Janiece Connon
R.T. (R) (CT) (MR)
Lake Forest,IL
Summary
A dedicated, multi-tasking, detail oriented technologist with 5 years MRI and 12 years CT experience in a busy hospital environment. Looking to re-enter the work force after a break to live abroad and be a stay at home parent.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certificates
Work History
Stay at Home Parent
.
01.2012 - Current
- Spent three years living in Switzerland and traveling. Became a mother April 2013. Now, eager to return to full time career. In that time:
- Moved back to USA
- Networked with other parents to get involved in social and learning groups and to plug into new community.
- Designed and managed three major renovation projects to my home; totaling eighteen months.
- Spent six years parenting until kindergarten began. Continued to stay home as my husband traveled extensively, then did remote schooling with my child during the pandemic.
- Served on the board of Parklane HOA as Chair of the Landscape and Architectural Review Committee.
MRI Technologist
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Lawrence, KS
01.2006 - 12.2011
- Performed a variety of MRI procedures on patients using high field strength magnets and related equipment.
- Operated both Siemens Magnetom Espree 1.5T and Siemens Avanto 1.5T scanners.
- Evaluated MRI scans for technical quality, collated and sequenced processed images and label them appropriately.
- Utilized ancillary equipment appropriately: PACS system, MedRad power injector, Invivo monitor and Pyxis.
- Scheduled MR exams.
- Instructed Radiology students, house staff and others, in MRI procedures, protocols, equipment and safety procedures.
- Traveled to nearby satellite location to cover staff shortage.
CT Technologist
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Lawrence, KS
05.1996 - 12.2008
- Acquired diagnostic CT scans for in-patient, out-patient, surgical, and emergency room patients as prescribed by medical staff. (Operating a Siemens 64 slice scanner.)
- Completed CT exams with high quality, diagnostic images; employed ALARA principles at all times.
- Evaluated CT scans for technical quality, collated and sequenced processed images and labeled them appropriately.
- Appropriately utilized and maintained all CT and accessory equipment.
- Acted as an educational resource for Radiologic Technology students through demonstrations and explanations of procedures.
- Monitored all supplies and submitted purchasing requests to maintain appropriate supply levels.
- Scheduled CT exams.
- Responded to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
- Monitored patient's well-being during exams and recognized discomfort or medical problems and took appropriate action.
- Assisted radiologists with image-guided body biopsies.
Radiologic Technologist
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Lawrence, KS
05.1995 - 05.1996
- Utilized all radiographic equipment, including surgical and portable equipment, to perform x-rays.
- Operated Picker and GE R/F, GE portable unit and OEC C-arm equipment.
- Assisted with taking patient phone calls to answer technical questions, schedule appointments and offer pre-procedure advice.
Education
Associates of Applied Science -
Washburn University
09.1994 - 05.1996
Skills
Dependable and Responsible
undefinedCertification
ARRT Registered in Radiography
Timeline
Stay at Home Parent
.
01.2012 - Current
MRI Technologist
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
01.2006 - 12.2011
CT Technologist
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
05.1996 - 12.2008
Radiologic Technologist
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
05.1995 - 05.1996
Associates of Applied Science -
Washburn University
09.1994 - 05.1996