Heidi Miller
Oceanside,CA
Summary
Hard-working professional with 20+ years of experience and a proven knowledge of mammography, fluoroscopy bone densitometry, scrub tech, circulator, post angio processing including 3D to PACS and OR imaging. Aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill the open imaging position. Knowledgeable Rad/Mammo/IR Technologist adept at completing exams with speed and accuracy to handle heavy daily workloads in fast-paced environments. Highly organized and detail-oriented professional bringing 20+ years of experience in the field. Focused on providing patients with high-quality and compassionate care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mammography Technologist
Imaging Healthcare Specialists
San Diego, CA
01.2021 - Current
- Ensured patients' safety and comfort during and after exam.
- Demonstrated positive attitude and strong customer service skills.
- Explained procedures in compassionate and sensitive manner.
- Demonstrated commitment of personal and professional development and pursued appropriate continuing education
- Maintained patient confidentiality and maintained respect for privacy standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of equipment, monitoring inventory and stocking scan room.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
Staff Radiologic Technologist
Valley Radiology
Escondido, CA
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Prepared and positioned patients for diagnostic imaging tests.
- Performed routine and special radiographic examinations.
- Implemented radiation protection and safety protocols and standards.
- Utilized universal precaution techniques as well as safety techniques specific to patient's status.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
Travel Radiologic Technologist
So Cal Surgical Imaging
San Diego, CA
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Traveled to numerous outpatient facilities performing fluoroscopic and portable exams utilizing sterile/surgical technique and universal precautions
- Documented pt. fluoroscopy time and performed necessary QA for maintenance of equipment.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
Mammography Technologist
TriCity Medical Center-Womens Diagnostic Pavillion
Oceanside, CA
01.2015 - 08.2018
- Maintained efficiency in Patient Care and workflow through department.
- Explained exams to patients to gain cooperation, understanding and alleviate apprehension.
- Performed diagnostic and screening breast mammograms.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
Interventional Radiology Technologist
Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
Encinitas, CA
01.2007 - 04.2014
- Developed rapport with staff and physicians to instill confidence.
- Practiced sterile techniques and prevented cross-contamination to patients.
- Implemented radiation protection and safety protocols and standards.
- Protected patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols
- Provided pre-procedure screening, preparation and education for patients undergoing interventional procedures
- Provided quality care in compassionate and professional manner.
- Utilized equipment and supplies in safe, responsible manner.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
Lead Clinical Coordinator/Radiologic Technologist
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
La Jolla, CA
10.2001 - 01.2007
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Clinical liason between students and Pima Xray program ensuring standards were met and prerequisites obtained in accordance with program.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA06.1992
Skills
- Ability To Communicate Effectively
- Quality Patient Care
- Vascular Procedures
- Interventional Radiology
- Angiography
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Radiation Safety Protocols
Certification
ARRT Radiography
ARRT Mammography
CRT Fluoroscopy
CRT Radiologic Technology
CRT Mammography Technology
Timeline
Mammography Technologist
Imaging Healthcare Specialists
01.2021 - Current
Staff Radiologic Technologist
Valley Radiology
07.2019 - 01.2020
Travel Radiologic Technologist
So Cal Surgical Imaging
01.2018 - 03.2019
Mammography Technologist
TriCity Medical Center-Womens Diagnostic Pavillion
01.2015 - 08.2018
Interventional Radiology Technologist
Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
01.2007 - 04.2014
Lead Clinical Coordinator/Radiologic Technologist
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
10.2001 - 01.2007
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Santa Barbara City College
ARRT Radiography
ARRT Mammography
CRT Fluoroscopy
CRT Radiologic Technology
CRT Mammography Technology
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