PATREA BEARD
Trenton,TN
Summary
Reliable and skilled Radiology Technologist with sixteen years experience. Detailed oriented and focused on quality completion of all radiology and clinical procedures, while maintaining a professional but caring attitude. Manages well under pressure alone or with others and works in a timely fashion. Excellent reputation for resolving problems, by troubleshooting computer issues with new system, and using computer skills for overall operational improvements.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
X-Ray Technologist
Midsouth Pain Treatment Surgery Center
Jackson, TN
12.2020 - Current
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture images, using c-arm during procedures. Adjusted c-arm position as required for different views.
- Positioned patients for optimal comfort and set up effective sterile trays before procedures.
- Provided injectable medications to physician, maintaining sterile field.
- Maintained examination rooms and restocked medical and radiologic supplies.
Radiologic Technologist
Henry County Medical Center
Paris, TN
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Adhered closely to quality control standards in developing and labeling of diagnostic imaging materials.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films and chemicals.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides.
- Helped patients into proper positions for procedures and provided instructions on remaining still for duration of each scan.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
Radiology Technologist
Perry Community Hospital
Linden, TN
08.2017 - 11.2020
- Performed diagnostic radiology exams and Cat Scan in 16.5 hour shifts
- Maintained clean, healthy and safe environment
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions when transporting patients
- Administered IV contrast materials
Clinical Tech
Fast Pace Urgent Care
Lexington: Union City, Tennessee
10.2016 - 02.2017
- Performed x-rays. Gave nebulizer treatments during 12 hour shifts
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight, height measurements and took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure. Performed glucose testing and urinalysis
- Administered medications, injections, did in house lab test.
Radiology Technologist
WTH GIBSON GENERAL/ WTH JACKSON MADISON GENERAL HOSPITAL
Jackson , Tennessee
12.2008 - 07.2016
- Performed CT's at Gibson General Hospital 2008-2013, Worked in ER as well as main department at Jackson Madison 2013-2016
- Performs diagnostic radiology exams and transported patients
- Uses C-Arm in Surgery, For Pain Blocks and for Swallow studies with video
- Prepared specimens for analysis and delivered for testing
- Maintained current knowledge of developments in technical instrumentation
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs
- CR and Digital images with PACS
Education
Associates Degree - Radiology Technology
MEDVANCE INSTITUTE
Baton Rouge2003
Skills
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification
- Radiologic Diagnostic Imaging, CAT scans, and C-Arm
- Patient Care, Shielding Techniques and Positioning
- Computer skills, PAC's and RIS knowledge
- Digital and CR filming system Equipment Maintenance
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Sharp critical thinker
- Patient vital signs and history obtained
- Streptococcal, Flu, Mono, hCG pregnancy, and Urinalysis test
- Assisted Doctor in minor procedures, maintaining sterile field when necessary
- HIPAA
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
Henry County Medical Center
05.2022 - 07.2022
X-Ray Technologist
Midsouth Pain Treatment Surgery Center
12.2020 - Current
Radiology Technologist
Perry Community Hospital
08.2017 - 11.2020
Clinical Tech
Fast Pace Urgent Care
10.2016 - 02.2017
Radiology Technologist
WTH GIBSON GENERAL/ WTH JACKSON MADISON GENERAL HOSPITAL
12.2008 - 07.2016
Associates Degree - Radiology Technology
MEDVANCE INSTITUTE
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