Heather Robertson
Crittenden,KY
Summary
Patient-oriented radiologic technologist offering over 9 years of experience in stationary and mobile diagnostic imaging to healthcare organizations. Well-versed in all aspects of radiologic technology, including taking high-quality diagnostic images, comforting patients and maintaining equipment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
Mercy Anderson Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
07.2015 - Current
- Utilized mobile imaging and x-ray equipment in trauma centers, operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patient bedsides.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to new developments in Radiologic Technology field.
- Reviewed medical histories and prepared patients for exams by positioning them appropriately on the exam table.
- Reported any unusual findings observed during radiographic examinations immediately to the supervising physician.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to radiation safety protocols and guidelines.
- Monitored patient's condition during radiologic procedures in order to maintain comfort level throughout the process.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members such as nurses and physicians to provide excellent patient care services.
- Processed digital images using PACS system for storage, retrieval and transmission purposes.
- Delivered comprehensive training to students and new technologists on equipment, imaging processing, patient relations and best practices.
- Generated precise images of target body areas to aid physicians in diagnosing patients' issues.
- Offered assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured and disabled patients.
Student Radiologic Technologist
University Of Cincinnati Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
05.2014 - 07.2015
- Utilized computer systems such as PACS and RIS for ordering tests, entering data.
- Evaluated images for accuracy before releasing them for interpretation.
- Protected confidential information according to HIPAA regulations.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to radiology technology.
- Maintained radiation safety measures for patients and staff.
- Instructed patients regarding positioning for various examinations.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Performed quality patient care while adhering to safety protocols.
- Operated X-ray equipment to produce diagnostic images of the body.
- Reduced exposure to radiation using beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding techniques.
- Reset examination rooms between appointments by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Offered assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured and disabled patients.
- Utilized mobile imaging and x-ray equipment in trauma centers, operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patient bedsides.
Education
Bachelors of Health Science - Radiology
Northern Kentucky University
Newport, KY05-2016
Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology -
Northern Kentucky University
Newport, KY05-2015
Skills
- Radiologic Imaging
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Patient shielding techniques
- Equipment Maintenance
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient Safety
- Radiation safety
- Direct Patient Care
- Emergency Response
- Patient Positioning
- Image interpretation
Certification
- CPR certified
- Radiologic Technologist license through ARRT
- ODH license
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
Mercy Anderson Hospital
07.2015 - Current
Student Radiologic Technologist
University Of Cincinnati Hospital
05.2014 - 07.2015
Bachelors of Health Science - Radiology
Northern Kentucky University
Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology -
Northern Kentucky University
- CPR certified
- Radiologic Technologist license through ARRT
- ODH license
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