Kari Katzer
Montrose,SD
Summary
Process-focused Radiology Technologist with 24 years of experience in radiology and medical imaging. Proficient medical technologist with adaptability in producing comprehensive imaging with varying obstacles. Professional and clear communicator, disseminating sensitive information to both patients and doctors. Familiarity with medical records, transcription, coding from obtained associates degree in Health Sciences and previous work experience in a medical records department.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Radiological Technologist
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
07.2019 - Current
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms and patients' bedsides.
- Created images using fluoroscopy to help physicians assess and diagnose patients.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
Registered Radiological Technologist
Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital
07.2001 - 07.2019
- 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.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms and patients' bedsides.
- Created images using fluoroscopy to help physicians assess and diagnose patients.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials for imaging procedures.
- Operated Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy Machine.
- Created and maintained employee schedule and job assignments.
- Maintained and ordered dosimetry reports and dosimeters as needed.
- Maintained all equipment testing and PM reports monthly.
Medical Records Clerk
Sioux Valley Hospital
01.1998 - 04.2001
- Maintained patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential.
- Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state and federal law.
- Maintained patient records in compliance with security regulations.
- Reviewed charts and flagged incomplete or inaccurate information.
- Obtained necessary signatures on information release forms to obtain medical and treatment records from other service providers.
- Delivered charts to assigned areas of hospital by following established routing procedures.
- Reviewed medical records for completeness and filed records in alphabetic and numeric order.
Education
Certificate - Radiological Technology
Avera McKennan School of Radiological Technology
Sioux Falls, SD08.2001
Associate of Science - Health Information Technology
Dakota State University
Madison, SD05.1998
Skills
- Radiologic Technology
- Patient Confidentiality
- Radiation Safety Protocols
- Problem resolution ability
- Strong organizational skills
- Compassionate employee
- Team player
- Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Surgical radiological technologist
- Previous medical records clerk
- Detail orientated
Certification
ARRT Licensed in the state of South Dakota
Member of the ASRT
Awards
Service Excellence Nomination for Excellent Employee
Mallinckrodt Award of Excellence for outstanding clinical performance
Clinical Instructor of the Year
Timeline
Registered Radiological Technologist
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
07.2019 - Current
Registered Radiological Technologist
Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital
07.2001 - 07.2019
Medical Records Clerk
Sioux Valley Hospital
01.1998 - 04.2001
Certificate - Radiological Technology
Avera McKennan School of Radiological Technology
Associate of Science - Health Information Technology
Dakota State University
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