Sandra Cleaveer
Prescott,AZ
Summary
Adept at enhancing workplace safety and improving patient care, I spearheaded MRI safety protocols at Adventist Health Bakersfield, achieving 100% compliance. My collaborative approach and expertise in risk management significantly reduced patient wait times. I excel in protocol development and fostering teamwork, ensuring high-quality imaging outcomes and efficient operations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiology Imaging Specialist
Adventist Health Bakersfield
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Radiology Imaging Specialist, working directly under manager to ensure licenses, BLS, and any education up to date.
- Was responsible to keep departments Joint Commission ready at all time.
- Keeping all records required for any inspection up to date.
- Provided technical support and troubleshooting assistance to colleagues, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure seamless communication between teams during projects.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures related to document handling and data security.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on imaging equipment, minimizing downtime due to malfunctions or repairs.
- Trained new employees on imaging equipment operation and best practices, facilitating their smooth integration into the team.
MRI Safety Officer
Adventist Health Bakersfield
06.2014 - 08.2021
- .MRI Safety Officer for Adventist Health Hospitals in Bakersfield, Delano, and Tehachapi. Developed education on MRI safety for Level I and Level II staff.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Ensured adherence to OSHA regulations, leading to a safer work environment for all employees.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Increased employee awareness of potential hazards by creating informative signage throughout the facility.
- Communicated safety performance and progress to management and employees to provide up to date information.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing necessary control measures.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with other departments to integrate safety in all aspects of organization.
- Collaborated with management to develop site-specific safety policies, ensuring alignment with federal and state requirements.
- Led safety audits to ensure adherence to local and federal safety regulations, maintaining 100% compliance rate over multiple years.
- Improved safety compliance by developing and implementing comprehensive safety policies and procedures.
- Created and maintained compliant work environment.
Lead MRI Technologist
Adventist Health Bakersfield
10.1999 - 08.2021
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas for improvement and offering constructive feedback.
- Mentored junior technologists, sharing expertise to enhance their skills and abilities in performing complex imaging procedures.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the department by conducting regular safety audits and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Reduced patient wait times through efficient scheduling and time management strategies.
- Coordinated closely with other departments within the medical center to facilitate multidisciplinary patient care approaches.
- Collaborated with radiologists to optimize imaging protocols for superior diagnostic outcomes.
- Served as liaison between patients and physicians, addressing concerns and providing information on MRI procedures.
- Managed a team of technologists, fostering a supportive work environment that promoted professional growth.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- Interacted with patients to explain MRI scans and answer questions, providing reassurance and comfort throughout the process.
- Administered IV drugs to patients to create contrasts on scanned images.
- Operated MRI equipment, set imaging factors, and manipulated software to generate quality and accurate images.
- Prepared patients for MRI procedures and monitored their condition during the scan.
- Positioned patients to obtain quality MRI images.
- Educated patients on procedure, answering questions, and alleviating concerns.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiology
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA05-1999
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Quality control processes
- Deadline management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Safety training
- Workplace safety
- Hazard identification
- Occupational safety
- Safety and compliance inspections
- Workplace inspections
- Emergency response
- Site visits
- Corrective action planning
- Risk management
- Patient care
- Safety procedures
- Contrast administration
- Workflow optimization
- Protocol development
Timeline
Radiology Imaging Specialist
Adventist Health Bakersfield
01.2019 - 08.2021
MRI Safety Officer
Adventist Health Bakersfield
06.2014 - 08.2021
Lead MRI Technologist
Adventist Health Bakersfield
10.1999 - 08.2021
Associate of Science - Radiology
Bakersfield College
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