Lori Jones
Bryan,TX
Summary
Compassionate and hard working CT/Radiologic Technologist with over 30 years experience in hospital and clinical settings with excellent patient care skills. Organized and dependable team player with a positive attitude.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
CT Technologist/Radiologic Technologist
CapRock Hospital
11.2020 - Current
- Performe high quality CT and radiologic exams on emergent patients, inpatients, and outpatients using diagnostic xray and portable xray equipment.
- Operate 64 slice CT scanner performing a variety of routine CT and CTA procedures demonstrating knowledge in sectional anatomy and patient safety. Operate diagnostic and portable xray equipment while providing excellent patient care.
- Talk with patients to get history, explain procedures and address any concerns they may have. Screen all CT patients prior to exam for medical history, appropriate preparations, and possible contraindications.
- Start IV's and administer IV contrast to patients, monitoring patients during procedure for complications.
- Prep patients with oral contrast as needed.
- Start IV'S and draw blood for lab. Collect oral or nasal swabs.
- Perform lab tests, perform QC on lab equipment.
- Perform QC on CT scanner.
CT Technologist
CHI St. Joseph Regional Health Center
12.2017 - 06.2020
- Operate Toshiba Aquillion 64 slice CT scanner performing a variety of routine CT and CTA procedures in compliance with department guidelines, demonstrating knowledge in sectional anatomy and patient safety, while providing excellent patient care.
- Talk with patient to get history, explain the procedure, and address any concerns they or the family may have. Screen all CT patients prior to exam for medical history, appropriate preparations, and possible contraindications.
- Prep patients with oral contrast as well as start IV's and administer IV contrast to patients, monitoring patients during procedure for complications or unusual events.
- Prepared and submitted application and materials for ACR accreditation. Perform daily and monthly QA phantom scan.
- Stock room and order supplies needed for CT exams.
- Perform DEXA and X-ray examinations as needed in facility
CT Technologist
Bryan Radiology Associates
06.1998 - 12.2017
- Worked with Radiologists to develop protocols for Picker CT scanner and Toshiba Aquillion 64 slice CT scanner. Operated both a Picker CT scanner and Toshiba Aquillion 64 slice CT scanner performing a variety of routine CT and CTA procedures in compliance with department guidelines, demonstrating knowledge in sectional anatomy and patient safety, while providing excellent patient care.
- Talked with patient to get history, explain the procedure, and address any concerns they or the family may have. Screen all CT patients prior to exam for medical history, appropriate preparations, and possible contraindications.
- Prep patients with oral contrast as well as start IV's and administer IV contrast to patients, monitoring patients during procedure for complications or unusual events.
- Ordered all supplies needed for CT department and kept CT suite fully stocked for procedures
- Trained all new CT staff on policy and procedures.
- Prepared and submitted application and materials for ACR accreditation after having Toshiba Aquillion 64 slice CT scanner installed in 2007. Performed daily and monthly QA phantom scan.
X-ray,Cardiac Cath Lab, and CT Technoligist
St. Joseph's Regional Health Center
06.1993 - 06.1998
- Staff CT technologist performing emergency exams, drainage's and biopsies, as well as routine CT and CTA exams. Administered both oral and IV contrast to patients while monitoring for any adverse reactions. Talked with patient to get history, explain the procedure, and address any concerns they or the family may have. Screen all CT patients prior to exam for medical history, appropriate preparations, and possible contraindications. Transported patients from emergency or hospital room to scanner and back.
- Cardiac Cath Lab scrub technologist. Assisted Cardiologist in routine cardiac cath lab procedures and well as PTCA and stent procedures. Worked all X-ray and monitoring equipment during procedures.
- Performed emergent, routine, and portable X-rays. Operated C-arm and portable X-ray machine in operating room.
X-Ray Technologist
Richards Memorial Hospital
09.1991 - 08.1993
- Performed routine and emergent X-rays with diagnostic and portable X-ray equipment on weekends
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Blinn College
Bryan, TX05.1993
Skills
- Patient care
- Advanced CT Imaging
- Image Reconstruction
- CT Protocols
- Cross-Sectional Anatomy
- Contrast Administration
- Scanner operation
- Pediatric Imaging
- Post-Processing Techniques
- Workplace Safety
- Emergency Procedures
- Anatomy knowledge
- Caring and Compassionate
- Body positioning and placement
- Appointment Scheduling
- Attention to Detail
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Team Collaboration
- Radiologic Imaging
References
Mark Boyle,MD -Emergency Room Physician,CapRock Health System
(254)931-6334
Stephanie Granger-CT/Radiographer CapRock Health System
(409)313-0551
Ginger Braly-RN CapRock Health System
(979)229-2963
Timeline
CT Technologist/Radiologic Technologist
CapRock Hospital
11.2020 - Current
CT Technologist
CHI St. Joseph Regional Health Center
12.2017 - 06.2020
CT Technologist
Bryan Radiology Associates
06.1998 - 12.2017
X-ray,Cardiac Cath Lab, and CT Technoligist
St. Joseph's Regional Health Center
06.1993 - 06.1998
X-Ray Technologist
Richards Memorial Hospital
09.1991 - 08.1993
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Blinn College
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