Marla Wix
Dickson,TN
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, TN
10.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient experience with compassionate communication and meticulous attention to detail during examinations.
- Assisted in training new Radiologic Technologists on department policies, procedures, equipment usage, and best practices for patient care.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to all radiation safety guidelines and protocols.
- Optimized image quality by adjusting technical factors according to specific patient needs or clinical indications within prescribed dose limits.
- Promoted patient comfort during invasive procedures, using careful positioning techniques and clear explanations of each step in the process.
- Increased diagnostic accuracy by meticulously evaluating images and providing detailed notes to radiologists.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN05.2023
Skills
- Patient safety
- Direct patient care
- Portable radiography
- Trauma imaging
- Fluoroscopic procedures
- Orthopedic imaging
- Pediatric imaging
- Contrast administration
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
Associate Of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Volunteer State Community College