Orislava Smosyuk
Vestal
Summary
Compassionate mammography technologist successful at performing accurate scans to meet load requirements in high-volume environments. Meticulous and systematic team player offering several years of related experience. Dedicated to giving patients top-quality care.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Mammography Technologist
UHS
Vestal
05.2021 - Current
- Performing mammography procedures using advanced imaging technology.
- Educating patients on preparation and expectations for mammography exams.
- Working with radiologists to discuss findings and patient care plans.
- Providing assistance to radiologists during ultrasound biopsies and stereotactic biopsies
- Educating patients on mammogram preparation, positioning, compression and radiation safety measures.
- Reviewing images for technical quality prior to sending them out for interpretation by a Radiologist.
- Communicating with patients regarding their examination results and any additional tests requiring.
- Performing Bone Density exams.
Radiologic Technologist
UHS
Johnson City
03.2004 - 05.2021
- Operated radiographic equipment to capture diagnostic images for patient assessment.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and radiation protection standards during procedures.
- Assisted in training new staff on radiologic procedures and equipment usage.
- Provided patient education on procedures and answered questions to alleviate concerns.
- Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating, and emergency rooms.
- Provided patient care instructions prior to radiologic procedures and administered contrast agents as needed.
- Delivered comprehensive training to students and new technologists on equipment, imaging processing, patient relations and best practices.
- Monitored patient's condition during radiologic procedures in order to maintain comfort level throughout the process.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to new developments in Radiologic Technology field.
- Prepared sterile trays containing instruments necessary for special procedures.
- Developed films manually or via automated processing systems according to departmental standards.
- Managed inventory of supplies used during radiological exams including contrast media, syringes.
- Assisted physicians in performing interventional radiology procedures including arthrograms, myelograms, lumbar punctures and fluoroscopy exams
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technologist
BCC
Binghamton, NY 08.2000 - 05.2024
Lanivtsi 1st School
Ukraine Skills
- Mammography procedures
- Imaging technology
- Image review
- Radiation safety
- Biopsy assistance
- PACS software
- Active listening
- Comfort patients
Timeline
Mammography Technologist
UHS
05.2021 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
UHS
03.2004 - 05.2021
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technologist
BCC
08.2000 - 05.2024
Lanivtsi 1st School