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Maria Johnson

Saint Augustine,FL

Summary

Patient-focused Interventional Radiology Clinical Coordinator/Mammographer/Radiology Technologist with more than 6 years of experience and success in delivering outstanding care to all patients. Adept at developing robust programs to educate and improve patient outcomes. Excited to leverage background to take next career step with Radiology Associates.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Interventional Radiology Clinical Coordinator

AdventHealth Hospital, Daytona
Daytona Beach , FL
2020.10 - Current

Communicated directly with patients to provide them with the proper preparation/instructions to have the most successful procedure.

Coordinated all aspects of outpatient procedures including obtaining orders, cardiac clearance, most current imaging, office notes, and other documents necessary to prevent delay of care.

Created workflows to streamline the process of scheduling patients which resulted in less wait time and anxiety for patients as well as making the schedule more productive.

Worked directly with nursing staff, radiology facilitators, insurance and authorization staff, and doctors offices to streamline the time it took from obtaining an order to the actual procedure.

Radiology Technologist

AdventHealth Hospital, Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach , FL
2015.05 - Current
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
  • Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
  • Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides.
  • Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
  • Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
  • Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
  • Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
  • Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
  • Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.

Mammography Technologist

AdventHealth Outpatient Imaging Center
Ormond Beach , FL
2019.07 - 2019.10
  • Performed screening and diagnostic breast mammograms.
  • Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Requested prior imaging in order for radiologists to have comparisons in a timely manner.
  • Helped patients into proper positioning for mammography, instructed patients for breathing technique and remaining still for duration of each scan.
  • Exhibited highest standard of patient confidentiality, care, safety, and comfort.

Aquatics Director

First Coast YMCA
St. Augustine , FL
2006.09 - 2012.03
  • Established a brand new pool from the ground up including licenses, certifications, creating programs, staffing, fund raising, and established procedures for maintenance.
  • Supervised and trained lifeguards, and swim instructors as well as administered performance evaluations to communicate expectations .
  • Collaborated with cross-functional staff to enrich aquatic programs by coordinating schedule with general program operations.
  • Implemented and maintained safety standards and deployed first aid, CPR and other emergency management services.
  • Conducted in-service training, meetings and conferences to share ideas and plan aquatic programs.

Restaurant Bar Manager

Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
Orange Park , FL
2006.05 - 2006.09
  • Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks and customer-focused events.
  • Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options.
  • Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
  • Reduced inventory costs [Number]% by evaluating and streamlining vendor selection process.
  • Merged productivity initiatives while complying with restaurant policies and procedures.

Owner/Trainer

Bellavia Stables
St Augustine , Florida
1991.05 - 1998.06
  • Built a successful equestrian facility including boarding and training horses, and teaching children and adults.
  • Led a team of horse enthusiasts to the creation of First Coast Hunter/Jumper Association.

Education

Associate of Science - Radiology Technology

St. Johns River State College
Palatka, FL
05.2015

Skills

  • Policy and Program Development
  • Interdepartmental Functions Coordination
  • Data Analysis
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Epic Systems
  • Critical Thinking
  • Decision Making
  • Process Implementation
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Medicare Compliance

Timeline

Interventional Radiology Clinical Coordinator

AdventHealth Hospital, Daytona
2020.10 - Current

Mammography Technologist

AdventHealth Outpatient Imaging Center
2019.07 - 2019.10

Radiology Technologist

AdventHealth Hospital, Daytona Beach
2015.05 - Current

Aquatics Director

First Coast YMCA
2006.09 - 2012.03

Restaurant Bar Manager

Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
2006.05 - 2006.09

Owner/Trainer

Bellavia Stables
1991.05 - 1998.06

Associate of Science - Radiology Technology

St. Johns River State College
Maria Johnson