RYLEIGH ACKERMAN
La Vista,NE
Summary
Patient-focused experienced in radiology equipment, procedures and diagnostic requirements. Support clinical staff with quality imagery and thorough assessments. Caring with patients needing extra support and comfort during challenging procedures. Highly motivated, detail oriented, and great with multitasking. Experience with trauma level one facilities and trauma scanning protocols.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Computed Tomography Technologist
Methodist Hospital Healthcare System
Omaha, NE
07.2023 - Current
- Experience with GE and Phillips Scanners
- Ensure quality diagnostic imaging for radiologist and doctors.
- Experienced in Cross-sectional anatomy.
- Perform daily stroke protocol scans, and other emergent contrast and non-contrast exams.
- Evaluated equipment operation using standardized checklists.
- Administer contrast media injections as required by exam protocol.
- Tested equipment regularly to identify malfunctions and calibrate settings.
- Assisted radiologist with completing complex Interventional procedures.
- Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of patient information.
- Perform 3D reformats daily.
- Utilized sterile techniques when preparing patients for imaging procedures.
- Completed general administrative tasks to support radiology department.
Limited Radiologic Technologist
Bergan Mercy Medical Center
Omaha, NE
08.2022 - Current
- Determined suitable anatomical positions and shielded patients to avoid injuries
- Offered assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured and disabled patients
- Utilized mobile imaging and x-ray equipment in trauma centers, operating rooms, emergency rooms and patient bedsides
- Completed general administrative tasks to support radiology department
- Positioned equipment using clinical judgment to capture quality images.
Radiology Transporter
CHI Mercy Hospital
Council Bluffs, IA
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Used wheelchairs, seat chairs and gurneys to move patients.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during transportation of patients.
- Changed soiled bed linens, drapes and cubicle curtains.
- Utilized transportation EMR system to record transport and report information.
- Determined mode of transport based on patient's condition, comfort and safety factors.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures related to radiology transporter duties.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiology
CHI School of Radiology
06.2023
Skills
- Certified Radiologic Technologist
- s
- IV Trained and Certified
- Cross-sectional anatomy
- Computed Tomography
- Contrast injections
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Equipment Maintenance
- Patient Care
- Time Management
- Medical Terminology
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Teamwork and Professionalism
- Interventional procedures
- Pediatric Experience
- HIPAA Compliance
- Infection Control
- BLS Certified
Certification
- ARRT Certified.
Timeline
Computed Tomography Technologist
Methodist Hospital Healthcare System
07.2023 - Current
Limited Radiologic Technologist
Bergan Mercy Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
Radiology Transporter
CHI Mercy Hospital
08.2022 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Radiology
CHI School of Radiology
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