Melissa Schlueter
Frederick,CO
Summary
I am a compassionate Mammographer who exceeds at performing timely screening and diagnostic examinations all while providing excellent patient care. With 15 years of specific Breast Imaging experience, I am very compassionate about my patients, taking high-quality images for my Radiologist, all while being a dedicated team player.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Mammography Technologist
Common Spirit; Saint Anthony North
Westminster, CO
09.2022 - Current
- Performs screening and diagnostic mammograms following Radiologists protocol all while keeping the patient calm and comforted.
- Performs Stereotactic breast biopsies alongside another Mammographer and Radiologist; providing support and assistance to the Radiologist during the diagnostic procedure.
- Assists with ultrasound guided breast biopsies. Assisting the Radiologist, Ultrasound technologist, and/or the patient.
- Performs Bone Density scans utilizing Radiologists protocols.
- Sets up sterile trays and equipment for biopsies, device placements, etc.
- Works well with an array of Radiologist and fellow Mammographers.
- Works well with other departments and their staff members. Very much a team player both within the department and outside of the department.
- Serve a diverse caseload of ethnicities, cultures, body habitus, and genders.
- Conducted quality control procedures to ensure accuracy and proper functioning of the imaging equipment.
- Maintains patient records, including medical histories, images and reports. Ensures that all patient data is accurately entered into the system.
- Fosters relationships with patients to minimize patient anxiety and distress, which enhances patient cooperation. Not only with the patient, but also with their family members which may be accompanying them for their exam.
Mammographer
Banner Staffing
Loveland, CO
05.2018 - 09.2022
- Performed screening and diagnostic mammography examinations according to established protocols and standards.
- Worked well with an array of Radiologist and fellow Mammographers.
- Served a diverse caseload of ethnicities, cultures, body habitus, and genders. Maintained professionalism no matter the circumstance.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when dealing with patients before, during, and after their exams.
- Maintained patient records, including images, reports, and other documentation needed.
- Produced high-quality images for screening and diagnostic purposes while adhering to radiation safety regulations.
- Ensured that all necessary paperwork was properly completed prior to each examination.
Mammographer
Touchstone Imaging
Wheatridge, CO
04.2016 - 05.2018
- Worked PRN performing high quality screening mammograms following the Radiologists protocol.
- Maintained excellent customer service with my patients prior, during and after the exam.
- Ensured the Radiologist had all the appropriate images, patient history, and prior studies to make a confident diagnosis.
Radiologic Technologist
Colorado Plains Medical Center
Fort Morgan, CO
03.2008 - 01.2016
- Full time Registered RT( R ) (M) (CT)
- Worked as a full-time, multimodality, technologist for many years while being mentored in Radiology Management, Spent the last 6 months at Colorado Plains Medical Center as the Director of Medical Imaging which included X-ray, Mammography, MRI, CT, Ultrasound, Bone Density, and Nuclear Medicine.
- Lead Mammographer. Responsible for weekly, monthly, and semi-annual testing on Mammography machine. In charge of MQSA inspection and ACR accreditation process. Ensured all Mammographers were up to date with mandated education hours, quality control, etc.
- Completed diagnostic radiographic procedures with out-patients, in-patients, emergency room patients and surgical patients
- Performed x-ray imaging, CT scans, Mammograms, DEXA scans, portable and fluoroscopic procedures
- Served a diverse caseload including newborns, infants, children, adolescents, adults and geriatric patients
- Assisted Radiologist in fluoroscopic and diagnostic procedures
- PACS administrator for Radiology department
- Mastered radiology/hospital information systems including NovaPacs, IntelePacs, HMS order entry, HMS scheduling, and Health Post
- Work closely, and well, with other departments and physicians
- Clinical Coordinator for Morgan Community College Radiology program
- Belong to the 'Patient safety committee' and have participated in the 'Out-patient satisfaction committee.'
Education
Computed Tomography CT - Radiology
Medical Technology Management Institute
Online/Remote06-2014
Radiologic Technologist RT ( R ) -
AIMS Community College
05.2008
Mammographer RT ( M ) -
AIMS Community College
Skills
- Patient Care
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service Expertise
- Caring and Compassionate
- Excellent Communication
- Multitasking
- Problem-Solving
- Self Motivation
- Professionalism
- Teamwork and Collaboration
References
- Dr. Allison Roberts, (620) 218-4724, allisonroberts3@centura.org, Radiologist
- Liza Pedora, (308) 631-8484, Elizabeth.pedrosa@bannerhealth.com, Manager
- Megan Zeidlik (512) 788-6434, Meganrzeidlik@gmail.com, Staff Technologist
Timeline
Mammography Technologist
Common Spirit; Saint Anthony North
09.2022 - Current
Mammographer
Banner Staffing
05.2018 - 09.2022
Mammographer
Touchstone Imaging
04.2016 - 05.2018
Radiologic Technologist
Colorado Plains Medical Center
03.2008 - 01.2016
Computed Tomography CT - Radiology
Medical Technology Management Institute
Radiologic Technologist RT ( R ) -
AIMS Community College
Mammographer RT ( M ) -
AIMS Community College
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