Karin Mote

• Created images using fluoroscopy, in the Radiology department and surgery to help physicians assess and diagnose patients
• Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques
• Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records
• Facilitated positive care experience for patients, establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation
• Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation
• Adhered closely to quality control standards in development and labeling of diagnostic imaging materials, updating patient profiles with relevant information
• Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images
• Served as informational resource for patients and families, educating about imaging process and addressing questions and concerns
• Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA
• Prepared and administered contrast materials for imaging procedures
• Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices
• Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides
• Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately

-learned how to use and work with the medical record system Epic

- operated x-ray and mobile imaging equipment by Carestream

• Monitored patient's well-being during exams and recognized discomfort or medical problems and took appropriate action.
• Responded to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
• Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
• Injected contrast for CT scans in accordance with department policy.
• Complied with department and hospital radiation and safety standards.
• Calibrated, maintained and troubleshot radiologic equipment to minimize operational downtime.
• Communicated clinical observations during CT scan examinations to radiologist.
• Tended to physical and psychological patient preparation, calmly talking through procedures while positioning patients for scans and x-rays to alleviate nervousness or anxiety.
• Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
• Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
• Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
• Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
• Prepared and mixed contrast agents for enhanced imaging.
• Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
• Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
• Repaired and troubleshot radiologic equipment.