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Paula Falkner

Pensacola,FL

Summary

Skilled CT/MRI Technologist proficient in industry best practices and compliance guidelines. Adept at maintaining equipment and supplies. Bringing 40 plus years of related experience.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Staff CT Technologist

West Florida Hospital
Pensacola, FL
12.2005 - 05.2021
  • Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.

Staff CT Technologist

Hackley Hospital
Muskegon, MI
03.1997 - 09.2023

Performed CT Exams for level 2 trauma hospital.

Specialized in Biopsy and Drainage procedures.

Chief MRI Technologist

St. Francis Hospital
Poughkeepsie, NY
07.1993 - 09.1995
  • 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.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
  • Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
  • Operated MRI equipment, set imaging factors and manipulated software to generate quality and accurate images.

Senior MRI Technologist

Meditech Health Corporation
Largo, FL
09.1992 - 09.1993
  • Operated MRI equipment in a mobile settings several different OP and hospital facilities.
  • Produced and presented patient images and relevant information to physicians for diagnosis.

Staff Radiologic Technologist

United Hospital
Port Chester, NY
08.1989 - 08.1990

Staff X-Ray Technologist working in Radiology department, OR and servicing ER Department

Mammography Technologist

Nova Imaging
Clearwater, FL
08.1986 - 08.1989
  • Performed diagnostic breast mammograms and ultrasounds.
  • Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.

Chief Radiologic Technologist/Office Manager

WestCoast Radiology Imaging Center
Clearwater, FL
06.1975 - 06.1986
  • Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
  • Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
  • Staff of 8 employees

Education

Associate of Science - Radiology

Bethesda School Radiologic Technologist
Zanesville, OH
06.1969

Skills

  • Quality patient care/ patient first mind set
  • Attention to Detail
  • Records, and HIPPA Compliance
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation
  • Thorough patient screening prior to scanning to obtain quality imaging without compromising patient safety

Certification

  • MRI Certification: Certificate Number 069215 3-21-1996
  • CT Certification 069215 7-14-2011

Timeline

Staff CT Technologist

West Florida Hospital
12.2005 - 05.2021

Staff CT Technologist

Hackley Hospital
03.1997 - 09.2023

Chief MRI Technologist

St. Francis Hospital
07.1993 - 09.1995

Senior MRI Technologist

Meditech Health Corporation
09.1992 - 09.1993

Staff Radiologic Technologist

United Hospital
08.1989 - 08.1990

Mammography Technologist

Nova Imaging
08.1986 - 08.1989

Chief Radiologic Technologist/Office Manager

WestCoast Radiology Imaging Center
06.1975 - 06.1986

Associate of Science - Radiology

Bethesda School Radiologic Technologist
Paula Falkner