Melissa Miller
Flushing,MI
Summary
Patient-oriented radiologic technologist offering 21 years of experience in stationary and mobile diagnostic imaging to healthcare organizations. Well-versed in all aspects of radiologic technology, including taking high-quality diagnostic images, comforting patients and maintaining equipment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
Regional Medical Imaging
Fenton, MI
01.2020 - Current
- Performed diagnostic x-ray procedures for Regional Medical Imaging patients.
- Positioned patients for chest, extremity, spine, and abdominal studies.
- Verified physician orders and imaging protocols before each exam.
- Maintained PACS records and completed image documentation for radiology review.
- Prepared imaging rooms, equipment, and supplies for daily patient flow.
- Applied radiation safety practices during routine imaging and shielding.
- Assisted Regional Medical Imaging staff with fluoroscopy and contrast procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to radiation safety protocols and guidelines.
- Assisted patients through medical imaging procedures with clear instructions. through exams using clear instructions and calm support.
- Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating, and emergency rooms.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members, including nurses and physicians, to deliver comprehensive patient care.
Radiologic Technologist
Insight pain management
Flint, MI
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Performed diagnostic x-ray procedures for Insight Imaging patients.
- Positioned patients for chest, extremity, spine, and abdominal studies.
- Verified physician orders and imaging protocols before each exam.
- Maintained PACS records and completed image documentation for radiology review.
- Processed digital images using PACS system for storage, retrieval and transmission purposes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members such as nurses and physicians to provide excellent patient care services.
- Reviewed medical histories and prepared patients for exams by positioning them appropriately on the exam table.
- Prepared sterile trays containing instruments necessary for special procedures.
- Reset examination rooms between appointments by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Radiologic Technologist
Genesys Hospital
Grand Blanc, Michigan
06.2005 - 03.2018
- Performed diagnostic x-ray procedures for Genesys Imaging patients.
- Positioned patients for chest, extremity, spine, and abdominal studies.
- Verified physician orders and imaging protocols before each exam.
- Maintained PACS records and completed image documentation for radiology review.
- Applied radiation safety practices during routine imaging and shielding.
- Prepared imaging rooms, equipment, and supplies for daily patient flow.
- Assisted Genesys Imaging staff with fluoroscopy and contrast procedures.
- Processed digital images using PACS system for storage, retrieval and transmission purposes.
- Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating, and emergency rooms.
- Ensured that all documents related to patients' medical history were maintained properly according to HIPAA regulations.
- Reviewed medical histories and prepared patients for exams by positioning them appropriately on the exam table.
- Developed films manually or via automated processing systems according to departmental standards.
- Prepared contrast material, radiopharmaceuticals and anesthetic or antispasmodic drugs under direction of radiologists.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Baker Collge of Owosso
Owosso, MI 09.2005 - 06.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
Baker College of Owosso
Owosso, MI 10.2003 - 06.2005
Flushing High School
Flushing, MISkills
- X ray procedures
- Diagnostic imaging
- Plain X-Ray Film
- Darkroom experience
- Radiographic equipment operation
- Fluoroscopic procedure's
- Contrast media administration and preparation
- Portable radiography
- Bone densitometry DEXA
- Trauma imaging
- Radiation safety
- Patient positioning
- Exam room setup
- Emergency response
- Direct patient care and communiction
- PACS
- Provide quality imagaing
- Time management
Certification
American Registry of Radiographic Technologists.
Registered Radiographic Technologist
CPR Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
Regional Medical Imaging
01.2020 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Insight pain management
01.2019 - 03.2020
BBA - Business Administration
Baker Collge of Owosso
09.2005 - 06.2007
Radiologic Technologist
Genesys Hospital
06.2005 - 03.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
Baker College of Owosso
10.2003 - 06.2005
Flushing High School