Jean McAleer RT (R)(M)(CT)
Congers,NY
Summary
Hardworking and passionate Technologist with strong organizational skills eager to secure CT Technologist position. Ready to help team achieve company goals and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Patient-focused CT Technologist with over 26 years of experience in the medical radiology field. Well-versed in producing accurate diagnostic images in Cat Scan, general x-ray and Bone Density.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cheif Technologist
WestMed, Summit Health Group
01.2023 - Current
- Manages 35 technologists encompassing 4 location sites. Organizes daily staff schedules in "When to Work"
- Approves PTO time and Weekly Payroll with "Workday".
- Merge PACS Systems. Athena EMR System.
- Performs CT exams for Urgent Care and general Practitioners.
- General X-ray Exams.
- Bone Densities Exams.
Per Diem Technologist
Pascack Valley Hospital
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Performed routine CT Scans for Outpatient Department.
- Expedited Emergency Room patients; Angiography, Stroke Codes, Routine exams.
- In-Patient, ICU, exams.
- EPIC RIS
- McKesson PAS
CT Technologist
RadNet
02.2001 - 07.2021
- GE Optima, GE Lightspeed, GE Highspeed. GE Apex Revolution.
- Daily/ Monthly QA to insure equipment was performing within safety parameters.
- Calibrated, maintained and troubleshot radiologic equipment to minimize operational downtime.
- Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Angiography, Cardiac Calcium Scoring, Myelography, Scanograms, Patella Tracking, Dentascans, 3D Vitrea, Coronary Arteries, TAVR.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of contrast materials.
- Accessed patient documentation to verify exam ordered coincides with insurance authorization.
- Took thorough and accurate patient medical histories.
- Began IV on patients using Standard procedures.
- Performed appropriate lab work prior to exam based on ACR requirements.
- Prepared and administered oral and IV contrast to patients.
- Operated EMR system and PACS systems in accordance with patient HIPPA protocols.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated CT equipment to capture, and produce diagnostic images.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Sanitized machine after each exam to prevent spread of illnesses.
- Created 3D images using advanced workstations, AWS workstation for Angiography, Orthopedic exams.
Multi-Modality Radiologic Technologist
Mid Rockland Imaging
11.1998 - 02.2001
- Floated between multiple departments to facilitate patient exams, X-Ray, Fluoroscopy, Mammography and Bone Density.
- GE Senograph
- DEXA Hologic 4500
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Created images using fluoroscopy, UGI, small bowel studies, urography and Hysterosalpingography to help physicians assess and diagnose patients.
- Trained multiple technologists on equipment; exams and facility protocols.
- Cleaned cassettes and developed images carefully in high volume Darkroom.
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Sanitized machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Operated equipment to produce quality images of specific body parts.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
Radiologic Technologist
New York Medical College
12.1996 - 11.1998
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Monitored and managed inventory and darkroom supplies.
- Coordinated with Physicist to perform QA on equipment.
- Facilitated Spina Bifida Clinic and post Trauma 1 follow up imaging for Westchester Medical Center patients.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
Education
Diploma - Radiologic Technology
Pascack Valley Hospital, School of Radiography
Westwood, NJ09.1996
Associate of Applied Science - Business
State University of New York
Delhi, NY05.1991
High School Diploma -
North Rockland High School
Thiells, NY06.1989
Skills
- CT Imaging
- IV Certified
- BLS
- Diagnostic imaging
- Mammography
- DEXA
- Patient shielding techniques
- Image Wisely/Image Gently
- Patient confidentiality/HIPPA Compliant
- Direct Patient Care
- Equipment Maintenance QA, Daily/Monthly
Certification
- New York State Radiography 10/1996 to present
- New Jersey State License - 01/1997 to present
- Certified in Mammography- 10/1997 to present
- Certified in CT - 10/2010 to present
- Certified in CPR. 4/2023 to present
Accomplishments
- Organized Social activities, entertainment for 800 families.
- Managed and facilitated dinner and entertainment of 750 guests, tables, chairs, dinner, band.
- Supervised 50 staff members for set up and clean up.
- Lead 15 elementary school girls with life skills and crafts, community service events.
Board of Directors, Social Committee Chair, West Nyack Swim Club, West Nyack, NY Feb 2017- Feb 2020.
Girl Scout Leader , Lakewood Elementary, Congers, NY. September 2015- March 2022
Affiliations
- Member of American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, 1996 to Current
- Member of American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT), 1996 to Current
Timeline
Per Diem Technologist
Pascack Valley Hospital
03.2023 - 08.2023
Cheif Technologist
WestMed, Summit Health Group
01.2023 - Current
CT Technologist
RadNet
02.2001 - 07.2021
Multi-Modality Radiologic Technologist
Mid Rockland Imaging
11.1998 - 02.2001
Radiologic Technologist
New York Medical College
12.1996 - 11.1998
Diploma - Radiologic Technology
Pascack Valley Hospital, School of Radiography
Associate of Applied Science - Business
State University of New York
High School Diploma -
North Rockland High School
- New York State Radiography 10/1996 to present
- New Jersey State License - 01/1997 to present
- Certified in Mammography- 10/1997 to present
- Certified in CT - 10/2010 to present
- Certified in CPR. 4/2023 to present
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