RACHEL COHEN
Kent
Summary
Dynamic Radiologic Technologist with hands-on experience in medical imaging and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiologic Technologist/Student Coordinator
Overlake Medical Center & Clinics
09.2023 - Current
- Maneuvering and utilization of C-arm in sterile settings such as OR
- Operating C arm imaging in vascular procedures including angiograms, stent placements and endovascular aneurysm repairs (EVAR)
- Experienced in operating Medtronic O-arm system for intraoperative 2D and 3D imaging, primarily during spinal and orthopedic procedures.
- Mentored students during clinical rotations, providing hands-on instruction, guidance, and feedback in both diagnostic and OR settings.
- Extensive experience performing trauma imaging in high-acuity emergency settings.
- Skilled in assisting with a wide range of fluoroscopic procedures.
- Mentored first and second year students to help navigate radiology department's job duties.
Student Radiologic Technologist
Multi- Care, Good Samaritan
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
- Assisted radiologists in performing special imaging procedures.
Patient Care Technician/ Health Unit Coordinator
Overlake Medical Center
01.2018 - 04.2021
- Implemented nursing care plans by performing patient care activities under supervision of licensed nurses.
- Assisted patients with eating, bathing/grooming, and supporting activities of daily living.
- Maintained chart and filed paperwork, facilitating clerical functions.
- Transferred, admitted and discharged patients, complying with principles of safe patient handling.
- Fostered mobility with regular turning, positioning and ambulating of patients.
- Educated patients and families regarding examination, treatments and surgical procedures.
- Assisted nurses and physicians in operation of medical equipment and provision of patient care.
- Prepared patient charts for patient transfers by copying and organizing required documents according to specific criteria.
- Assembled and maintained patient medical records and other documents related to patient care.
- Collaborated with several interdisciplinary departments to coordinate care of inpatients.
- Communicated with patients, families and health care team members regarding patient care.
- Answered phone and call lights promptly, forwarding calls or information to appropriate staff.
Education
Associate in science - Radiologic Technology
Tacoma College
Tacoma, WA06.2023
Skills
- PACS software
- EPIC system
- Ziehm system
- Phillips system
- O-arm
- Contrast material
- Exceptional patient communication and education
- Shimadzu system
- Siemens system
- Vascular surgery imaging
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist/Student Coordinator
Overlake Medical Center & Clinics
09.2023 - Current
Student Radiologic Technologist
Multi- Care, Good Samaritan
09.2022 - 06.2023
Patient Care Technician/ Health Unit Coordinator
Overlake Medical Center
01.2018 - 04.2021
Associate in science - Radiologic Technology
Tacoma College