KIMBERLY BRIDWELL

• Radiation Safety Officer of Houston Medical Imaging, enhance radiation safety by developing and implementing comprehensive policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local requirements in radiation safety practices.
• Develop strong relationships with referring physician's offices through consistent communication of project updates and prompt resolution of concerns or issues.
• Interview and hire new staff members, Responsible for oversite, schedules, disciplinary actions, and payroll.
• Coordinate training programs for new hires, ensuring all team members were knowledgeable about company policies, safety practices, and job-specific skills.
• Evaluate employee performance and convey constructive feedback to improve skills.
• Cultivated team-oriented environment, encouraging open communication and collaboration among staff.
• Oversee all daily office operations and equipment maintenance.
• Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.

HMI was acquired by Radnet in April 2024.

My role had changed during the acquisition.

Chief Technologist over HMI and Clinical Manager at the Campbell location.

• Performed CT examinations as needed while simultaneously managing the clinic: GE OMNI 64 PET/CT, 128 Fuji Film Scenaria, GE Discovery 16 NM/CT 670, GE Discovery 16 NM/CT 870
• Cross-trained into MRI-1.5T Siemens Avanto
• Trained all new CT technologists on scanners and CT protocols
• Primary technologist to perform 3D reformats. Trained other employees on the TeraRecon workstation and anatomy involved to create optimal 3D images and to score calcium scores
• Obtain and maintain the State Certificate of X Ray Registration for all locations across Houston Medical Imaging
• Maintain the ACR accreditations for all relevant modalities throughout the company
• Keep current with all Regulatory Policies and Procedures
• Schedule, follow up/paperwork, and file annual Physicist testing on machines
• Create and implement internal Policies and Procedures
• Schedule routine maintenance and PMs for all centers CT, X-ray, Fluoroscopy, and MRI machines and facilitate down machines
• Coordinate and maintain technologists' compliance training- Radiation Safety, MRI Safety, and CPR
• Order supplies, manage inventory, help implementation of the new inventory tracking system
• Tech scheduling and oversight, manage call-ins
• Address and resolve Radiologists' and technologists' concerns
• Assist in bringing up the new centers by opening necessary accounts (linen, biohazard waste, contrast, medical supplies) were opened and necessary paperwork was submitted for ACR and state
• Manage- hire, guide, and perform disciplinary actions of staff
• Help implement and oversee MRI safety device module in RIS
• Radiation safety committee member

• Performed optimal CT examinations: GE Light speed Ultra (8)
• Helped obtain American College of Radiology accreditation for CT
• Contributed to development of new CT imaging protocols, addressing specific diagnostic challenges.
• Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
• Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
• Promoted departmental efficiency through excellent time management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Collaborated with radiologists to optimize image quality, leading to improved diagnostic accuracy.
• Utilized advanced software tools for image reconstruction, significantly improving diagnostic clarity for complex cases.
• Ensured accurate diagnosis by meticulously following imaging protocols and adjusting techniques based on patient needs.
• Contributed to enhanced clinical outcomes by detecting abnormalities during routine screenings.
• Fostered positive work environment, mentoring new technologists and supporting their professional development.
• Maintained strict adherence to radiation safety protocols, minimizing exposure to patients and staff.
• Ordered supplies and managed inventory

• Performed CT exams: Toshiba Aquillion (64)
• Completed patients' studies in RIS and PACS
• Scanned paperwork into PACS
• Performed 3D Imaging post processing and trained employees on 3D Workstation: Vitrea
• Printed films and burned CDs when indicated
• Performed Bone Mineral Density analysis
• Assisted with scheduling patients for exams

• Performed 3D Imaging post processing
• Trained employees on 3D Applications software-Vitrea

• Performed CT exams: GE VCT (64), GE 16 and 16 Pro (16), GE Lightspeed Ultra (8), GE Lightspeed QXI (4), GE CTI (1)
• Performed 3D Imaging post processing and trained employees on 3D Workstation: ADW 4.2 and Vitrea
• Completed patient studies in RIS and PACS
• Led employee meetings
• Assisted with file room