Kristi Dowdy
Summary
Experienced Radiologic Technologist with a strong background in imaging techniques and patient safety. Expertise in managing patient records and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance diagnostic accuracy and patient comfort during procedures.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital
Nacogdoches
11.1999 - Current
- Operated imaging equipment to perform diagnostic radiographic procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to select optimal imaging techniques based on patient needs and clinical indications.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to radiation safety protocols.
- Monitored patient condition during radiologic procedures to ensure comfort and safety throughout the process.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members such as nurses and physicians to provide excellent patient care services.
- Educated patients on procedures and answered their questions effectively.
- Maintained accurate patient records and imaging data documentation.
- Processed digital images using PACS system for storage, retrieval and transmission purposes.
- Reviewed diagnostic image quality and filed diagnostic images in appropriate patient records.
- Monitored contrast media administration and documented findings per protocol established by radiologists and hospital policies.
- Assisted in training new staff on imaging protocols and equipment use.
- Participated in quality assurance tasks to maintain departmental standards and improve imaging accuracy.
- Operated portable x-ray machines in order to capture images of patients at bedside or other locations inside the hospital premises.
- Troubleshot malfunctions in equipment when they occurred; notified supervisor if further assistance was needed.
- Assisted physicians during minimally invasive procedures using fluoroscopy guidance.
- Prepared sterile environments and handled instruments for interventional radiology tasks.
- Prepared exam rooms with necessary supplies and equipment; ensured sterile technique was maintained during all procedures.
- Greeted visitors warmly and directed them to the appropriate departments.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Managed multi-line phone systems, routing calls efficiently to staff.
- Maintained organized front desk area, ensuring a welcoming environment.
- Processed incoming and outgoing mail promptly for all departments.
- Assisted clients with inquiries, providing information about services offered.
- Coordinated office supplies inventory and placed orders to maintain stock.
- Answered incoming calls, redirected callers to the appropriate personnel or department and took messages as needed.
- Performed data entry into computer systems to maintain accurate records of customer information.
- Completed basic bookkeeping and document filing.
- Signed for packages, recorded deliveries, and distributed to personnel.
- Worked with housekeeping and maintenance staff to address and resolve building and room issues.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiography
Angelina College
Lufkin, TX05-2000
Skills
- Radiographic procedures
- Quality assurance
- Electronic health records
- Patient education
- Contrast media monitoring
- Department collaboration
- Imaging equipment operation
- Diagnostic image review
- Communication skills
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Patient safety adherence
- Anatomy
- Exam briefing
- Infection control practices
- Patient positioning
- Records management
- Appointment scheduling
- Records management
- Trauma imaging
- Surgical radiography
- PACS system proficiency
- Fluoroscopic procedures
- Data entry
- Mail handling
- File management
- Document management
- Telephone etiquette
- Clerical support
- Inventory control
- Multitasking
- Filing and sorting
- Office supplies ordering
- Mail handling
- Call routing
- Office organization
- Customer assistance and interaction
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital
11.1999 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Radiography
Angelina College