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Melissa Poe

Chester,IL

Summary

Organized Radiology Technologist versed in operating imaging equipment to process diagnostic tests. Adheres to safety regulations to protect personnel and patients from radiation. Compassionate practitioner with exceptional communication and rapport-building skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Radiologic Technologist

Memorial Hospital
Chester, IL
05.2020 - Current
  • Maintained a safe environment by adhering to radiation safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Processed digital images using PACS system for storage, retrieval and transmission purposes.
  • Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
  • Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating, and emergency rooms.
  • Inspected equipment regularly for proper functioning and reported any malfunctions promptly.
  • Delivered comprehensive training to students and new technologists on equipment, imaging processing, patient relations and best practices.
  • Positioned patients and x-ray and CT equipment, and implemented beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure.
  • Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
  • Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient and medical record confidentiality.
  • Offered assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured and disabled patients.

Office Assistant

Construction Supply Inc
Chester, IL
08.2016 - 03.2020
  • Maintained an organized filing system of paper documents and electronic files.
  • Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and efficiently.
  • Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to improve organizational workflow.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology

Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL
05-2020

Skills

  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Positioning
  • Patient Safety
  • HIPAA
  • Quality Control

Languages

American Sign Language
Limited

Timeline

Radiologic Technologist

Memorial Hospital
05.2020 - Current

Office Assistant

Construction Supply Inc
08.2016 - 03.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology

Southwestern Illinois College

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