Lori Farmer
Belle Plaine,MN
Summary
Dedicated MRI and CT Technologist with extensive experience at Lakeview Clinic, skilled in Siemens equipment and patient care. Achieved departmental accreditation through rigorous quality control and reduced repeat scan rates. Skilled in anatomy and cross-sectional imaging. Strong communicator and mentor, fostering teamwork and enhancing diagnostic accuracy through customized scanning protocols. Committed to patient safety and comfort.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
MRI Technologist/CT Technologist
Lakeview Clinic
07.2004 - Current
- Operated MRI equipment ensuring patient safety and comfort during procedures.
- Conducted detailed patient assessments to determine appropriate scanning protocols.
- Collaborated with radiologists to enhance imaging quality and accuracy.
- Maintained accurate patient records and imaging documentation for compliance.
- Trained and mentored junior technologists on best practices and safety standards.
- Maintained safe environment, adhering to strict radiation safety guidelines and policies.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Fostered a positive workplace culture that prioritized teamwork, open communication, and shared responsibility for outcomes.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information.
- Contributed to team success by collaborating closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Played key role in achieving departmental accreditation through meticulous quality control.
- Customized scanning protocols to patient-specific needs, enhancing diagnostic accuracy.
- Operated advanced CT imaging equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
- Responded to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
- Contributed to enhanced clinical outcomes by detecting abnormalities during routine screenings.
- Reduced repeat scan rates by consistently producing high-quality images on first attempt.
CT Technologist (Casual)
St Francis Medical Center
09.2012 - 01.2014
- Operated CT scanner to produce high-quality images for diagnostic purposes.
- Collaborated with radiologists to ensure accurate interpretation of imaging results.
- Maintained patient safety protocols while performing CT procedures.
- Explains and prepares patients for scanning imaging procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technologist
Fairview University Medical Center
Minneapolis, MN06-2004
Skills
- MRI Equipment (Siemens)
- CT Equipment (Siemens)
- Patient care and safety
- PACS & EMR Systems
- MRI Safety Protocols (Zone I-IV)
- Skilled in Starting IV's
- Intravenous contrast administration
- Quality control
- Time Management and communication
Timeline
CT Technologist (Casual)
St Francis Medical Center
09.2012 - 01.2014
MRI Technologist/CT Technologist
Lakeview Clinic
07.2004 - Current
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technologist
Fairview University Medical Center
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