Lorna Galvez-Quitugua
626 River Run Way San Antonio,TX
Summary
Professional healthcare technologist skilled in mammography, well-versed in patient care, imaging techniques, and maintaining high standards. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal results, adapting smoothly to changing needs. Dependable and efficient, ensuring accurate diagnostics and quality imaging while prioritizing patient comfort and safety.
Overview
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Work History
Staff Mammography Technologist
South Texas Radiology Group
1888 Nacogdoches Rd
03 2023 - Current
- Operated advanced mammography equipment to ensure high-quality imaging results.
- Conducted patient assessments and explained procedures to alleviate concerns.
- Collaborated with radiologists to evaluate images for diagnostic accuracy.
- Promoted continuity of care by effectively documenting patient information, exam findings, and follow-up recommendations in electronic medical records systems.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and radiation protection standards.
- Demonstrated adaptability when working with diverse populations, tailoring approaches to meet unique cultural sensitivities or language barriers when necessary.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate care and thorough explanations of mammography procedures.
- Ensured accurate diagnostic results by strictly adhering to quality assurance protocols.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
- Operated radiologic equipment to obtain images of body structures.
Staff mamographer
HCA/Palms West womens center
Royal Palm Beach Florida
03 2017 - 02 2023
Staff Mammographer
HCA/JFK Breast center
Atlantist Florida
05 2013 - 03 2017
Staff mamographer
Independant imaging
Boynton Beach Florida
06 2006 - 02 2013
Education
Associate Degree In Radiology - Radiology
MedVance Institute
Palm Springs Florida02.2006
Skills
- Quality control knowledge
- Biopsy experience
- Diagnostics understanding
- Screening procedures
- Patient shielding techniques
- Body positioning and placement
- Diagnostic imaging
- Equipment Maintenance
- Mammography
Certification
- ARRT, CPR, Texas License - GMR02010767
Timeline
Staff Mammography Technologist
South Texas Radiology Group
03 2023 - Current
Staff mamographer
HCA/Palms West womens center
03 2017 - 02 2023
Staff Mammographer
HCA/JFK Breast center
05 2013 - 03 2017
Staff mamographer
Independant imaging
06 2006 - 02 2013
Associate Degree In Radiology - Radiology
MedVance Institute