Keith Neloms
Summary
Obtain a position as a 2nd shift MRI Technologist. Profile : 18 years of MRI experience. : 30 years of experience in C.T. : MRI and CT board certified. : Goal oriented individual with strong leadership capabilities. : Proven ability to work in unison with doctors, staff, and other health care professionals. : Highly motivated and detail-directed problem solver. Skilled MRI technologist proficient in industry best practices and compliance guidelines. Adept at maintaining equipment and supplies for projects. Bringing 18 years of related experience.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Staff Technologist
CRMC
03.2009 - Current
- 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.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Processed, labeled, and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
Staff MRI Technologist
MRI Float Technologist SimonMed imaging
02.2011 - 07.2011
- Responsibilities include screening patients prior to exams
- Verifying pt's orders, looking up previous exams and gathering patient history
- Starting IV's, scanning patients and post processing
- Working together with physicians in determining proper protocols/exams for patients.
3rd shift STAFF Technologist
CT, CRMC
03.2009 - 02.2011
- Responsibilities include screening patients prior to exams
- Scanning and transporting all patients from the ER
- Scanning all stat Inpatient orders
- Shutting down scanners and bringing them back up and doing the daily QA
- Work up the next day outpatient, inpatient and procedures.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
MRI Technologist
PRN MRI TECH
02.2009 - 04.2009
- Responsibilities include screening patients prior to exams
- Verifying pt's orders, looking up previous exams and gathering patient history
- Starting IV's, scanning patients and post processing
- Working together with physicians in determining proper protocols/exams for patients.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated rad and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Administered IV drugs to patients to create contrasts on scanned images.
- Prepared patients for MRI procedures and monitored their condition during the scan.
- Interacted with patients to explain MRI scans and answer questions, providing reassurance and comfort throughout the process.
- Educated patients on procedure, answering questions, and alleviating concerns.
- Positioned patients to obtain quality MRI images.
- Utilized multiple MRI scanner models including T1-weighted, T2-weighted, and diffusion-weighted imaging.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
MRI Staff Technologist
BDMC
11.2005 - 04.2009
- Responsibilities include screening patients prior to exams
- Scanning pediatric and adult inpatients and outpatients with post processing
- Starting IV's, setting up anesthesia equipment
- Working together with physicians in determining proper protocols/exams for 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.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- Prepared patients for MRI procedures and monitored their condition during the scan.
- Interacted with patients to explain MRI scans and answer questions, providing reassurance and comfort throughout the process.
- Positioned patients to obtain quality MRI images.
- Operated MRI equipment, set imaging factors, and manipulated software to generate quality and accurate images.
- Educated patients on procedure, answering questions, and alleviating concerns.
- Administered IV drugs to patients to create contrasts on scanned images.
- Utilized multiple MRI scanner models including T1-weighted, T2-weighted, and diffusion-weighted imaging.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Skilled and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
MRI Staff Technologist
Gilbert Emergency Hospital
09.2006 - 06.2007
- Responsibilities include screening patients prior to exams
- Scanning adult and pediatric outpatients and inpatients
- Starting IV's, and working with ordering physicians in determining proper protocols/exams for patients.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Handled private and confident and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- Prepared patients for MRI procedures and monitored their condition during the scan.
- Positioned patients to obtain quality MRI images.
- Interacted with patients to explain MRI scans and answer questions, providing reassurance and comfort throughout the process.
- Operated MRI equipment, set imaging factors, and manipulated software to generate quality and accurate images.
- Educated patients on procedure, answering questions, and alleviating concerns.
- Utilized multiple MRI scanner models including T1-weighted, T2-weighted, and diffusion-weighted imaging.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
CT Staff Technologist
Banner Desert Medical Center
05.2004 - 11.2005
- Duties include scanning, post processing on scanner and
- Vitrea work station producing quality diagnostic C.T
- Images
- Mentoring in the C.T
- Cross training program.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Handled private and confident and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
Travel Technologist
Aureus Medical
05.2000 - 05.2004
- Resources on Call, and Medical Staff Network : Responsibilities include shooting and scanning quality diagnostic
- X-rays C.T.'s and surgical procedures and assisting the radiology department in any way I can.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Prepared sterile solutions to support surgical processes and helped physicians scrub in for procedures.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
- Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
- Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
Department Manager
Commonwealth Ear Nose and Throat Sinus Center
07.1999 - 10.2000
- Managed and established all C.T
- Protocols and procedures : Scheduling all P.M.'s ordering all contrast and medical supplies
- Scanning and producing quality C.T
- Exams for Physicians.
- Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
- Communicated with managers of other departments to maintain transparency.
- Created and enforced department policies, procedures and standards to establish productivity and quality.
- Developed and managed department budget to monitor financial performance and minimize expenses.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Lead Technologist
Baptist Hospital East
10.1995 - 07.1999
- Oversaw all techs on my shift scanning, performing diagnostic
- C.T.'s, x-rays, surgical and special procedures.
Education
Diploma of Completion of Radiology -
Academy of Health, the United States Army
B.A. - Mass Communications
Western Kentucky University
Skills
- Contrast Material
- Equipment Maintenance
- Quality Control
- Computed Tomography
Certification
- Licensed MRI technologist - 18 years
Timeline
Staff MRI Technologist
MRI Float Technologist SimonMed imaging
02.2011 - 07.2011
Senior Staff Technologist
CRMC
03.2009 - Current
3rd shift STAFF Technologist
CT, CRMC
03.2009 - 02.2011
MRI Technologist
PRN MRI TECH
02.2009 - 04.2009
MRI Staff Technologist
Gilbert Emergency Hospital
09.2006 - 06.2007
MRI Staff Technologist
BDMC
11.2005 - 04.2009
CT Staff Technologist
Banner Desert Medical Center
05.2004 - 11.2005
Travel Technologist
Aureus Medical
05.2000 - 05.2004
Department Manager
Commonwealth Ear Nose and Throat Sinus Center
07.1999 - 10.2000
Lead Technologist
Baptist Hospital East
10.1995 - 07.1999
Diploma of Completion of Radiology -
Academy of Health, the United States Army
B.A. - Mass Communications
Western Kentucky University
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