Isaura Almanza

Angio Technologist

Endeavor Health

Evanston, IL

12.2019 - Current

Assist the physician with neuro intervention procedures such as stroke, cerebral angiography, spinal arteriography, embolization, stent placement, and kyphoplasty.
Assist the interventional radiologist with procedures like artery and vein embolization, atherectomy, TIPS, Y-90, UFE, abdominal, pelvic, and peripheral angiogram.
Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and efficient care during interventional radiology procedures.
Reduced procedure times by creating a book with each physician's preference and having exactly what is needed for the procedure in the room.
Provided ongoing support to physicians, nurses, and other medical staff for optimal patient care during interventional radiology procedures.
Scrubbed procedures with physicians, displaying strong efficiency and knowledge of all medical devices for procedures, contributed to the reduction of complications by meticulously following sterile technique guidelines during invasive procedures.
Advanced department efficiency with timely completion of documentation for patient records, procedural reports, and billing information.
Enhanced staff competency through active involvement in training new technologists on department protocols and equipment usage.
Boosted workplace morale with excellent communication skills, fostering a positive environment among team members.
Promoted a culture of safety by actively participating in regular departmental safety meetings and implementing best practices.
Elevated patient trust and confidence by addressing concerns, answering questions, and providing clear explanations of procedures before, during, and after exams.
Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
Supported radiologists in performing high-quality interventional procedures.
Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.