Lolita Glass
Opelika,AL
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
MRI Technologist
Wellstar La Grange Hospital
06.2024 - Current
- Maintained safe environment, adhering to strict radiation safety guidelines and policies.
- Monitored safety of patients before and during the examination process.
- Screen patients to confirm that they are eligible for MRI.
- Prepare room, start IVs, and perform MR exams on patients.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Reduced scan time with efficient scheduling and streamlined pre-scan processes.
- Improved image quality by maintaining proper positioning of patients during scans.
- Fostered a positive workplace culture that prioritized teamwork, open communication, and shared responsibility for outcomes.
- Boosted patient satisfaction through compassionate care and clear communication before, during, and after procedures.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
DHA Martin Army Community Hospital
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through participation in trainings, seminars, and conferences related to diagnostic radiology techniques.
- Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists and technicians.
- Mentored junior technologists, sharing expertise and providing guidance on best practices in the field.
- Assisted physicians with image-guided procedures, ensuring optimal results for patients undergoing minimally invasive treatments.
- Streamlined workflow through effective communication with team members, fostering a collaborative environment.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Operated C-ARM for OR cases and fluoro cases.
- Performed portables.
Radiologist/DEXA Technologist
UAB Kirkland Clinic/Soliant Travel
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Enhanced patient care quality by collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Reduced radiology department wait times by efficiently scheduling and performing diagnostic procedures.
- Delivered comprehensive interpretation of various imaging tests to consulting physicians.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with advancements in radiologic technology and diagnostic methods.
- Set up rooms and performed DEXA scans in compare to previous scans, if any.
- Ran daily quality control tests.
- Answered any concerns a patient may have.
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
Baptist Medical Center East
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted physicians with image-guided procedures, ensuring optimal results for patients undergoing minimally invasive treatments.
- Actively contributed towards reducing repeat exams by carefully following established protocols and reviewing images for quality.
- Achieved high levels of patient satisfaction through compassionate care and timely completion of imaging studies.
- Supported departmental leadership in the development and implementation of new policies, procedures, or technologies aimed at enhancing patient care and diagnostic accuracy.
- Operated C-ARM in the OR
- Performed daily portables.
- Prepared exam room and performed diagnostic X-Ray exams.
Diagnostic Radiologist Technologist
Tallassee Community Hospital
05.2021 - 10.2022
- Followed departmental guidelines and protocols in scheduling and documentation of exams.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during challenging diagnostic procedures, ensuring their comfort and understanding throughout the process.
- Maintained high-quality imaging standards by adhering to ACR guidelines and participating in regular quality assurance audits.
- Reduced patient wait times by implementing efficient scheduling systems for imaging procedures.
- Educated patients on exam and provided complete medical record to Radiologist.
- Performed diagnostic imaging procedures such as computer tomography (CT) in addition to traditional x-ray imaging in support of physician teams engaged in patient treatments.
- Performed daily portables.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Southern Union State Community College
Opelika, AL05-2022
Associate of Science - General Studies
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
Phenix City05-2020
Skills
- Patient Safety
- Patient Care
- Intravenous Contrast Administration
- Quality Control
- Body positioning and placement
- Image Quality Assessment
- Patient Education
- Radiologic technology
Timeline
MRI Technologist
Wellstar La Grange Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
DHA Martin Army Community Hospital
10.2023 - 06.2024
Radiologist/DEXA Technologist
UAB Kirkland Clinic/Soliant Travel
03.2023 - 09.2023
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
Baptist Medical Center East
10.2022 - 02.2023
Diagnostic Radiologist Technologist
Tallassee Community Hospital
05.2021 - 10.2022
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Southern Union State Community College
Associate of Science - General Studies
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
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