Jamie Hagedorn

• Operated MRI equipment to perform diagnostic imaging procedures efficiently.
• Ensured patient safety and comfort during imaging examinations.
• Collaborated with radiologists to interpret images and discuss findings.
• Maintained MRI equipment, troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime.
• Trained and mentored junior technologists in best practices and protocols.
• Contributed to positive team dynamics by working closely with colleagues, sharing knowledge and expertise for improved patient outcomes.
• Reduced patient anxiety with effective communication and by explaining procedures thoroughly before beginning.

• Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation
• Continually maintained and improved company's reputation and positive image in markets served
• Investigated, provided and submitted information to Quality Department about special incidents, events and complaints
• Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to ensure client satisfaction and compliance with set standards
• Trained new staff technologist
• Communicated with referring offices in order to obtain correct RX and ensure procedure matched DX codes
• ACR QA
• Department ordering
• Maintained equipment and ensure logs of services were up to date
• IV access for contrast media
• Safely scan patients with MR conditional implants

• Managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items like contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals
• Reviewed physicians’ orders to determine patients’ medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images
• Educated patients on procedures and helped minimize anxiety when enhancing cooperation
• Carefully reviewed test results for accuracy
• ACR accreditation
• Daily QC
• Facilitate and handle all MR service and maintain accurate service logs
• Screen all patients to maintain a safe environment for all patients
• Perform routine x-rays when time permits
• Actively cross train in Cat scan in preparation for application to the CT registry

• Managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items like contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals
• Reviewed physicians’ orders to determine patients’ medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images
• Educated patients on procedures and helped minimize anxiety when enhancing cooperation
• Carefully reviewed test results for accuracy
• ACR accreditation
• Daily QC
• Facilitate and handle all MR service and maintain accurate service logs
• Screen all patients to maintain a safe environment for all patients
• Perform routine x-rays when time permits
• Actively cross train in Cat scan in preparation for application to the CT registry

 Deliver diagnostic imaging for a busy multi-doctor orthopedic clinic. Deliver quality diagnostic imaging utilizing DR x-ray and a .32T Esaote dedicated extremity magnet. Maintain ACR accreditation for the .32T magnet following the guidelines of ACR for MSK. Work with satellite offices for scheduling needs and MR insurance approvals. Provide excellent patient care for repeat business.

• QC logs
• Facilitate and maintain ACR accreditation for MSK
• Initiate all service calls and maintenance
• ALARA
• Good rapport and relationships with vendors and application support techs assign to my location
• Ordering MR and X-ray supplies not limited to include contrast , linens, lead, sponges, syringes etc

• Work along side physicist for annual testing of our extremity MR unit
• Effectively communicate with co-workers to create a positive and stress free workplace

• Cross training in MRI inanticipationfor the MRI registry after 1 year of hands on experience
• offsite training on a 1T open Phillips & 1.5T Phillips Achieva
• Prepare and educate patients before scan
• Work in collaboration with physicians
• Utilize and further my knowledge of cross sectional anatomy
• Provide excellent patient care
• maintain efficiency and help with walk in patients for routine x-rays as well as DEXA scans

• Rotated daily in the various Radiology departments, such as Surgery/C-arm, Outpatient, Endoscopy, Pain Clinic, and the Emergency Room
  
• Perform routine and specialized x-ray exams including but not limited to Fluoroscopic Procedures (UpperGI, Small Bowel Series, Myelograms, ERCP, Arthrograms, etc)
  
• Experienced with using CR & DR equipment
• Provide portable x-rays to house patients and post procedure patients in our intensive care units and post anesthesia unit
• utilize EPIC and PACS hospital software with ease
• provide excellent patient care and radiation safety
  
• Assist physicians
  
• on the spot creative thinking to adjust to various challenging scenarios that the hospital setting often encounters