Lauren Balderas
Odessa,Texas
Summary
Patient-focused Radiologic Technologist with over 16 years of experience in radiologic technology. Well-versed in producing accurate diagnostic images while comforting patients and providing clinical directives to staff. Demonstrated talents in guiding teams and strengthening relationships with patients.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Mammography Technologist
Midland Women's Clinic
08.2017 - Current
- Lead Mammography Technologist.
- Lead QC tech.
- Lead ABUS tech. Certified trainer of ABUS through GE Healthcare.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all procedures performed, maintaining meticulous records for quality assurance purposes.
- Provided comprehensive training to junior technologists, enhancing their skills and expertise within the field.
- Reduced patient wait times by streamlining processes and optimizing appointment scheduling.
- Enhanced patient comfort by utilizing advanced mammography techniques and providing clear explanations of procedures.
Mammography Technologist
Odessa Regional Medical Center
10.2010 - 08.2017
- Performed diagnostic breast mammograms and ultrasounds.
- Performed stereotactic biopsies, ultrasound guided biopsies, and needle localizations
- Lead QC Tech
Radiologic Technologist
Odessa Regional Medical Center
08.2008 - 10.2010
- Staff technologist and surgery tech.
- 6 months of CT experience working with the night shift tech.
- Cross trained into NucMed for 1.5 years
- Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.
- Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Healthy Heart Center
02.2008 - 06.2008
- Streamlined workflow in the Cath Lab, coordinating with multidisciplinary team members for efficient patient care.
- Set up sterile trays for Cath Lab procedures.
- Monitored Cath Lab procedures and vitals.
Radiologic Technologist
Pecos County Memorial Hospital
08.2007 - 02.2008
- Staff Radiologic Technologist with weekly night call.
- Performed trauma radiography alone.
- Cross trained into CT
- Cross trained into MRI w/training at Carlsbad Open MRI in Carlsbad, NM.
Education
BBA - Healthcare Management
University of Texas At Permian Basin
Odessa, Texas2028
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technologist
Odessa College
Odessa, Texas06.2007
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Procedure Explanation
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Biopsy experience
- Patient Care
Timeline
Lead Mammography Technologist
Midland Women's Clinic
08.2017 - Current
Mammography Technologist
Odessa Regional Medical Center
10.2010 - 08.2017
Radiologic Technologist
Odessa Regional Medical Center
08.2008 - 10.2010
Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Healthy Heart Center
02.2008 - 06.2008
Radiologic Technologist
Pecos County Memorial Hospital
08.2007 - 02.2008
BBA - Healthcare Management
University of Texas At Permian Basin
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technologist
Odessa College
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