Luis A. Torres
Morongo Valley,California
Summary
Experienced Radiology Technician Assistant recognized for strong communication, coordination, and time management skills. Expertise in facilitating patient care and problem-solving has consistently contributed to enhancing departmental efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiology Technician Assistant (CT)
Tenet-Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, California
04.1998 - Current
- Coordinated with team members to achieve timely completion of patient scans, enhancing overall patient care.
- Reviewed orders for clarity and completeness before the technologist tabled the patient. i.e., checking for lab values (kidney function), allergies to CT scan contrast (iodine), and the patient's kilograms
- Positioned patients properly for scans and procedures.
- Managed schedule/inventory of patient exam orders across ED, ICU, Telemetry, nontelemetric floors, and outpatients to ensure efficient workflow.
- Assisted in developing best practices for maintaining optimal performance levels from scanners at all times.
- Utilized specialized software programs to scan images into a digital format.
- Cultivated relationships with patients to reduce anxiety and improve cooperation during scanning procedures.
- Performed various administrative duties to support daily operations of radiology department. to support radiology department.
Radiology File/film Clerk
Tenet- Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, California
04.1998 - 01.2010
- Managed patient records and ensured data accuracy in film and paper systems.
- Verified accuracy of all paperwork prior to submission for processing.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for confidential documents.
- Processed doctors' orders promptly and accurately.
- Scanned documents into digital formats ensuring accuracy of content.
- Coordinated interdepartmental communication to enhance patient care delivery.
- Trained new staff on clerical procedures and best practices for efficiency.
- Handled patient inquiries and provided information regarding services offered.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Provided support to radiologist by organizing prior films and reports. along with hanging of all radiology related imaging.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nuclear Medicine
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
San Jose, CASkills
- Radiology information system
- Healthcare software usage
- Digital imaging
- Order verification
- Document management
- Record management
- Inventory management
- Interdepartmental communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Patient empathy
- Customer management
Timeline
Radiology Technician Assistant (CT)
Tenet-Desert Regional Medical Center
04.1998 - Current
Radiology File/film Clerk
Tenet- Desert Regional Medical Center
04.1998 - 01.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Nuclear Medicine
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts