Rebecca Lewis
Radiologic Technologist
Prosper,TX
Summary
Patient-focused Radiologic Technologist with over six years of experience. Approachable and nurturing with acute awareness of patient comfort level and adaptability in unprecedented scenarios. Motivated to learn, grow, and excel in a hospital, mobile, urgent care, or medical office setting.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Lead Radiologic Technologist - Special Procedures
Baylor Scott & White - Brain And Spine Center
Plano, TX
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Prepared imaging equipment in alignment with strict safety and hygiene protocols for pain management procedures.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment when preparing the procedure suite before, during, and after procedures.
- Monitored and adjusted C-arm for optimal quality standards.
- Assisted Interventional Pain Management Physicians with setting up for procedures, in-procedure asssitance and imaging, and post procedure documentation.
- Provided support to the Nursing Staff by assisting with documentation scanning and other office tasks, and cleaning and stocking the procedure suite and ancillary rooms.
- Utilized sterile technique and infection-control guidelines to maintain a clean and safe environment within the procedure suite before, during, and after procedures.
Radiologic Technologist
Cook Children's Medical Center
Prosper, TX
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Founding Member of Radiology Team, Instrumental in Establishing Department for New Hospital
- Captured images in a pediatric setting using a variety of equipment in operating rooms, fluoroscopy procedure rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Served as informational resource for patients and families by educating about imaging processes and addressing questions and concerns.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Applied contrast media and monitored patient reactions to contrast agents.
- Collaborated with wider healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
Radiologic Technologist
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
Plano, TX
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images
- Created images using fluoroscopy, C-arm, stationary diagnostic and portable x-ray equipment to help physicians assess and diagnose patients.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
Mobile Radiologic Technologist
BioStat
Addison, TX
12.2019 - 08.2022
- Applied and positioned mobile x-ray equipment to take images following set parameters for patients in skilled nursing, rehabilitation and independent living facilities.
- Obtained best imaging by determining exposure factors for individual patients.
- Operated EKG equipment to produce diagnostic reports for cardiologists.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
Radiologic Technologist
Holy Cross Hospital
Germantown, MD
09.2017 - 07.2019
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients, establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Executed various types of diagnostic imaging procedures on patients ranging in age from toddler to adult.
- Produced high-quality images for accurate, reliable review and interpretation.
Radiologic Technologist/Medical Assistant
Medical Access Urgent Care
Germantown, MD
11.2017 - 04.2019
- Completed x-rays safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Performed electrocardiograms and injections, facilitated vision and hearing tests, and assisted with suture removal, splinting, and dressing changes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
Student Radiologic Technologist
Medstar Washington Hospital Center
Washington, DC
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images.
- Adhered closely to quality control standards in development and labeling of diagnostic imaging materials, updating patient profiles with relevant information.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA.
- Used radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to maintain safety of patients and staff.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
Education
Radiologic Technology
Medstar Washington Hospital Medical Imaging School
Washington, DC 08.2015 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ashford University
San Diego, CA 08.2007 - 03.2010
Skills
Diagnostic Imaging
Patient shielding techniques
Patient confidentiality
EMR / EHR
Patient Advocacy
Direct Patient Care
Medical Records Management
Patient education
Infection Control And Aseptic Procedures
Clerical Duties
Customer Focused
Affiliations
- Member of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, 2017 to Current
Certification
Medical Radiologic Technologist - State of Texas
Timeline
Lead Radiologic Technologist - Special Procedures
Baylor Scott & White - Brain And Spine Center
10.2023 - 03.2024
Radiologic Technologist
Cook Children's Medical Center
09.2022 - 09.2023
Radiologic Technologist
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
04.2021 - 09.2022
Medical Radiologic Technologist - State of Texas
08-2020
Mobile Radiologic Technologist
BioStat
12.2019 - 08.2022
Basic Life Support
03-2019
Radiologic Technologist/Medical Assistant
Medical Access Urgent Care
11.2017 - 04.2019
Radiologic Technologist
Holy Cross Hospital
09.2017 - 07.2019
Radiologic Technologist - State of Maryland
07-2017
Certified Radiologic Technologist - ARRT
06-2017
Radiologic Technology
Medstar Washington Hospital Medical Imaging School
08.2015 - 05.2017
Student Radiologic Technologist
Medstar Washington Hospital Center
08.2015 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ashford University
08.2007 - 03.2010