KIMBERLY DIEHL
Summary
Dedicated radiologic technologist with extensive experience in patient care and diagnostic imaging. Expertise in operating advanced imaging equipment, ensuring compliance, and managing high-volume requests, coupled with strong communication skills that facilitate efficient patient interactions and care coordination.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
National Park Orthopedic Center
Hot Springs, U.S.A.
03.2018 - Current
- Operated high-volume orthopedic clinic, delivering timely and accurate diagnostic imaging to support patient care.
- Performed diagnostic x-rays for five providers, coordinating imaging requests to fulfill specific clinical needs.
- Ensured compliance of X-ray equipment, scheduling maintenance to uphold operational standards.
- Assisted in patient intake by gathering necessary information and documentation.
- Contacted medical offices to facilitate patient referrals.
- Obtained prior authorizations for MRIs and CTs to ensure timely patient care.
Radiologic Technologist
Baptist Health Surgical and Orthopedic Clinic
04.2010 - 07.2018
- Performed diagnostic x-rays for patient assessments in clinic.
- Maintained compliance of X-ray equipment and coordinated appointment scheduling to minimize disruptions.
- Secured necessary prior authorizations for MRIs and CTs to ensure timely patient care.
- Managed patient referrals and follow-ups to secure timely appointments and streamline care process.
- Assisted with patient intake by collecting personal and medical information.
Radiologic Technologist
Baptist Health Medical Center
Arkadelphia, U.S.A.
12.2009 - 05.2018
- Performed diagnostic X-rays and limited CT scans to assist in patient diagnosis.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during radiologic examinations through attentive care.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to radiation safety protocols and guidelines.
- Implemented quality control measures on imaging equipment and processes.
- Facilitated patient transfers to and from x-ray department, prioritizing comfort and safety.
- Provided on-call support for patient care, ensuring timely access to imaging services.
Education
ASSOCIATES - RADIOLOGY
NATIONAL PARK COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Hot Springs01-2008
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
CUTTER MORNING STAR HIGH SCHOOL
Hot Springs05-1996
Skills
- Diagnostic imaging
- Trauma imaging
- Limited CT scans
- Patient safety
- Prior authorizations
- PACS system
- Athenahealth
- Medical Scheduling
- Problem solving
- Duty prioritization
- Team worker
Certification
- ARRT (R) Certification, 10/01/09, 09/01/26, R.T.(R) (ARRT), 04/01/27, 04/01/26 to 03/31/28, Radiography (Credential not subject to CQR), (R)Radiography
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
National Park Orthopedic Center
03.2018 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Baptist Health Surgical and Orthopedic Clinic
04.2010 - 07.2018
Radiologic Technologist
Baptist Health Medical Center
12.2009 - 05.2018
ASSOCIATES - RADIOLOGY
NATIONAL PARK COMMUNITY COLLEGE
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
CUTTER MORNING STAR HIGH SCHOOL