RACHEL ADU FRIMPONG
Worcester,MA
Summary
Reliable Group Facilitator known for being a capable, well-trained imaging professional. A compassionate leader and team-driven employee with undeniable interpersonal skills. Pursuing a new role where hard work and dedication will be highly valued.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mammography Facilitator
EMPOLYMENT, St. Vincent Hospital
09.2014 - Current
- Perform high quality diagnostic, screening, spots compression, magnification views, needle localization procedures, stereotactic biopsies at all levels of sophistication as requested by staff radiologists, in efficient and timely manner
- Responsible for Quality Control Testing, ACR and FDA Accreditation for all 3 sites
- Provide safety and comfort for all patients, in accordance with radiation safety standards
- Responsible for all employees' performance reviews.
PRN Radiologic Technologist
Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2009 - 06.2015
- Provided for safety and comfort of all patients, in accordance with radiation safety standards
- Performed routine and portable x-rays of skull, chest, pelvis, spine abdomen and extremities
- Performed EKG's and install Holter monitors on 15 in-house patients a day as well as some clerical duties.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment
Lead Mammography Technologist
Family Health Center
12.2008 - 08.2014
- Performed all diagnostic, screening, spots compression, magnification views, and added views at all levels of sophistication as requested by staff radiologists
- Responsible for all Quality Control Testing, ACR, FDA and MQSA Accreditation
- Provided safety and comfort for all patients, in accordance with radiation safety standards.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures
PRN Radiologic Technologist
Caritas Good Samaritan Hospital
04.2009 - 03.2010
- Operated fixed radiographic units in department, operated portable radiographic equipment on nursing units and in operating room when required
- Excellent knowledge of CR/DR and PACS system with ability to resolve issues
- Provided for safety and comfort of all patients, in accordance with radiation safety standards.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility
Radiologic Technologist
The Miriam Hospital
10.2007 - 11.2008
- Performed routine and portable x-rays of skull, chest, pelvis, spine, abdomen and extremities, in addition to operating c-arm equipment
- Assisted physicians in administration of contrast media when using medrad injector in operating rooms.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation
Education
Certificate - Mammography Technology
Rhode Island School of Diagnostic Imaging Mammography
Providence, RI09.2009
Certification - Radiologic Technology
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital School of Radiography Wilkes
Wilkes-Barre, PA08.2007
Bachelor of Science - Radiography
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PA05.2007
MBA - Healthcare Administration
AnnaMaria College
Paxton, MA05.2022
Skills
- SKILLS/PROFICIENCIES
- Effective communication and presentation skills
- Safety operations and maintenance: QA and QC knowledge
- Familiar with computer programs including MIS/RIS, PACS, Meditech, Cerner Familiar with FUJI CR readers, C-Arm equipment, Hologic 3D Dimensions, Affirm, Selenia, GE and digital Mammography units
- Project Management
- Community Outreach
- Strategic Planning
- Organization and Time Management
- Self-Motivated
Certification
American Registered Radiologic Technologist ARRT (R) (M) CPR /BLS certified
Timeline
Mammography Facilitator
EMPOLYMENT, St. Vincent Hospital
09.2014 - Current
PRN Radiologic Technologist
Caritas Good Samaritan Hospital
04.2009 - 03.2010
PRN Radiologic Technologist
Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2009 - 06.2015
Lead Mammography Technologist
Family Health Center
12.2008 - 08.2014
Radiologic Technologist
The Miriam Hospital
10.2007 - 11.2008
Certificate - Mammography Technology
Rhode Island School of Diagnostic Imaging Mammography
Certification - Radiologic Technology
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital School of Radiography Wilkes
Bachelor of Science - Radiography
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
MBA - Healthcare Administration
AnnaMaria College
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