Kristin Smith
Limited Medical Radiology Technician
Sanger,TX
Summary
Dynamic Limited Medical Radiology Technologist with extensive experience at Hand And Upper Extremity Center, excelling in diagnostic imaging and patient care. Proven ability to streamline workflows and train new staff, while demonstrating expertise in performing x-rays of various body parts. Strong collaborator committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and teamwork.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Limited Medical Radiology Technologist
Hand And Upper Extremity Center
08.2017 - 11.2017
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently managing patient schedules and accommodating urgent cases when needed.
- Assisted radiologists with various interventional procedures, ensuring smooth operations and optimal outcomes for patients.
- Promoted a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and skillsets.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Knowledgeable in performing x-rays of chest, skull, spine, upper and lower extremities.
- Able to explain x-ray procedures to patients and provide positioning and technique factors.
- Set proper technique factors on x-ray unit to produce quality images.
- Trained in vital signs, medical terminology and charting patient history.
- Physical therapy treatments such as electrical stimulation, traction and ice pack therapy.
- Assisted physician ultrasound guided injections, stitch removal and wound care.
- Trained for casting upper and lower extremities.
- CPR, HIPPA, and OSHA- certified
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
- Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists and technicians.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to radiology.
Limited Radiologic Technologist- Externship
Honor Chiropractic
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing diagnostic X-ray examinations following physician''s orders.
- Performed physical therapy treatments such as electrical stimulation.
- Set up traction as instructed and did ice pack therapy.
- Performed spinal x-rays with digital imaging.
Limited Radiologic Technologist-Externship
Michael Heckman, MD
03.2017 - 05.2017
- Performed extremity and spinal x-rays in busy orthopedic clinic
- Assisted physician with ultrasound guided pain injections, stich removal and wound care.
Dental Assistant
Spring Creek Dental
04.2008 - 05.2009
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Prepared patients for dental treatments and assisted with oral surgery such as extractions, root canals.
- Expose dental x-rays and digitally processed dental images as directed.
- Prepared materials for impressions and restorations.
Education
Limited Medical Radiology Technologist - Radiology
The College of Health Care Professions
San Antonio, TX08-2017
Dental Assistant Certification - Dental
Concorde Career College
Arlington, TX01-2008
High School Diploma -
Clyde High School
Clyde, TX05-2006
Skills
- Contrast administration
- Diagnostic imaging
- Portable X-ray
- Pediatric imaging
- Performing x-rays of chest, skull, spine, upper and lower extremities
- Vital signs, medical terminology, and charting patient history
Timeline
Limited Medical Radiology Technologist
Hand And Upper Extremity Center
08.2017 - 11.2017
Limited Radiologic Technologist- Externship
Honor Chiropractic
05.2017 - 08.2017
Limited Radiologic Technologist-Externship
Michael Heckman, MD
03.2017 - 05.2017
Dental Assistant
Spring Creek Dental
04.2008 - 05.2009
Limited Medical Radiology Technologist - Radiology
The College of Health Care Professions
Dental Assistant Certification - Dental
Concorde Career College
High School Diploma -
Clyde High School
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