Worked as a student radiology technician while still attending college for my degreee.
Met established protocols for safe X-ray equipment and computed tomography (CT).
Assisted radiologists with various interventional procedures, ensuring smooth operations and optimal outcomes for patients.
Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
Safeguarded patient privacy, consistently adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining strict confidentiality in all aspects of clinical practice.
Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
Cashier/Sales Associate
Goody's Clothing Store
01.2003 - 07.2003
Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions.
Restocked and organized merchandise on sales floor.
Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Technology
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN
05.2007
Associate of Science -
Walters State Community College
Morristown, TN
05.2005
High School Diploma -
West Greene High School
Mosheim, TN
05.2003
Skills
Calculator
Microsoft Office
Adaptability, Flexibility, and Reliability
Computer Literate
Stress Tolerance
Prioritizing calls
Schedule Management
Customer Service (Worked at Main Office Some at GEA)
Multitasking Abilities
Effective Communications
Organizational Skills
Quick Learner
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
Hawkins County Memorial Hospital/Orthopedic Clinic
Provincial Administrator at EWSETA (Energy & Water Sector Education and Training Authority)Provincial Administrator at EWSETA (Energy & Water Sector Education and Training Authority)