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Sandra Edevane
Mammography technologist
Hollidaysburg,PA
Summary
Focused radiologic professional offering background producing accurate, quality diagnostic images. Expert at positioning patients and equipment based on physician orders. Successful at properly shielding patients to minimize radiation exposure.
Knowledgeable Mammography Technologist adept at completing scans with speed and accuracy to handle heavy daily workloads in fast-paced environments. Highly organized and detail-oriented professional bringing total of 18 years of experience in the field. Focused on providing patients with high-quality and cost-effective care.
Overview
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Work History
Mammography Technologist/Radiology Technologist
Altoona UPMC
Altoona , PA
05.2004 - Current
- Performed screening and diagnostic breast mammograms
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
Radiology Technologist
Altoona UPMC SMC
Altoona , PA
05.2004 - Current
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Captured images using Siemense and hologic quipment in mammography rooms, xray rooms
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
Education
Associate Of Science - Radiology
Mount Aloysius College
Cresson, PA05.2005
Associate Of Applied Science -
University Kentucky
Maysville Ky05.1998
Skills
- Radiologic Imaging
- Bone Density
- Checking Patient Details
- Screening Procedures
- Diagnostic Techniques
- Equipment Positioning
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Informed Consent
- Stock Inventory
- Screening Mammography
- Operating Diagnostic Equipment
- Diagnostic Screenings
- Patient Safety
- Patient Data Management Systems
- Radiologic Technology
- Radiation Safety Protocols
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Digital Radiography
- Compassionate and Caring
- Anatomy and Physiology
CPR certification ,ARRT RT(R),(M)
CPR certification
ARRT RT(R),(M)
Timeline
Mammography Technologist/Radiology Technologist
Altoona UPMC
05.2004 - Current
Radiology Technologist
Altoona UPMC SMC
05.2004 - Current
Associate Of Science - Radiology
Mount Aloysius College
Associate Of Applied Science -
University Kentucky
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