Melissa Williamson
Lodi,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cath Lab Technologist
Dameron Hospital
Stockton, CA
04.2011 - Current
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterizations, angioplasties, pacemaker and ICD implants, pulmonary embolism treatments, and other related procedures.
- Provided technical assistance to physicians by ensuring proper positioning of patients on imaging table and adjusting equipment settings as needed for optimal image quality.
- Calibrated Cath Lab equipment according to established protocols in order to ensure accuracy of results.
- Maintained sterile technique while setting up tables with necessary supplies and instruments prior to each procedure.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members and healthcare team members in order to provide a safe, comfortable environment throughout the procedure.
- Monitored patients during the procedure for any changes in condition or response to treatment.
- Assisted with training of new personnel on Cath Lab techniques as needed.
- Participated in continuing education activities designed to maintain knowledge base regarding new developments in Cath Lab technology.
- Demonstrated ability to respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Applied radiation safety measures to protect staff from radiation exposure when operating x-ray equipment.
CT Technologist
Dameron Hospital
Stockton, CA
07.2009 - 04.2011
- Performed CT scans on patients, ensuring proper positioning and appropriate imaging techniques.
- Operated multi-slice scanner for a variety of complex examinations such as vascular, trauma, neurology, abdomen, pelvis, head, neck and orthopedics.
- Used hospital computer systems to verify orders, view schedules and send information to PACs.
- Operated CT equipment to generate quality images and troubleshot problems.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families and healthcare team members throughout the imaging process.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, CA06-2009
Skills
- Radiation Safety
- Vitals Monitoring
- Attention to Detail
- ECG Rhythm Interpretation
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Organizational Skills
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Effective Communication
Certification
- Diagnostic Radiologic Technology RHF: 00096892
- Fluoroscopy RHF: 0096892
- Computed Tomography (CT) #452604
- Cardiac Interventional Radiology (CI) #452604
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Timeline
Cath Lab Technologist
Dameron Hospital
04.2011 - Current
CT Technologist
Dameron Hospital
07.2009 - 04.2011
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
San Joaquin Delta College