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Patrick Koon RT(R)(MR)

Union City,CA

Summary

Driven professional with a broad range of experience in radiology, sales & marketing seeking to leverage a polished background to take the next step with a respected organization. A hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. I am devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

MR Clinical Sales Specialist

GE Healthcare
San Francisco, CA
01.2009 - Current
  • Assisted in developing strategies for new product launches.
  • Provided technical support when required while selling clinical products.
  • Help with recommendations to customers to promote effectiveness and product benefits.
  • Tested developed applications for functionality, performance, and scalability before deployment.
  • Applied application product support to end users
  • Liaised with clients to clarify business challenges and objectives to optimize the performance of existing systems.
  • Updated software upon release of vendor patches to mitigate vulnerabilities.
  • Prepared presentations on clinical products for physicians and other medical professionals.
  • Communicated effectively with clientele to maintain customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Negotiated and closed deals
  • Participated in trade shows, conferences, symposiums, and events related to the clinical sales industry.
  • Provided product training to medical staff in hospitals and clinics.
  • Conducted product demonstrations and presentations to healthcare professionals.
  • Maintained relationships with key customers, healthcare providers, and stakeholders.

MR & CT Clinical Software Specialist

GE Healthcare
Los Angeles, CA
01.2005 - 01.2009
  • Attended conferences and tradeshows representing the company's brand.
  • Maintained accurate sales forecasting reports.
  • Collaborated with the marketing team on campaigns targeting specific market segments.
  • Educated customers on how to use the software product effectively.
  • Arranged demonstrations or equipment trials to persuade customers and drive sales.
  • Maintained knowledge of current industry trends, competitor offerings, and new technology developments.
  • Diagnosed and addressed problems with installed equipment.
  • Developed and wrote technical documentation for products.

MR Advanced Application Specialists

GE Healthcare
Milwaukee, WI
06.2000 - 01.2005
  • Facilitated productive clinical and technical customer relationships through intentional external communications.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient workflow processes.
  • Provided technical support for customers in resolving complex issues.
  • Wrote and submitted reports on industry trends, prompting managers to develop business plans.
  • Generated reports to track performance metrics of team members.
  • Participated in ongoing training and compliance activities.
  • Leveraged specialized knowledge to act as subject matter expert within organization.

PACS Marketing Specialist

GE Healthcare
New York , NY
11.1998 - 06.2000
  • Organized meetings with clients and partners to discuss marketing plans and objectives.
  • Generated sales and exposure by providing relevant product information.
  • Attended meetings and studied material to remain current on promotion techniques and service benefits.
  • Developed and monitored targeted market plans to achieve marketing objectives.
  • Provided administrative support when needed including scheduling appointments or organizing documents.
  • Generated reports on sales figures, market share analysis, ROI calculations.
  • Recommended policy changes to improve marketing tactics and strategies.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries via phone calls or emails.
  • Conducted research to determine ideal markets for products and services.

MR Clinical Application Specialist

GE Healthcare
Chicago, IL
12.1990 - 11.1998
  • Provided technical support and troubleshooting assistance for clinical users having difficulty with electronic health record systems.
  • Conducted research into new technologies that could improve patient care processes.
  • Spearheaded training programs for health information technology.
  • Traveled to customer locations to facilitate training classes and perform demonstrations.
  • Answered software and clinical application questions with detailed explanations and examples.
  • Drafted training materials, presentations, manuals and SOPs to support informatics policies and procedures.
  • Used informatics science to design and implement health information technology applications, resolving clinical or health care administrative problems.

Interventional /CT /& MRI Radiology Technologist

George Washington University Hospital
Washington, DC
02.1985 - 12.1990
  • Reviewed diagnostic images for accuracy and appropriateness prior to submission for interpretation by a radiologist.
  • Set up sterile tables and prepared patients using aseptic techniques.
  • Assisted radiologists in the performance of complex interventional radiology procedures including angiography, embolization, and biopsies.
  • Performed quality control tests on imaging equipment as per established protocols.
  • Performed radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing quality images for timely interpretation.
  • Wrote reports summarizing testing procedures and outcomes for physicians.
  • Developed new protocols based on changes in technology or advances in diagnostic tools and techniques.

Combat Field Medic /Lead CT Technologist

US Army
Washington, DC
02.1982 - 06.1985
  • Operated CT scanner systems safely and efficiently in order to produce high-quality images.
  • Collaborated with other departments regarding scheduling and patient care needs.
  • Fostered relationships with patients to minimize anxiety and distress and enhance cooperation.
  • Wrote reports outlining findings of diagnostic testing and imaging services.
  • Followed all safety regulations required by local government agencies.
  • Offered assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured and disabled patients.
  • Coordinated with vendors regarding maintenance or repairs of equipment as needed.
  • Provided medical care to injured personnel in remote locations.

Education

Associate of Science - Radiography Technologist

St. Phillips College
San Antonio, TX
05-1984

Skills

  • MR Expect - 02T to 94T Systems
  • MRI Breast
  • MRI Focus Ultrasound
  • MRI Spectro
  • fMRI
  • MRI Hyperpolarization
  • MR & CT Cardiac
  • Skilled in Post Processing MR, CT, & PET
  • PACS, EMR & RIS Administration
  • GE MR Software Expect
  • GE AW @ AW Server Software
  • Presentations
  • Onsite Evaluations
  • Business Development
  • Customer Technical Support
  • Customer Needs Analysis
  • Customer Service

Certification

  • AMERICAN REGISTRY OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS (ARRT) - 1985(R) 1995 (MRI)
  • California Radiology License - Current

Publications /Abstracts

  • Publications /Abstracts
  • Wide band radio frequency pulse sequence for evaluation of myocardial scar in patients with cardiac implantable devices ( 2024 )
  • Comparing Dual Shimming with Average Single Shimming on Fat Suppression Techniques - ISMRM (2023)
  • Predicting Breath-Hold Liver Diffusion MRI from Free-Breathing Data using a Convocational Neural Network (CNN) -ISMRM (2022)
  • Differentiation of brain tumor-related edema based on 3D T1rho imaging (2017)
  • Acknowledgements - Publications /Abstracts
  • Hyperpolarized 13C Dynamic Breath-held Molecular Imaging to Detect Targeted Therapy Response in Patients with Liver Metastases
  • Coil Combination Methods for Multi-Channel Hyperpolarized 13C Imaging Data from Human Studies
  • Quantification of 89Zr-Iron Oxide Nanoparticle Bio Distribution Using PET-MR and Ultrashort TE Sequences
  • Regional Articular Cartilage Abnormalities of the Hip
  • Evaluation of Intra and Inter Scanner Reliability of MRI Protocols for Spinal Cord Gray Matter and Total Cross-Sectional Area Measurements
  • ‘‘Flying Through’’and‘‘Flying Around’’a PET/CT Scan: Pilot Study and Development of 3DIntegrated18FFDG PET/CT for Virtual Bronchoscopy and Colonoscopy

Timeline

MR Clinical Sales Specialist

GE Healthcare
01.2009 - Current

MR & CT Clinical Software Specialist

GE Healthcare
01.2005 - 01.2009

MR Advanced Application Specialists

GE Healthcare
06.2000 - 01.2005

PACS Marketing Specialist

GE Healthcare
11.1998 - 06.2000

MR Clinical Application Specialist

GE Healthcare
12.1990 - 11.1998

Interventional /CT /& MRI Radiology Technologist

George Washington University Hospital
02.1985 - 12.1990

Combat Field Medic /Lead CT Technologist

US Army
02.1982 - 06.1985

Associate of Science - Radiography Technologist

St. Phillips College
Patrick Koon RT(R)(MR)