Janessa Hernandez R.T.(R)(M)

• Performed breast imaging for screening and tomosynthesis exams.
• Instructed patients on proper positioning during mammographic examinations.
• Provided technical guidance to other mammographers in order to ensure quality standards were met.
• Maintained a safe work environment through regular inspections of equipment and adherence to safety protocols.
• Reviewed images for errors or inconsistencies before submitting them to the radiologist for interpretation.
• Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
• Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient and medical record confidentiality.
• Helped patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining steps and answering questions.
• Greeted patients with warm smile and promoted individual comfort throughout procedures and scans while being as discrete as possible.
• Fostered relationships with patients to minimize anxiety and distress and enhance cooperation.
• Positioned patients properly for scans and procedures, calmly giving instructions on when to stay still to optimize scans.
• Maintained imaging equipment, assessing for issues and proper functionality after each use, troubleshooting concerns and escalating major issues to maintenance staff.

• Routine X-ray, Fluoro, CT, Ultrasound, Bone Density, ER portables, MRI
• ARRT CERTIFIED

-Administered and prepared oral or injected contrast media to patients to improve visibility of tissues, blood vessels and organs.

-Described and explained procedures to patients and observed patients during procedures to determine comfort levels.

Reduced exposure to radiation using beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding techniques.

-Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.

-Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.

Delivered comprehensive training to students and new technologists on equipment, imaging processing, patient relations and best practices.

-Positioned patients and x-ray and CT equipment, and implemented beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure.

-Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.

-Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating and emergency rooms.

• ASCP PHLEBOTOMY CERTIFIED

-Properly stored and transported specimens to prevent loss and delays.

-Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station.

Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name.

-Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.

-Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.

-Labeled patient samples, double-checking all information for accuracy.

-Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.

-Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.

-Traveld to nursing facilities to collect blood samples along with other specimens.

• Work involved responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the jail.
• Maintaining safety and security of the county jail and inmates, booking or releasing inmates, transportation of inmates, supervising inmate visitation, overseeing kitchen operations as assigned, monitoring health and welfare needs of inmates, maintaining jail records, and ensuring maintenance and cleanliness of jail areas.

• Ensured friendly, fast, and efficient customer service.
• Processed all paying & received items.
• Sold cashier and traveler checks.
• Processed requests for cash advances.
• Sold and bought in large sums of currency.