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James Kevin Tims

Crestview,FL

Summary

Completed a military career at Eglin AFB, as NCOIC of the ultrasound department, Patient-focused sonographer with 28 years of experience operating cutting-edge imaging and diagnostic instrumentation. Clear communicator with clarity in assessing physician needs, patient physical position, administration of varying medications and recommendations for post-scan care considerations. Adept at performing a wide array of tests. Seeking a position that offers new challenges in the career I love.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Sonographer

North Okaloosa Medical Center
05.2003 - Current
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
  • Processed, labeled, and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
  • Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
  • Performed a monthly average of 400 x-ray exams and 127 ultrasound exams for past 20 years.

Radiology Technologist

North Okaloosa Medical Center
05.2003 - Current
  • Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
  • Monitored and adjusted imaging equipment for optimal quality standards.

NCOIC Diagnostic Imaging Flight, 96th Medical Gp

USAF
04.2000 - 01.2002
  • Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
  • Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
  • Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
  • Directed daily operations of 25 person department

Education

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Florida Institute of Ultrasound
Pensacola, FL
12.1995

Associate of Science - Radiology

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
06.1995

Skills

Performed an average of 400 radiographs and 127 ultrasound exams per month

Explained exams to patients

Evaluated anatomy for abnormalities and reported findings to radiologist

Assisted radiologist with biopsies and procedures

Certification

  • RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Ob/Gyn}
  • RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist
  • ARRT {R}
  • BLS (Feb 2023)


Timeline

Sonographer

North Okaloosa Medical Center
05.2003 - Current

Radiology Technologist

North Okaloosa Medical Center
05.2003 - Current

NCOIC Diagnostic Imaging Flight, 96th Medical Gp

USAF
04.2000 - 01.2002

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Florida Institute of Ultrasound

Associate of Science - Radiology

Community College of The Air Force

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