Naimah Brown
Lake Wylie,SC
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Mobile MRI Technologist
Novant Health Mobile Imaging
Charlotte
03.2024 - Current
- Works on GE 29x platform, GE 16x platform, 1.5T, Siemens Espree/Avanto 1.5T platforms
- Travels to different outpatient imaging centers within the Charlotte metro area
- Scans various MRI procedures at various Outpatient imaging centers (MedQuest)
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs communicates with Radiologist as needed
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation
- Prepares and administers contrast materials for imaging procedures
- Trains new staff.
MRI Technologist
Novant Health Outpatient Imaging transitioned to MedQuest Associates (Jan 2024)
Charlotte
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs communicates with Radiologist as needed
- Worked on GE 1.5T magnet 23X platform
- Scan various MRI procedures, neuro, body, msk, breast imaging
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation
- Prepared and administered contrast materials for imaging procedures
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Lead MRI Technologist
Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center
Charlotte
07.2018 - 09.2023
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs communicates with Radiologist as needed
- Operates Siemens Aera 1.5T to produce Optimal images for the Radiologist to dictate
- Administered intravenous contrast agents per protocol
- Trained and assists Neurosurgeon with implementation of Insightec, the first to be offered in the Carolinas that utilizes Ultrasound Focused and MRI Guided technology for treating essential Tremors and Parkinson's
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, like contrast materials, nursing supplies, Insightec supplies and MRI supplies to reorder and restock
- Responsible for creating the Call and Holiday Call schedule and placing employee leave requests into SharePoint site
- Trains and signs off on PRN Technologist rotating in the department
- Educates patients on procedure details, provides instructions, and answers questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation
- Post processed images and send images to PACS
- Resolve QA issues, merge studies.
Lead MRI /X-Ray Technologist
SpecOrtho
Fort Mill
01.2018 - 07.2018
- Responsible for all Radiology services
- Performs orthopedic x-rays and MSK MRI's
- Hitachi Aires II Open MRI scanner
- Works closely with orthopedic surgeon
- Radiology consultant
- Performed administrative duties such as checking in patients and communicating with Insurance companies to obtain MRI authorizations
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic and MRI equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
MRI Technologist
Charlotte Radiology PA
Charlotte
01.2016 - 02.2018
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs
- Worked at fixed locations and Mobile MRI sites
- Operated GE 1.5T magnet 23x Platform
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation
- Prepared and administered contrast materials for imaging procedures
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Travel MRI Technologist
Aureus Medical Staffing Agency
San Francisco
05.2015 - 08.2015
- UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital
- Worked on a Philips Ingenia 1.5T, GE 1.5T and 3T magnets performing pediatric MRI exams
- 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, including HIPAA
- Prepared and administered contrast materials for imaging procedures
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
MRI Technologist
Atrium Health formerly known as Carolinas Healthcare System
Monroe
11.2013 - 05.2015
- Worked on Philips Achieva 1.5T MRI Magnet
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation
- Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
MRI Technologist
Alliance HealthCare Services
Charlotte
09.2012 - 05.2024
- PRN Mobile MRI Technologist, Travel to hospitals, orthopedic, and physician offices in the Greater Charlotte area, Concord, Mooresville, Gastonia, and Chester SC areas
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation
- Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed
- Served customers in a friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service.
Student MRI Tech Assistant
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
Mechanicsville
05.2010 - 04.2012
- Assisted MRI Technologist with patients, by bringing patients back to MRI suite
- Prepared patient for exam
- Cleaned and prepped room between patients
- Stocked linen and MRI supplies
- Assisted with moving, lifting inpatients and outpatients.
Radiologic Technologist
HCA Independence Park Imaging
Richmond
05.2010 - 03.2012
- Performed xrays on various patients from pediatrics to geriatrics
- Practiced safe radiation standards, ALARA.
Staffing Coordinator
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
Mechanicsville
02.2004 - 05.2010
- Adjusted, and manipulated staffing needs in a 225-bed hospital
- MedSurg, Ortho, PCU, ICU/CCU, Neuro, Tele, Women/Maternity, PACU, ER
- Communicated with Nurse Managers, Nurses, CNAs, Secretaries
- Worked closely with Nursing Supervisors and Bed Placement for hospital census
- Communicated with Funeral Homes when a patient expired, released expired patients from the morgue
- Participated in Bed Huddle regarding hospital census, staffing issues/needs, and hospital concerns.
Timeline
Mobile MRI Technologist
Novant Health Mobile Imaging
03.2024 - Current
MRI Technologist
Novant Health Outpatient Imaging transitioned to MedQuest Associates (Jan 2024)
10.2023 - 03.2024
Lead MRI Technologist
Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center
07.2018 - 09.2023
Lead MRI /X-Ray Technologist
SpecOrtho
01.2018 - 07.2018
MRI Technologist
Charlotte Radiology PA
01.2016 - 02.2018
Travel MRI Technologist
Aureus Medical Staffing Agency
05.2015 - 08.2015
MRI Technologist
Atrium Health formerly known as Carolinas Healthcare System
11.2013 - 05.2015
MRI Technologist
Alliance HealthCare Services
09.2012 - 05.2024
Student MRI Tech Assistant
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
05.2010 - 04.2012
Radiologic Technologist
HCA Independence Park Imaging
05.2010 - 03.2012
Staffing Coordinator
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
02.2004 - 05.2010
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