Madison Shafer

• Performing radiographic inspections at medical offices, hospitals, podiatry, chiropractic, veterinary, dental, industrial, analytical facilities, as well as radioactive waste identification emergencies to determine compliance with state and federal laws, rules and regulations.
• Assisting healthcare facilities to correct deficiencies, and when warranted, order the immediate cessation of radiographic procedures which adversely affects the safety of the operator or public and initiate any necessary criminal, civil, or administrative actions.
• Issuance of certificates to healthcare facilities found to be in compliance with laws, rules and regulations.
• Regular attendance of training and educational courses, seminars, and conferences related to radiological safety.
• Serve on the state emergency radiological response team. This includes working with other partners and participating in radiation response drills to prepare for potential radiation emergencies- such as an event at a nuclear power plant Beaver Valley; emergency response to radiation accidents; and assisting with assessment and mitigation of the radiation hazard. The team continually works to build capability to support the response to those types of activities. This includes generating data that allows for mapping and making decisions about how to deal with potentially dangerous items.
• Recent attendance of the FEMA Region 3 Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program Stakeholders Workshop to engage in collaborative relationship within our mission area, as well as surrounding areas in order to build and strengthen a culture of preparedness, sustaining the critical elements necessary to support the five mission areas all while safeguarding the health and safety of the public in communities surrounding commercial Nuclear Power Plants.

University Hospital - Level I Trauma Center

• Pediatric and Adult Trauma Center
• One of the top 10 National Leading Academic Medical Centers.
• Responsible for exams in Emergency Department, Operating Room, Critical Care Unit, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Neurosurgical Intensive Care Unit, Cardio-Pulmonary Intensive Care Units, Pediatric Special Care Unit and Psychiatric Units.
• Responded to numerous trauma calls throughout each shift.
• Worked strategically and implemented critical thinking to prevent further injury or damage while obtaining images of high diagnostic quality.
• Worked alongside physicians to achieve optimal results.
• Completed emergent and routine exams.
• Operated C-Arm, Portable and stationary X-Ray equipment, as well as CT equipment.
• Adminstered various forms of contrast via mulitple routes per physician orders and protocol.

Centra Health- Lynchburg General Level II Trauma Center & Virginia Baptist Hospital

• Regularly worked in Trauma Center Emergency Department; Operating room; Fluoroscopy; NICU; multiple Adult and Pediatric ICU's; as well as Pediatric, Adult and Geriatric Psychiatric units.
• Captured images with digital and CR equipment within the radiology department as well as mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
• Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
• Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
• Collaborated with wider healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.

• Oversight of 30 nursing employees and overall nursing operations of facility.
• Produced efficient scheduling and minimized overtime within department.
• Duties include evaluating and directing all nursing employees, establishing goals for nursing department, and creating and enforcing compliant healthcare policies.
• Facilitated effective communication with providers, pharmacies, home health companies and resident POA's and family members.
• Composed individualized plan of care for each resident and ensured adherence. Closely monitored and made adaptations as necessary.
• Conducted admissions assessments to determine patient conditions and risk levels.
• Audited charts and medication to check compliance.
• Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
• Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
• Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.

• Siemens, GE, Philips, AGFA, Konica Minolta
• Diagnostic imaging
• C-Arm, Fluoroscopy, X-Ray and CT

• Monitor patient vitals, obtain accurate past medical history, ensure proper documentation in patient electronic health records
• Carried out diagnostic imaging exams and procedures, PACS image analysis, quality assurance and control for electronic records as well as facility equipment
• Ensure medical records are maintained in accordance to procedures and forms
• Perform occupational health testing for both DOT and non-DOT clients
• Conducting various laboratory testing including cultures, bloodwork, urinalysis, drug screen collection, breath-alcohol, ECG, and X-Ray
• Notify patients of lab results
• Administration and documentation of vaccinations, immunizations and medications
• Assist the provider by acting as a liaison for the patient, explaining and carrying out preparation before and throughout various procedures
• Proficiency in wound care and splint application
• Adherence to HIPAA guidelines to protect patient confidentiality
• Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.

• Driven leader focused on staff development, budgeting and management of key services in compliance with various policies and procedures, as well as current federal and state regulations
• Established and administered annual budget with effective controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives
• Communicated best practices among on-site and external personnel to align efforts and goals
• Negotiated new annual contracts and service agreements with vendors to achieve prime pricing
• Performed payroll responsibilities weekly by correcting any variances and scheduling conflicts
• Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs
• Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies
• Coordinated and implemented effective training processes for new and existing team members
• Established personnel performance metrics to encourage efforts toward common goals
• Aligned department vision, goals and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high results
• Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.

• Handled inpatient and outpatient imaging services within the Patient Access Center, Radiology Department, ED, OR, PACU, SICU, MICU, and CPICU.
• Within the Patient Access Center, patient health records were reviewed and all necessary labs completed including bloodwork, EKG, and CXR to ensure patient is prepared for upcoming surgical procedures.
• Frequently worked with C-Arm in OR during various surgical procedures
• Performed fluoroscopic examinations alongside radiologist as well as other physicians as needed
• Worked directly with radiologists to collaborate most efficient fluoroscopy schedule each morning and throughout day as necessary
• Evaluated images in PACS database following completion for quality assurance
• Regularly floated to CT to complete scans, IV insertion, contrast administration and procedures
• Prepared and administered contrast materials, anesthetic drugs, among various others necessary for imaging procedures.
• Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, including contrast materials, catheters, PPE and various assistive devices and products to reorder and restock department.
• Facilitated positive care experience for patients, establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation
• Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
• Adhered closely to quality control standards in development and labeling of diagnostic imaging materials, updating patient profiles with relevant information
• Served as informational resource for patients and families, educating about imaging process and addressing questions and concerns
• Developed and delivered training for students to educate on best practices for equipment operation, image processing and patient care.

• Worked full-time shifts at Thomas Imaging Center in Computed Tomography.
• Obtained a total of 97 competencies on various exams, and performed under indirect supervision in order to complete those exams.
• Instructed under direct supervision in order to complete new procedures.
• Became proficient in venipuncture, contrast administration, quality assurance testing and operation of all GE computed tomography equipment.