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Rachelle Miracle RT(R)(CT)

Auburn,MI

Summary

Hard-working and detail-oriented healthcare professional with over 21 years of experience working in CT in a hospital setting. Proficient in determining imaging needs, positioning, and immobilizing patients for accurate scans. Adept at producing accurate diagnostic images in accordance with quality control and established department protocols. Quick to build good rapport with patients, and have been successful in easing anxiety while increasing patient cooperation. Highly motivated and knowledgeable, seeking to acquire a position as a registered Computed Tomography technologist within your organization.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CT Technologist

McLaren Bay Region
Bay City, Michigan
04.2024 - Current
  • Operated CT scanner to produce detailed, accurate imaging for patient diagnosis.
  • Prepared patients by explaining procedures and ensuring comfort during scans.
  • Monitored the patient's condition throughout the scanning process for safety.
  • Placed IVs to prepare for injection of contrast media.
  • Used hospital computer systems to verify orders, view schedules, and send information to PACS.
  • Acquired accurate patient history and documented details in medical record.
  • Performed quality control measurements on equipment daily and completed associated documentation forms accurately.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families and healthcare team members throughout the imaging process.
  • Adhered to HIPAA guidelines by maintaining confidentiality of patient information at all times.
  • Completed continuing education credits related to CT technology advancements for ARRT license renewal.

Family Sabbatical

Personal Leave
10.2021 - 04.2024
  • Advocated mental wellness: embarked on a sabbatical focusing on personal mental health and well-being, acquiring mindfulness and stress-reduction techniques that benefit both personal and professional spheres.
  • Championed for Family Health: devoted 2.5 years caregiving for ailing parents who both passed in 2022 and 2023, enhancing patience and compassion for sick patients.

CT Technologist

McLaren Bay Region
Bay City, Michigan
07.2016 - 10.2021

CT Technologist

West Branch Regional
West Branch, Michigan
01.2005 - 07.2016

Education

Associate of Science - Radiology

Delta College
University Center, MI
05-2004

Skills

  • Ability to interact effectively with patients, caregivers, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams
  • Follow all department protocols set forth to obtain accurate diagnostic images for interpretation
  • Proficiency in PACS, Windows, and radiology software systems, such as Cerner
  • Understanding of cross-sectional anatomy
  • Good communication skills
  • Adheres to all healthcare behavior standards and AIDET
  • Hospital experience with pediatric patients to geriatric patients
  • Experience with cross-training coworkers to be competent in CT
  • Efficient in venipuncture, starting IVs
  • Administering IV, oral contrast, and rectal contrast for patient scans, following provider orders
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to multi-task efficiently
  • Quick learner
  • proficient in operating Toshiba and Philips CT scanners

Certification

  • ARRT # 379277
  • passed ARRT Radiology Registry May 2004
  • passed ARRT Computed Tomography Registry February 2008
  • BLS Certification Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross)

Timeline

CT Technologist

McLaren Bay Region
04.2024 - Current

Family Sabbatical

Personal Leave
10.2021 - 04.2024

CT Technologist

McLaren Bay Region
07.2016 - 10.2021

CT Technologist

West Branch Regional
01.2005 - 07.2016

Associate of Science - Radiology

Delta College

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