L. Nicole Chambers
Buda,Tx
Summary
Knowledgeable Healthcare professional with significant background in radiology and CT positions. Committed to building and managing high-performing teams to regularly surpass expectations. Administers budgets, coordinates logistics and maintains smooth department operations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Imaging and Lab Tecchnologist
Ally Emergency
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Managed day-to-day operations, logistics and schedules.
- Trained, managed and motivated team of radiology personnel
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists and technicians.
- 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 and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
- Collaborated with other departments to establish cohesive laboratory operations.
Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Ascension Seton Hays
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Assisted Cardiologists in cardiac cath lab procedures
- Also worked alongside radiologists in assisting in Interventional radiology exams
- Knowledge in many aspects of cardiac cath lab, interventional radiology, pacemakers as well as monitoring procedures
- Utilizing vast knowledge of Fluoroscopic radiology, proper sterile procedure protocols as well as patient care.
- Recognized testing abnormalities and identified need for more extensive scans of area to improve accuracy of test results.
- Placed patient in correct examination position and made adjustments to facilitate accurate test results.
- Monitored patient's vital signs and notified physician of readings outside parameters to determine patient eligibility for testing.
- Helped physicians complete cardiac issues and peripheral vascular concerns by assisting with procedures such as pacemaker insertions and balloon angioplasties.
- Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
- Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced heart and cardiovascular system radiographs.
- Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
Computed Tomography Technologist Lead
Ascension Seton Hays
03.2015 - 10.2021
- Performed computed tomography and Diagnostic examinations, including ER, inpatient and outpatients
- Utilized patient care skills to assist patients during the exam
- IV Certified
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists and technicians.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
Diagnostic Imaging Technologist/Computed Tomography Technologist
Austin Emergency Center
05.2013 - 10.2015
- Performed computed tomography and Diagnostic examinations in free-standing Emergency room
- Utilize Patient care and ER Tech skills to assist patients, doctor, and Nurses in Emergency setting.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- 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.
- Served as informational resource for patients and families by educating about imaging processes and addressing questions and concerns.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
Radiology Supervisor
Westlake Medical Center
03.2012 - 10.2013
- Performed computed tomography and Diagnostic examinations, including ER, inpatient and outpatients
- Utilized patient care skills to assist patients during the exam
- IV Certified
- Assisted with recruitment by interviewing potential staff, recommending top candidates and helping with onboarding procedures.
- Completed employee evaluations and implemented necessary improvement plans.
- Managed scheduling for entire department.
- Adhered to compliance requirements and held all team members to same standards.
- Provided training and coaching to less experienced radiology team members.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Served as informational resource for patients and families by educating about imaging processes and addressing questions and concerns.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Adhered closely to quality control standards in developing and labeling of diagnostic imaging materials.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
Computed Tomography Tech
Aureus Medical
08.2006 - 03.2012
- Performed computed tomography examinations, including ER, inpatient and outpatients
- Utilized patient care skills to assist patients during the exam on a contract basis
- IV Certified
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- Processed, labeled, and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Assisted radiologists with image-guided body biopsies and thyroid biopsies.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Responded to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
Lead CT Technologist
Saint Rose Hospital
02.2011 - 03.2012
- Perform computerized tomography examinations, including ER, inpatient and outpatients
- Utilize patient care skills to assist patients during the exam
- IV Certified
- Vitrea 3D station
- Responded to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
- Monitored patient's well-being during exams and recognized discomfort or medical problems and took appropriate action.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Assisted radiologists with image-guided body biopsies and thyroid biopsies.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper positioning for imaging.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Communicated test results to physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
Computed Tomography Technologist
Swedish Medical Center
07.2008 - 02.2011
- Perform computerized tomography examinations, including ER, inpatient and outpatients
- Utilize patient care skills to assist patients during the exam
- IV Certified
- Vitrea 3D station, GE 3D work station
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic, and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Responded to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
- Assisted radiologists with image-guided body biopsies and thyroid biopsies.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.
Computed Tomography Technologist
Presbyterian St. Lukes Medical Center
05.2008 - 02.2011
- Perform computerized tomography examinations, including ER, inpatient and outpatients
- Utilize patient care skills to assist patients during the exam
- IV Certified
- Cardiac specialist
- Vitrea 3D station
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic, and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Monitored patient's well-being during exams and recognized discomfort or medical problems and took appropriate action.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Assisted radiologists with image-guided body biopsies and thyroid biopsies.
- Responded to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.
CT/Diagnostic Radiology Technologist Contract
Madison Valley Hospital
02.2008 - 05.2008
- Performed computed tomography and Diagnostic examinations, including ER, inpatient and outpatients
- Utilized patient care skills to assist patients during the exam
- IV Certified
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Adhered closely to quality control standards in developing and labeling of diagnostic imaging materials.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
CT/Diagnostic Radiology Technologist -Contract
Kaiser Permanente
11.2007 - 01.2008
- Performed computed tomography and Diagnostic examinations, including ER, inpatient and outpatients
- Utilized patient care skills to assist patients during the exam
- IV Certified
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Instructed patients on proper positioning for imaging.
- Assisted in diagnosis of disease and injury through radiologic examinations.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
CT/Diagnostic Radiology Technologist-Contract
Kaiser Permanente
09.2007 - 11.2007
- Performed computed tomography and Diagnostic examinations, including ER, inpatient and outpatients
- Utilized patient care skills to assist patients during the exam
- IV Certified
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Instructed patients on proper positioning for imaging.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
Computed Tomography Tech
Regional Medical Center
04.2007 - 09.2007
- Performed computed tomography examinations, including ER, inpatient and outpatients
- Utilized patient care skills to assist patients during the exam
- IV Certified
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic, and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Administered various doses of radiation to obtain desired images.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
Computed Tomography Technologist-Contract
UCSF Medical Center
08.2006 - 04.2007
- Performed computed tomography examinations, including ER, inpatient and outpatients
- Assisted in IR procedures to include but not limited to setting up equipment and supplies, preparing pts as well as assisting physicians with procedures
- Utilized patient care skills to assist patients during the exam
- IV Certified
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- 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.
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
CT Technologist
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
11.2004 - 08.2006
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Responded to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
- Monitored patient's well-being during exams and recognized discomfort or medical problems and took appropriate action.
- Assisted radiologists with image-guided body biopsies and thyroid biopsies.
- Administered various doses of radiation to obtain desired images.
- Communicated test results to physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists and technicians.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Instructed patients on proper positioning for imaging.
Radiologic Technologist
North Suburban Medical Center
01.2001 - 10.2004
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Adhered closely to quality control standards in developing and labeling of diagnostic imaging materials.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
- Administered various doses of radiation to obtain desired images.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Operated radiologic equipment to obtain images of body structures.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
Education
Associates in Occupational Science - Radiologic Technology -
General Studies, Diploma -
Skills
- Patient Education
- Patient Positioning
- Computed Tomography
- Patient shielding techniques
- Patient Care
- Equipment Maintenance
- Continuing education
- Quality Control
- HIPAA
- Staff Training
- Staff Education
- Patient Safety
- Radiologic technology
Certification
ARRT Certified
TMB
Licenses
California, Arizona, Texas and Montana state license
Timeline
Lead Imaging and Lab Tecchnologist
Ally Emergency
07.2023 - 07.2024
Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Ascension Seton Hays
10.2021 - 10.2023
Computed Tomography Technologist Lead
Ascension Seton Hays
03.2015 - 10.2021
Diagnostic Imaging Technologist/Computed Tomography Technologist
Austin Emergency Center
05.2013 - 10.2015
Radiology Supervisor
Westlake Medical Center
03.2012 - 10.2013
Lead CT Technologist
Saint Rose Hospital
02.2011 - 03.2012
Computed Tomography Technologist
Swedish Medical Center
07.2008 - 02.2011
Computed Tomography Technologist
Presbyterian St. Lukes Medical Center
05.2008 - 02.2011
CT/Diagnostic Radiology Technologist Contract
Madison Valley Hospital
02.2008 - 05.2008
CT/Diagnostic Radiology Technologist -Contract
Kaiser Permanente
11.2007 - 01.2008
CT/Diagnostic Radiology Technologist-Contract
Kaiser Permanente
09.2007 - 11.2007
Computed Tomography Tech
Regional Medical Center
04.2007 - 09.2007
Computed Tomography Tech
Aureus Medical
08.2006 - 03.2012
Computed Tomography Technologist-Contract
UCSF Medical Center
08.2006 - 04.2007
CT Technologist
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
11.2004 - 08.2006
Radiologic Technologist
North Suburban Medical Center
01.2001 - 10.2004
Associates in Occupational Science - Radiologic Technology -
General Studies, Diploma -
ARRT Certified
TMB
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