LYNNE FITZ
Tega Cay,SC
Summary
Qualified healthcare professional with over 40 years of hands-on medical experience. Proven dedication, who can adapt to a wide range of skills with the keen ability to quickly learn new tasks. Committed, motivated and detail-oriented with an eager desire to share these skills with your company.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MRI Supervisor
Novant Health
06.2018 - Current
- Supervises activities of all 6 mobile scanners providing adequate coverage & work assignments daily within 6 separate imaging centers/hospitals
- Monitors staff productivity levels, accuracy of exam protocols while ensuring appropriate care
- Documents errors and exceptional performance, complaints, and conferences held with individual staff members
- Performs payroll functions and performance appraisals
- Works with the Radiologists, MR Medical director, MR staff and Managers to ensure maximum image quality, efficiencies, productivity, and MR safety measures
- Assists in accreditation, certification, and regulatory compliance and survey activities for the mobile MRI scanners
- MRSO actively involved in researching implants for MRI exams & created a new Implant Review committee
- Develop, implement, and manage policies and procedures pertaining to safe practices within the MRI environment
- Safely and effectively performs a wide variety of MRI exams on GE (1.5T & 3T) and Siemens 1.5T scanners
- Provides staff training on new software applications
- Enhanced patient care by implementing advanced MRI techniques and protocols.
MRI Technologist
Metrolina Neurodiagnostic Center
05.2011 - 06.2018
- Fulltime MRI Technologist proficient in operating a Siemens Espree 1.5T scanner
- Safely and effectively perform a wide variety of MRI exams while providing excellent patient care
- Performed MRI research studies for various companies
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
MRI Technologist
Novant Health
05.2004 - 06.2018
- MRI Technologist proficient in operating a GE 1.5T Explorer & GE 3T Pioneer scanners
- Safely and effectively perform a wide variety of MRI exams while providing excellent patient care
- QA leader responsible for reviewing & analyzing scans and communicating results with the radiologist & techs
- Prepare testing for ACR accreditation
MRI Unit Manager- Charlotte, NC
Alliance Imaging, Inc.
01.1998 - 03.2004
- Responsible for the operation and maintenance of 5-7 mobile MRI scanners at assigned locations
- Administered all aspects of daily operations to maximize quality of patient care, image quality, and ensure proper equipment performance
- Acted as the primary interface with customers, including assisting clients with billing questions and conducting meetings regarding various service issues
- Prepared staff work schedule to include arranging coverage for unexpected absences
- Conducted employee orientation and education programs
- Prepared systems for accreditation surveys
- Directly supervised 35 technologists and patient coordinators
- Performed direct patient scanning
MRI Applications Specialist
GE Medical Systems
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Responsible for providing high level on-site knowledge, training and support for state-of-the-art imaging centers
- Covered the essential aspects of MR technology while providing the training of console operation, patient /coil positioning and protocol optimization
- Fostered a culture of continuous learning within the team by sharing knowledge, resources, and best practices related to application development and support
MRI Technologist – Charlotte, NC
Alliance Imaging, Inc.
09.1995 - 01.1998
- Mobile MRI Technologist proficient in operating GE Signa 1.0T and 1.5T LX systems
- Service provided to various Charlotte area hospitals and clinics
- Responsible for providing compassionate patient care and producing quality MRI scans
MRI Technologist
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
03.1995 - 08.1995
- Temporary work assignment covering for full-time technologist on a leave of absence
- Responsible for operating a stationary GE 1.5T 5X system
- Quickly and proficiently absorbed and retained new procedures and information
MRI Technologist
Capital Medical Center
04.1990 - 03.1995
- Responsible for operating a stationary GE Signa .5T and 1.5T systems
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
Radiologic Technologist
Various Sites
05.1984 - 03.1990
- Developed and processed radiologic film to aid in diagnostics and patient monitoring with high-quality imagery.
- Increased diagnostic accuracy by collaborating with radiologists and other medical professionals in analyzing images.
Mammogram Technologist
Chippenham Hospital
10.1989 - 03.1990
Radiologic Technologist
130th Station Hospital
04.1987 - 10.1989
Radiologic Technologist
Mercy Hospital
05.1984 - 04.1987
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Chapman University
Orange, California01.1993
MRI Fellowship - Technologists
Richboro MRI
Richboro, Pennsylvania01.1990
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
College Misericordia
Dallas, Pennsylvania01.1984
Skills
- Patient confidentiality
- Healthcare regulations
- MRI Safety MRSO
- Staff management
- Image analysis
- Workflow optimization
- Patient care
- Employee evaluation
- Problem-solving abilities
- GE & Siemens MRI equipment expertise
- Self motivation
- Protocol management
Certification
ARRT (R) (MR) MRSO, MRSC, #199152
Timeline
MRI Supervisor
Novant Health
06.2018 - Current
MRI Technologist
Metrolina Neurodiagnostic Center
05.2011 - 06.2018
MRI Technologist
Novant Health
05.2004 - 06.2018
MRI Unit Manager- Charlotte, NC
Alliance Imaging, Inc.
01.1998 - 03.2004
MRI Applications Specialist
GE Medical Systems
01.1998 - 01.2000
MRI Technologist – Charlotte, NC
Alliance Imaging, Inc.
09.1995 - 01.1998
MRI Technologist
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
03.1995 - 08.1995
MRI Technologist
Capital Medical Center
04.1990 - 03.1995
Mammogram Technologist
Chippenham Hospital
10.1989 - 03.1990
Radiologic Technologist
130th Station Hospital
04.1987 - 10.1989
Radiologic Technologist
Various Sites
05.1984 - 03.1990
Radiologic Technologist
Mercy Hospital
05.1984 - 04.1987
MRI Fellowship - Technologists
Richboro MRI
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
College Misericordia
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Chapman University
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