Ryan Anderson
Portland,OR
Summary
Productive Lead PET/MRI technologist and former manager with more than 20 years of progressive expertise in clinical settings. Highly knowledgeable in multimodality imaging, radiology operations, and revenue cycle management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PET/MRI Technologist
Oregon Health Sciences University
Portland, OR
09.2022 - Current
- Developed new protocols based on changes in technology or advances in diagnostic tools and techniques.
- Identified potential areas of improvement in existing protocols related to MRI scanning processes.
- Performed PET/MRI scans of patients utilizing advanced imaging techniques.
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting research imaging procedures.
- Developed, implemented, and monitored processes for billing and collections activities.
- Identified solutions to improve revenue cycle operations efficiency and effectiveness.
- Coordinated training sessions on new policies, procedures, software upgrades. related to revenue cycle management.
- Maintained current knowledge of health care reimbursement laws and regulations impacting billing practices.
- Evaluated existing billing systems for potential improvements or changes necessary due to industry updates or changes in regulation.
- Achieved compliance with medical billing practices as mandated by federal, state, and local laws.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Oregon Health and Sciences University
Portland, OR
08.2019 - 09.2022
- Performed quality control tests on radiopharmaceuticals to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Prepared radioactive materials for use in medical procedures.
- Operated nuclear medicine equipment such as gamma cameras and PET scanners.
- Administered radiopharmaceuticals to patients according to prescribed protocols.
- Conducted quality assurance checks on all equipment used in nuclear medicine procedures.
- Evaluated new technologies related to nuclear medicine procedures.
- Developed policies and procedures related to the use of radiopharmaceuticals in clinical settings.
- Instructed students on proper techniques for administering radiopharmaceuticals.
- Ensured that radiation safety measures were followed at all times while working with radioactive materials.
- Trained, mentored and precepted new employees on procedures, best practices and hospital policies.
- Designed and instituted new processes and standards for outpatient and inpatient diagnostic exams to achieve and exceed department goals.
Lead MRI Technologist
Oregon Health Sciences University
Portland, OR
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Performed MRI scans of patients utilizing advanced imaging techniques.
- Monitored employee performance and provided feedback to ensure job expectations were met.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient workflow across the organization.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, local laws and regulations related to the department's operations.
- Provided training and guidance to new employees on policies and procedures.
- Provided leadership, motivation, direction and support to team members in order to achieve individual success as well as team goals.
- Implemented systems for measurement of key performance indicators to track progress against organizational objectives.
- Provided leadership and direction to MRI Technologists in the department.
- Organized and oversaw daily workflow of imaging studies.
- Performed quality assurance testing on MRI equipment.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols for MRI scanning procedures.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures related to MRI scanning operations.
Diagnostic Imaging Manager
Alliance Imaging Technology
Sacramento, CA
09.2015 - 07.2017
- Developed and implemented new processes for streamlining patient flow in the imaging department.
- Implemented quality assurance programs to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
- Maintained detailed records of all diagnostic imaging equipment, including maintenance logs and service contracts.
- Assisted in resolving complex technical problems related to imaging systems hardware and software.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, patients and hospital administration regarding diagnostic imaging services.
- Created policies and procedures for the effective use of radiology information systems.
- Conducted monthly performance reviews with staff members to identify areas of improvement.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure optimal productivity and efficiency levels in the department.
- Coordinated with vendors on installation of new imaging systems as well as upgrades to existing ones.
- Supervised staffing schedules for optimum coverage in order to meet demands from contracts.
Education
Master of Science - Radiological Science Innovation and Improvement
Weber State University
Ogden, UTBachelor of Science - Nuclear Medicine
Weber State University
Ogden, UTBachelor of Science - Radiological Science
AMEDD Center And School
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Staff Management
- Recruitment and hiring
- Policy updating
- Operations Management
- Workflow Optimization
- Policy writing
- Patient Care Coordination
- Radiation Safety Protocols
- Relationship Building
- Revenue optimization
- Data Analytics
- Medical Coding
- Medical Billing
- Clinical Research
- Protocol development
Certification
- R.T.(R)(CT)(MR)(N)(ARRT)
- OBMI-Radiography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine
- American Heart Association-CPR
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
PET/MRI Technologist
Oregon Health Sciences University
09.2022 - Current
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Oregon Health and Sciences University
08.2019 - 09.2022
Lead MRI Technologist
Oregon Health Sciences University
07.2017 - 08.2019
Diagnostic Imaging Manager
Alliance Imaging Technology
09.2015 - 07.2017
Master of Science - Radiological Science Innovation and Improvement
Weber State University
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Medicine
Weber State University
Bachelor of Science - Radiological Science
AMEDD Center And School
Similar Profiles
MELISSA MASONMELISSA MASON
Nurse Navigator Hematology-Oncology at Oregon Health and Sciences UniversityNurse Navigator Hematology-Oncology at Oregon Health and Sciences University
Michelle A. NipperMichelle A. Nipper
Senior Research Assistant at Oregon Health & Sciences UniversitySenior Research Assistant at Oregon Health & Sciences University
Maria GorhamMaria Gorham
Pharmacy Technician at Oregon Health Sciences UniversityPharmacy Technician at Oregon Health Sciences University
Triona MathesonTriona Matheson
Graduate Researcher at Oregon Health & Sciences UniversityGraduate Researcher at Oregon Health & Sciences University
Benjamin HadlerBenjamin Hadler
QA Specification Coordinator at Flowers FoodsQA Specification Coordinator at Flowers Foods