Heather Reese

• Interview and engage patients to obtain medical history, chief complaint, and obtain vital signs.
• Document relevant notes in the patient's chart for their visit.
• Assist with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for POCT and laboratory analysis.
• Prepare, clean, and restock patient rooms.
• Administer rapid tests for COVID, flu, mono, and strep to assist the provider in diagnosis.
• Perform X-rays as ordered by the provider.

• Interview and engage patients to obtain medical history, chief complaint, and obtain vital signs.
• Document relevant notes during the patient's visit.
• Assist with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for rapid and laboratory analysis.
• Prepare treatment rooms for patients by cleaning and restocking supplies.
• Administer rapid tests for COVID, flu, mono, and strep to help the provider diagnose.
• Perform X-rays as ordered by the provider.

• Sacred Heart Hospital combined with Memorial Hospital to become Western MD Health Systems. Continued duties as a board-certified MRI Technologist, including MRI, MRA, and MRV work.
• Responsible for starting and maintaining IVs and administering Gadolinium.
• Provided instruction to patients regarding positioning for optimal imaging results.
• Provided technical guidance and support to other staff members when needed.
• Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations pertaining to confidentiality of patient information.
• Participated in continuing education activities related to MRI technology and advancements.
• Ensured that all necessary supplies were readily available for successful completion of the scan.

• Outpatient facility, responsible for screening patients and dressing them appropriately for the MRI environment.

Responsible for starting and maintaining IVs along with Gadolinium administration.

• Provided instruction to patients regarding positioning for optimal imaging results.
• Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations pertaining to confidentiality of patient information.
• Collaborated closely with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals throughout the duration of each procedure.
• Participated in continuing education activities related to MRI technology and advancements.
• Ensured that all necessary supplies were readily available for successful completion of the scan.
• Conducted routine maintenance on MRI equipment such as cleaning, testing, calibrating.
• Reviewed images to detect any anomalies or irregularities that may require further action by a physician or radiologist.
• Assessed patient condition prior to MRI scan and monitored vital signs during procedure.
• Performed MRI scans of patients utilizing advanced imaging techniques.
• Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.

• Started out as a film file clerk until I graduated Radiologic Technology school, then worked full-time hours as a PRN technologist until May 2000.
• Performed radiographic exams on patients of all ages in accordance with established protocols.
• Provided patient education and instructions prior to radiographic procedures.
• Set up rooms for specific procedures according to protocol requirements.
• Evaluated images for technical quality and consistency with physician orders.
• Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Verified patient information, including name, medical record number, and date of birth, prior to performing any procedure or examination.
• Provided support services as needed including stocking supplies, cleaning rooms, changing bedding.
• Operated X-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated body parts for diagnostic purposes.
• Demonstrated strong communication skills while interacting with patients and families throughout the entire process.
• Utilized radiation safety techniques to protect the patient, staff, and self from radiation exposure.