Roy Bartels
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Methodical and detail-oriented CT Technologist with 25 years of experience. Expert in determining imaging needs, positioning and immobilizing patients, administering oral and IV contrast media, and adept in producing accurate diagnostic images in accordance to established protocols. Developed critical skills in fast-paced clinical environments, focusing on patient care and advanced imaging techniques. Demonstrated ability to manage complex imaging procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Highly motivated, dependable, and consistent due to superb work ethic and acumen as an imaging specialist. Seeking to leverage transferrable skills to acquire a position with a progressive organization that will allow me to expand my knowledge within the field of Computed Tomography.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead CT Technologist
Paradise Valley Hospital
05.2001 - Current
- Educate patients on procedure details, provide instructions and answer questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Handle private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA.
- Efficiently perform routine scans with both GE Revolution EVO and GE LightSpeed VCT 64-slice scanners as per ordering physician in compliance with department guidelines and imaging protocols set forth by Radiologists.
- Routinely start peripheral IVs on outpatients, prepare and administer contrast materials for imaging procedures; skilled and comfortable with full-scope of CT protocols, including Stroke, CT Angiography, Coronary CT Angiography, and CT guided procedures.
- Highly proficient in prospective and retrospective exam splitting, retro image reconstruction, multi-planar reformation (MPR), and 3D post-processing.
- Created and continually update protocol manuals within guidelines set by Radiologists, perform daily QA phantom tests, and helped physicists prepare and submit application and materials for ACR accreditation.
- Operated X-ray and mobile imaging equipment in surgical settings.
- Operated equipment safely and maintained A.L.A.R.A. standards while performing all types of procedures.
- Trained multiple technologists to be competent in Computed Tomography, as well as proficient with GE 64-slice scanners.
- Responsible for maintaining schedule for CT department
- Senior Technologist currently on staff at Paradise Valley Hospital.
CT Technologist
Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
- Promoted departmental efficiency through excellent time management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA.
- Optimized scanning parameters based on individualized patient factors such as size, age, pathology, or medical history.
- Highly proficient in prospective and retrospective exam splitting, retro image reconstruction, multi-planar reformation (MPR), and 3D post-processing.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Senior CT Technologist
UC San Diego Health
09.2019 - 03.2022
- Worked at both Thornton Hospital and the Koman Outpatient Pavillion in La Jolla 2019-2020. Worked at the Level I Trauma Hospital at Hillcrest Medical Center 2021-2022.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provide instructions and answer questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation... which in turn ensures optimal image quality by minimizing possible motion artifact.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA.
- Highly efficient with operating the Canon Aquilion 320-slice scanner... as well as both GE HD Discovery and GE Revolution 64-slice scanners.
- Routinely performed CT procedures accurately as per ordering physician, while in compliance with department guidelines and imaging protocols set forth by Radiologists; occasionally start peripheral IVs, prepare and administer contrast materials for imaging procedures, and expeditiously skilled and comfortable with full-scope of CT protocols, including Stroke, Trauma, Coronary CT Angiography, and Multi-Phase Imaging.
- Improved patient care by ensuring accurate and timely imaging.
- Comfortable and efficient with the fast-paced and high-volume setting of a Level 1 Trauma Center.
- Highly proficient in prospective and retrospective exam splitting, retro image reconstruction, multi-planar reformation (MPR), and 3D post-processing. Comfortable with "head-to-toe" imaging requiring only one contrast bolus injection; with multiple exam splits of various body parts while attaching to correct accession numbers.
- Perform daily QA phantom tests.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Radiologic Technologist
First Call Medical Staffing
08.2000 - 05.2001
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA.
- Reviewed physicians’ orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated X-ray equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images in accordance with department protocols set by Radiologist. Perform full-scope radiographic and fluoroscopic exams within outpatient, inpatient, and operating room settings.
- Minimized patients’ exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques. Operated equipment safely and maintained A.L.A.R.A. standards while performing all types of procedures.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials for imaging procedures.
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Gained invaluable experience working in multiple clinical settings; consistently demonstrated ability to effectively adapt to varying challenges unique to each hospital or healthcare setting.
Radiologic Technologist
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
08.1999 - 05.2000
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients, establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA.
- Reviewed physicians’ orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated X-ray equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images in accordance with department protocols set by Radiologist. Perform full-scope radiographic and fluoroscopic exams within outpatient, inpatient, and operating room settings.
- Minimized patients’ exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques. Operated equipment safely and maintained A.L.A.R.A. standards while performing all types of procedures.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials for imaging procedures.
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Experienced with annual lead apron test; quality assurance verified by visual, tactile, and fluoroscopic inspection.
- 2 years clinical experience as Mesa College student prior to being hired as a staff technologist. Jerre Erwin was my clinical instructor.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA1999
High School Diploma -
University City High School
San Diego, CA1991
Skills
- Advanced proficiency with various PACS and Radiology Information Systems
- Highly adaptive computer skills; advanced computer literacy
- Ability to communicate professionally - excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to multi-task efficiently, dependable, reliable, very detailed-oriented, with an exceptionally good work ethic
- Adaptable to change, and experienced with collaborative teamwork Experienced with staff training and development in regards to Computed Tomography
- Ability to utilize principles, theories, practices, techniques and methods of computed tomography in order to produce images of high diagnostic quality
- Adheres to hospital policies and procedures, and radiation safety protocols ALARA
- Venipuncture Certification, and competent with IV contrast administration
- Currently responsible for managing CT department schedule at Paradise Valley Hospital
Certification
- R.T. (R)(CT)(ARRT) #339839
- California Registered Technologist (CRT) Radiology and Fluoroscopy #RHF00078258
- BLS for Healthcare Providers, CPR & AED (American Heart Association)
- Venipuncture (PIMA Medical Institute )
Education
San Diego, CA,San Diego, CA
Timeline
CT Technologist
Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
05.2021 - 07.2022
Senior CT Technologist
UC San Diego Health
09.2019 - 03.2022
Lead CT Technologist
Paradise Valley Hospital
05.2001 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
First Call Medical Staffing
08.2000 - 05.2001
Radiologic Technologist
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
08.1999 - 05.2000
- R.T. (R)(CT)(ARRT) #339839
- California Registered Technologist (CRT) Radiology and Fluoroscopy #RHF00078258
- BLS for Healthcare Providers, CPR & AED (American Heart Association)
- Venipuncture (PIMA Medical Institute )
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
San Diego Mesa College
High School Diploma -
University City High School
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