Janet Hipp
Yorktown,VA
Summary
I am seeking a position that will further my 32-year career in the radiology profession. I have worked and grown through an ever-changing industry and I desire to be a part of an organization that can utilize both my experience and my love of patient care.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Admin 3/Registered Radiologic Technologist
Newport News Shipbuilding
06.2017 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail under pressure.
- Provided compassionate care to patients of diverse ages and backgrounds during their imaging experience, easing anxieties and fostering trust between provider and patient.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict radiation protection protocols during all radiologic examinations.
- Manage front desk/medical records for a busy clinic maintaining patient records for approximately 20,000 employees on 2nd shift.
- Perform radiologic exams as needed on injured employees.
- Input patient information and direct employees for their surveillance physicals as per NAVSEA guidelines.
- Perform audiology exams when needed.
Lead Radiologic Technologist
MedExpress Urgent Care/MD Express
06.2004 - 03.2017
- Maintained high-quality imaging standards by regularly calibrating and performing quality control checks on all radiology equipment.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks associated with radiation exposure for both patients and staff members.
- Championed a positive work environment that fostered teamwork, professional growth, and job satisfaction among staff members.
- Played a pivotal role in maintaining accreditation status by consistently adhering to regulatory guidelines and best practices within the field of radiology.
- Coordinated equipment upgrades and replacements to keep pace with advancing technology, ensuring optimal diagnostic capabilities.
- Streamlined workflow efficiency by optimizing radiologic technologist schedules and resource allocation.
- Created schedules for radiologic technologists in 4 locations.
- Scheduled maintenance and scheduled state inspections for 4 locations.
- Ordered equipment including all radiology supplies for 4 locations.
- Assisted physicians with minor procedures.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Worked with physicians to establish radiology protocols.
- Advised and educated radiography students as the Clinical Coordinator for MD Express for students of ECPI Medical Radiography program.
- Performed lab testing as needed, patient care, wound care, medication instruction and splinting.
- Provided patient discharge instruction.
Radiologic Technologist
Mary Immaculate Hospital, Newport News
12.1992 - 06.2004
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to all radiation safety guidelines and protocols.
- Supported interventional radiology procedures with skillful preparation of patients; administering intravenous contrast media while monitoring vital signs throughout studies.
- Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
- Earned certification in Mammography and worked in this department for 2 years.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Radiologic Technology
Mary Immaculate School of Radiography
Newport News, VA 09.1992
Skills
- Trauma Imaging
- Patient Care
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Fluoroscopic Procedures
Awards
Mallinckrodt Outstanding Student Award for Overall Excellence-September 1992
Certificate of Excellence for Outstanding Performance as a Clinical Instructor in the Radiologic Sciences from MCI (Now ECPI) School of Radiography-March 2011
Certification
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
ID# 261441
September 1992-present
Virginia Board of Medicine for Radiologic Technologists
ID# 0120004103
2004-present
Timeline
Admin 3/Registered Radiologic Technologist
Newport News Shipbuilding
06.2017 - Current
Lead Radiologic Technologist
MedExpress Urgent Care/MD Express
06.2004 - 03.2017
Radiologic Technologist
Mary Immaculate Hospital, Newport News
12.1992 - 06.2004
Certificate of Completion - Radiologic Technology
Mary Immaculate School of Radiography
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