Monica Davis
Elkhart,TX
Summary
Patient-focused professional experienced in radiology equipment, procedures and diagnostic requirements. Supports clinical staff with quality imagery and thorough assessments. Caring with patients needing extra support and comfort during challenging procedures. 33 Years of experience in the Diagnostic Imaging department with 20 years of Leadership in staffing the department.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Tech Radiology Department
Palestine Regional Medical Center
Palestine, TX
06.1997 - Current
- Performed radiologic examinations utilizing computed tomography, digital radiography
- Conducted quality control tests on all radiologic equipment to ensure accuracy of images produced.
- Provided patient care instructions prior to radiologic procedures and administered contrast agents as needed.
- Processed digital images using PACS system for storage, retrieval and transmission purposes.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to radiation safety protocols and guidelines.
- Assisted physicians in performing interventional radiology procedures including biopsies, catheter placements and drainages.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members such as nurses and physicians to provide excellent patient care services.
- Monitored patient's condition during radiologic procedures in order to maintain comfort level throughout the process.
- Educated patients about radiological procedure risks, benefits and alternatives as well as post-exam restrictions or instructions.
- Operated portable x-ray machines in order to capture images of patients at bedside or other locations inside the hospital premises.
- Ensured that all documents related to patients' medical history were maintained properly according to HIPAA regulations.
- Delivered comprehensive training to students and new technologists on equipment, imaging processing, patient relations and best practices.
- Completed general administrative tasks to support radiology department. Including Scheduling for the Radiology department for 20 years
Radiologic Technologist
Baylor Medical Center
Dallas, TX
05.1994 - 06.1997
- Worked in Emergency department at Level 1 trauma center taking radiographs on critical patients.
- Provided patient care instructions prior to radiologic procedures and administered contrast agents as needed.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to radiation safety protocols and guidelines.
Radiologic Technologist
Lincoln General Hospital
Ruston, LA
10.1991 - 05.1994
- Performed radiologic examinations utilizing computed tomography, diagnostic imaging.
- Provided patient care instructions prior to radiologic procedures and administered contrast agents as needed.
- Processed digital images using PACS system for storage, retrieval and transmission purposes.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to radiation safety protocols and guidelines.
- Assisted physicians in performing interventional radiology procedures including biopsies, catheter placements and drainages.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members such as nurses and physicians to provide excellent patient care services.
- Monitored patient's condition during radiologic procedures in order to maintain comfort level throughout the process.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiology Technologist
Tyler Junior College
Tyler Texas08-1991
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Safety protocol adherence
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Initiative and Self-motivation
- Diagnostic imaging
- Professional demeanor
- Caring and compassionate
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Christian
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Year in 2015
Certification
- ARRT
- CPR
- TEXAS MEDICAL BOARD LISCENSE 252703
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Tech Radiology Department
Palestine Regional Medical Center
06.1997 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Baylor Medical Center
05.1994 - 06.1997
Radiologic Technologist
Lincoln General Hospital
10.1991 - 05.1994
- ARRT
- CPR
- TEXAS MEDICAL BOARD LISCENSE 252703
Associate of Science - Radiology Technologist
Tyler Junior College
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