Miguel Vasquez

East Stroudsburg,PA

Summary

Professional in radiology with strong expertise in interventional procedures. Known for precision in imaging techniques, patient care, and safety protocols. Strong collaborator, easily adapting to evolving clinical demands. Valued for reliability, technical skills, and focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Diagnostic Interventional Radiology Technologist

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Pocono

01.2017 - Current

Advanced department efficiency with timely completion of documentation for patient records, procedural reports, and billing information.
Demonstrated adaptability to various situations by efficiently handling emergency cases alongside routine exams without compromising quality of care.
Optimized resource utilization by effectively scheduling patients for their respective exams while minimizing wait times.
Provided ongoing support to physicians, nurses, and other medical staff for optimal patient care during interventional radiology procedures.
Boosted workplace morale with excellent communication skills, fostering a positive environment among team members.
Contributed to the reduction of complications by meticulously following sterile technique guidelines during invasive procedures.
Enhanced staff competency through active involvement in training new technologists on department protocols and equipment usage.
Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.

Radiologic Technologist

Pocono Medical Center

08.2006 - 01.2017

Enhanced patient experience with compassionate communication and meticulous attention to detail during examinations.
Performed Imaging for cases in the Operating Room
Assisted in training new Radiologic Technologists on department policies, procedures, equipment usage, and best practices for patient care.
Cultivated a positive team atmosphere by sharing knowledge, offering assistance, and fostering collaboration among colleagues.
Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
Collaborated with radiologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate diagnoses through high-quality imaging results.
Optimized image quality by adjusting technical factors according to specific patient needs or clinical indications within prescribed dose limits.
Ensured patient safety and compliance with radiation protection standards, significantly reducing exposure risks.
Collaborated with radiologists to refine imaging techniques, resulting in clearer diagnostic images.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Radiology

Northhampton Community College

3835 Green Pond Road Bethlehem PA 18020

06-2006

Skills

Image-guided biopsies
Cross-sectional anatomy

Interventional radiology
Stent placement proficiency

Accomplishments

I Trained numerous new radiology employees and have helped proctor many radiology, medical and nursing students who shadow in our dept. I have cross covered in the Operating Room when they have been short staffed for the day and our dept in IR was staffed well for the day. I have also staffed after my shift or volunteered to take call to help out in our dept when needed.

Certification

ARRT

BLS

Additional Languages

Spanish

Full Professional

Interests

Listening to music and dancing

Traveling to different places

Performing and watching magic shows

DJ work

Enjoying time with friends and family

Cooking and Fitness

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