Rebecca Pflugh
New Brighton,PA
Summary
Dedicated CT Technologist with extensive experience at Heritage Valley Beaver, excelling in patient care and image quality enhancement. Proficient in GE CT scanners and TeraRecon for advanced imaging. Currently holds certifications in RT, MR, CT, and CPR. Recognized for compassionate communication and problem-solving skills, significantly improving patient satisfaction and diagnostic accuracy in high-pressure environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
CT Technologist
Heritage Valley Beaver
Beaver, PA
07.2021 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
- Collaborated with radiologists to optimize image quality, leading to improved diagnostic accuracy.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate care and effective communication throughout the imaging process.
- Monitored patient's well-being during exams and recognized discomfort or medical problems and took appropriate action.
- Utilized advanced software tools on modality and Terarecon for image reconstruction, significantly improving diagnostic clarity for complex cases.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities when troubleshooting issues with GE scanner equipment or imaging procedures.
- Optimized use of contrast materials by accurately calculating dosages based on patient weight and medical history.
- Facilitated emergency room diagnostics, rapidly responding to urgent scan requests for critical patients.
- Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures such as biopsies, drainage, and injections.
- Perform high quality cardiac exams and share images with heartflow.
- Share images with other networks through Powershare.
Radiologic Technologist
Heritage Valley Beaver
Beaver, PA
01.2009 - Current
- Enhanced patient experience with compassionate communication and meticulous attention to detail during examinations.
- Assisted in training new Radiologic Technologists on department policies, procedures, equipment usage, and best practices for patient care.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
Radiologic Technologist
Ellwood City Hospital
Ellwood City, PA
01.2006 - 12.2008
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing diagnostic imaging procedures, including X-rays and simple CT scans.
Radiologic Technologist
Heritage Valley Beaver
Beaver, PA
06.2004 - 10.2006
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Collaborated with radiologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate diagnoses through high-quality imaging results.
Education
Certificate - Computed Tomography
Ct Tech Bootcamp
Online01.2022
Diploma - MRI Technology
Community College of Beaver County
Monaca, PA05.2010
Diploma - Radiologic Technologist
Heritage Valley School of Radiology
Beaver, PA06.2004
Skills
*Proficient scanning on GE CT scanners
*Perform post processing utilizing both the CT scanner and Tera Recon
*Work with radiologists and IR staff performing procedures such as biopsies, drainages, and injections
*Perform cardiac studies, post process cardiac studies using TeraRecon, and send to heartflow
*Utilize the lowest dose and calculate proper amount of contast to be administered based on weight and history or patient
*Strong knowledge of cross sectional anatomy
Timeline
CT Technologist
Heritage Valley Beaver
07.2021 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Heritage Valley Beaver
01.2009 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Ellwood City Hospital
01.2006 - 12.2008
Radiologic Technologist
Heritage Valley Beaver
06.2004 - 10.2006
Certificate - Computed Tomography
Ct Tech Bootcamp
Diploma - MRI Technology
Community College of Beaver County
Diploma - Radiologic Technologist
Heritage Valley School of Radiology