Lea Holt, R.T.(R)(CT)(ARRT)
Simpsonville,SC
Summary
Enthusiastic Interventional Radiology Technologist eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Special Procedures and training in Interventional Radiology, with more than 20 years of experience. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in an ever growing field of medicine.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interventional Radiology Technologist
Bon Secours/Mercy Health
Greenville, SC
07.2023 - Current
- Operated advanced imaging equipment for diagnostic and interventional procedures.
- Assisted physicians in performing minimally invasive procedures using fluoroscopy and ultrasound guidance.
- Maintained accurate patient records and ensured compliance with safety protocols and imaging standards.
- Collaborated with medical teams to evaluate patient needs and optimize care pathways during interventions.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures, equipment usage, and infection control practices.
- Expedited treatment planning processes by accurately performing image post-processing tasks such as 3D reconstructions or vessel analysis.
- Reduced procedure times by maintaining organized workstations and effectively managing supplies and equipment.
- Minimized disruptions to workflow through prompt troubleshooting of technical issues related to imaging equipment or software.
Interventional Radiology Technologist
Prisma Health Upstate
Greenville , SC
08.2002 - 07.2023
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Used radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to maintain safety of patients and staff.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films and chemicals.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Monitored patients for signs of adverse reactions or other abnormalities of significance.
- Interpreted data and offered personalized recommendations for patient care.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Operated advanced imaging equipment for diagnostic and interventional procedures.
- Assisted physicians in performing minimally invasive procedures using fluoroscopy and ultrasound guidance.
- Maintained accurate patient records and ensured compliance with safety protocols and imaging standards.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures, equipment usage, and infection control practices.
- Expedited treatment planning processes by accurately performing image post-processing tasks such as 3D reconstructions or vessel analysis.
- Reduced procedure times by maintaining organized workstations and effectively managing supplies and equipment.
- Promoted a culture of safety by actively participating in regular departmental safety meetings and implementing best practices.
- Contributed to the reduction of complications by meticulously following sterile technique guidelines during invasive procedures.
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
Prisma Health Upstate
Greenville, SC
12.1991 - 08.2002
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
Education
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC08.1992
Certificate - Computed Tomography
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC06.2010
Skills
- Diagnostic Exam Assistance
- Contrast Material
- Radiation Safety Protocols
- Quality Control Standards
- Regulatory Guidelines
- Balloon Angioplasty
- Computed Tomography
- Electronic Patient Medical Record
- Image Management
- Equipment Positioning
- Lumbar Punctures
- Informed Consent
- Transportation Assistance
- Central Venous Lines
- Suture Removal
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Dressing Changes
- Restocking Processes
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Tissue Biopsies
- Stock Inventory
- Workplace Safety
- Sharps Disposal
- Liver Biopsies
- Radiation Exposure Minimization
- Patient Safety
- Thrombectomies
- Stenting
- Angiograms
- Neuro Interventions
- Coilings
- AAA (to include fenestrated grafts)
- TCAR
- TVAR
- Staff Training
- Patient Confidentiality
- Interventional Radiology
- Radiologic Technology
- Radiation Safety Measures
- HIPAA
- Sterile technique adherence
- Neurointerventional radiology
- Angiography proficiency
- Venous Access procedures
- Digital subtraction angiography
- Vascular procedures expertise
- Patient safety
- Radiation safety protocols
- Percutaneous drainage procedures
- Oncologic interventional procedures
- Infection control practices
Certification
- Licensed Diagnostic Radiology Technologist for 34 years, 24 of those years in Interventional Radiology.
- Cat Scan Technologist Registered for 16 years
Timeline
Interventional Radiology Technologist
Bon Secours/Mercy Health
07.2023 - Current
Interventional Radiology Technologist
Prisma Health Upstate
08.2002 - 07.2023
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
Prisma Health Upstate
12.1991 - 08.2002
Greenville Technical College
Certificate - Computed Tomography
Greenville Technical College