Melissa Hagarty
Summary
Radiologic Technologist offering more than 20 years of experience and specializing in CT Scanning. Adept at performing wide array of tests. Committed to maintaining highest safety and quality standards. Exceptionally hardworking, energetic and dependable technologist.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CT Technologist
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
- PRN CT Technologist for this facility.
- Cerner charting and GE PACS system for images.
- Operating the GE CT Scanner.
- Injecting contrast for CT scans in accordance with department policy.
- Complied with department and hospital radiation and safety standards.
- Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
Image Analyst
PIA Medical
10.2023 - Current
- Remote Image Analyst
- Provide hospitals and imaging centers outsourced post-processing services for CT studies.
- Operate TeraRecon for post-processing.
- Use protocols that are implemented and adheres to the imaging study.
- Secure and HIPAA compliant.
- Perform requested measurements, write reports, and deliver completed analyses.
CT Scan Technologist
Iowa City VA Medical Center
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Travel CT Technologist for ER, inpatient and outpatient services.
- Proficient at running Toshiba(Canon) and Siemens scanners.
- Used the VA charting systems and PACS to complete patient exam.
- Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Complied with department and hospital radiation and safety standards.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
CT/Rad Technologist
Mercy Iowa City
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Travel CT Technologist for ER, inpatient and outpatient services.
- Performed CT Scans on Siemens and Phillips scanners.
- Completed exams using Allscripts for charting and McKesson for PACS.
- Assisted radiologists with image-guided body biopsies and drainages.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Complied with department and hospital radiation and safety standards.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
CT Technologist
UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital
06.2004 - 09.2022
- Staff CT technologist, Scan outpatients/inpatients/ER. Assisted with CT guided biopsies, drains and nephrostomy tubes.
- Very proficient at running Siemens scanners.
- Charted using EPIC and McKesson for PACS.
- Operated Vitrea software for post-processing.
- Traveled to nearby outpatient centers to help with coverage.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Complied with department and hospital radiation and safety standards.
Staff Technologist
Virginia Gay Hospital
06.2003 - 05.2004
- Performed X-ray and CT exams
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials for imaging procedures.
- Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize team productivity.
Education
Other -
Covenant school of radiography
Waterloo, Iowa06.2003
Skills
- Image Reconstruction
- Caring and Compassionate
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
- Patient Safety
- Contrast Administration
- Radiation Safety
- Self-Motivation
- Patient Care
- Confidentiality Compliance
- Intravenous Access
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- Computed Tomography R.T.(R)(CT)(ARRT), 08/31/2024.
- IDPH-Bureau of Radiological Health Permit to Operate Radiation Machines, Permit No: RAD103966, 07/31/2024.
Languages
English
Primary Specialty
CT Technologist
Covid Vaccination Status
Yes, I am fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as defined by the CDC.
Bio
Looking for CT/X-ray tech temp jobs. I'm hardworking, dependable and easy to work with.
References
Kerry Obrien, Staff technologist - Mercy Iowa City, kobrien8915@gmail.com, (515) 380-2284, True, Iowa City, IA
Timeline
CT Technologist
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
Image Analyst
PIA Medical
10.2023 - Current
CT Scan Technologist
Iowa City VA Medical Center
04.2023 - 09.2023
CT/Rad Technologist
Mercy Iowa City
09.2022 - 03.2023
CT Technologist
UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital
06.2004 - 09.2022
Staff Technologist
Virginia Gay Hospital
06.2003 - 05.2004
Other -
Covenant school of radiography