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Monetta Ussery

Multi-Modality Technologist
Abilene,United States

Summary

Respectful multi-modality technologist with 20 years of experience as flawless internal imaging technician with detailed dedication to exceptional patient care and impeccable MRI safety comprehension. Reliable operator of various imaging hardware with in-depth knowledge of routine troubleshooting and maintenance. Dedicated passion for public health and education. Expertise in MRI technology and safety with success in adopting new technologies and techniques to keep up with medical advancements. Reliable operator of CT and diagnostic imaging equipment with commitment to safety and ALARA.

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Multi-Modality Technologist

Hendrick Health System
Abilene, Texas
03.2022 - Current
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Supported colleagues with skill development and career development.
  • Provided guidance and support to junior staff members in achieving performance goals.
  • Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
  • Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
  • Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
  • Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
  • Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
  • Applied contrast media and monitored patient reactions to contrast agents.
  • Produced high-quality images for accurate, reliable review and interpretation.
  • Operated magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners for required diagnostic imaging procedures.
  • Met established protocols for safe X-ray equipment, computed tomography (CT), and MRI scanner operation.

MRI Clinical Coordinator/MRSO/OSHA/HIPAA Officer

MDI Of Abilene
Abilene, Texas
2015 - 2022
  • Ensured that proper policies and procedures for day-to-day MRI safety are enforced and maintained.
  • Developing, documenting and introducing safe working procedures for MR environment.
  • On call for questions and concerns regarding device safety when not on site.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated MR equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
  • Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
  • Handled private and confidential information in compliance with office policies and procedures.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Monitored examination room supply stock and requested resupply for low inventory.
  • Reviewed images to confirm quality scans.
  • Operated MRI equipment, set imaging factors and manipulated software to generate quality and accurate images.
  • Positioned patients to obtain quality MRI images.
  • Submitted and kept detailed patient records.
  • Administered IV drugs to patients to create contrasts on scanned images.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, state and federal guidelines relating to HIPAA/OHSA, benefits administration and general liability.
  • Planned and deployed training programs for MRI procedures and activities.
  • Planned and conducted staff training with emphasis on OSHA/HIPAA and MRI safety areas.
  • Compiled training handbook and related course materials.
  • Worked with central management to identify, plan, align and address training needs.
  • Trained and mentored all new technologists hired to fulfill MRI duties on all equipment.
  • Developed lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests for OHSA/HIPAA and MRI safety training courses.

Staff MRI Technologist

Hendrick Medical Center
Abilene, Texas
01.2005 - 12.2015
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
  • Monitored examination room supply stock and requested resupply for low inventory.
  • Reviewed images to confirm quality scans.
  • Submitted and kept detailed patient records.
  • Produced and presented patient images and relevant information to physicians for diagnosis.
  • Administered IV drugs to patients to create contrasts on scanned images.
  • Operated MRI equipment, set imaging factors and manipulated software to generate quality and accurate images.
  • Positioned patients to obtain quality MRI images.
  • Adjusted equipment to obtain optimal resolution before imaging operations.
  • Educated patients on procedure, answering questions and alleviating concerns.
  • Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
  • Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.

MRI Technologist

Diagnostic Management Group
Abilene, Texas
2013 - 2015
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated MR equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
  • Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
  • Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
  • Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
  • Reviewed images to confirm quality scans.
  • Adjusted equipment to obtain optimal resolution before imaging operations.
  • Operated MRI equipment, set imaging factors and manipulated software to generate quality and accurate images.
  • Submitted and kept detailed patient records.
  • Educated patients on procedure, answering questions and alleviating concerns.
  • Administered IV drugs to patients to create contrasts on scanned images.
  • Monitored examination room supply stock and requested resupply for low inventory.
  • Produced and presented patient images and relevant information to physicians for diagnosis.
  • Positioned patients to obtain quality MRI images.
  • Adjusted protocols for each site as needed per Radiologist discretion.
  • Traveled up to 6 hours one way for various destinations on a daily basis.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Radiologic Technologist

Hendrick Medical Center School Of Radiography
Abilene, TX
06.2002 - 04.2004

Associate of Arts -

Cisco Junior College
Abilene, TX
06.1998 - 05.2002

High School Diploma -

Merkel High School
Merkel, TX
08.1994 - 05.1998

Skills

GE Signa 15T Excite (several platforms)- 19 yrs (with applications training)

Hitahci 7T OPEN Altaire - 6 yrs

GE 10T Signa -2 yrs

Siemens 3T Syngo - 2 yrs (with applications training)

NOVAPACS, NOVARIS, RAMSOFT

Canon Aquilion (with applications training)-3 yrs

Toshiba MRI 15T - 3 yrs

Certification

Registered Radiologic Technologist - 2002

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Multi-Modality Technologist

Hendrick Health System
03.2022 - Current

Staff MRI Technologist

Hendrick Medical Center
01.2005 - 12.2015

Certificate of Technical Studies - Radiologic Technologist

Hendrick Medical Center School Of Radiography
06.2002 - 04.2004

Associate of Arts -

Cisco Junior College
06.1998 - 05.2002

High School Diploma -

Merkel High School
08.1994 - 05.1998

MRI Clinical Coordinator/MRSO/OSHA/HIPAA Officer

MDI Of Abilene
2015 - 2022

MRI Technologist

Diagnostic Management Group
2013 - 2015

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