Kelli La Rose

Lead Radiology Technologist

LCMC East Jefferson General Hospital

Metairie, LA

01.2004 - 09.2024

Assisted physicians with image interpretation, diagnosis, and treatment recommendations.
Provided assistance to physicians and other technologists during complex procedures.
Provided technical guidance and direction to staff radiologic technologists.
Responded quickly to emergency situations involving patients or staff members.
Performed quality assurance checks on imaging equipment.
Conducted research projects related to medical imaging technologies and their applications.
Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, administration staff, vendors and other departments within the hospital setting.
Greeted patients with warm smile and promoted individual comfort throughout procedures and scans while being as discrete as possible.
Offered assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured and disabled patients.
Fostered relationships with patients to minimize anxiety and distress and enhance cooperation.
Utilized mobile imaging and x-ray equipment in trauma centers, operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patient bedsides.
Helped patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining steps and answering questions.
Developed and implemented policies, procedures, and protocols for the radiology department.
Maintained currency on radiologic technology and made recommendations to leadership regarding equipment updates and replacements.
Reset examination rooms between appointments by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Coordinated patient scheduling to ensure efficient workflow of the radiology department.
Instructed new employees on proper use of imaging equipment and safety procedures.
Administered contrast materials under the direction of a physician for enhanced imaging.
Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating, and emergency rooms.
Oversaw scheduling, patient coordination and department and equipment maintenance for consistent department operations.
Positioned patients and x-ray and CT equipment, and implemented beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure.
Completed general administrative tasks to support radiology department.
Oversaw work of junior personnel and students, correcting work and mentoring on techniques.
Evaluated employee performance against established standards; recommended corrective action when necessary.
Delivered comprehensive training to students and new technologists on equipment, imaging processing, patient relations and best practices.
Tested equipment regularly to identify malfunctions and calibrate settings.
Managed inventory control system for all radiology supplies ensuring adequate stock levels at all times.
Positioned patients properly for scans and procedures, calmly giving instructions on when to stay still to optimize scans.
Maintained accurate records of patient exams and images in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Prepared contrast material, radiopharmaceuticals and anesthetic or antispasmodic drugs under direction of radiologists.
Ensured radiation safety standards are met in accordance with state regulations.
Maintained currency on radiologic technology and provided recommendations to leadership to update or replace equipment.
Entered commands, specified sequences, and adjusted transmitters for scans.
Performed diagnostic imaging procedures by operating x-ray, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography scans.
Participated in continuing education programs to stay up-to-date on advances in medical imaging technology.
Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

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