Sarah Jensen
Otsego,MN
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive experience in all imaging modalities, including CT, fluoroscopy, and radiography. Proven expertise in patient care, radiation safety, and effective utilization of Epic and PACS for image evaluation. Committed to delivering exceptional patient experiences while producing high-quality images. Strong ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient comfort and satisfaction. Recognized for a detail-oriented approach and strong communication skills, prepared to contribute effectively to organizational success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CT Technologist
Mercy Hospital
03.2002 - Current
- Perform routine and emergent CT scans, CTA, biopsies and drains on Siemens Somatom X.seed, Edge and Force scanners
- Perform CT Calcium Score, CTA Cardiac scans such as TAVR, coronary arteries, pulmonary veins and Mitral valve studies on Siemens Force scanner
- Perform a number of procedures on patients of all ages (neonate, infant, adolescent, adult and geriatric)
- Schedule inpatient, outpatient and ER patient exams and perform them in a timely manner
- Start IVs and run ISTAT creatinine when needed
- Maintain and set up patient rooms
- Coordinate with other departments and prioritize patient exams
- Assist patient and family with the understanding of what exam is to be done
- Assist Radiologist in sterile procedures
- Use a digital PACS system to send and retrieve exams
- Superuser for Epic system
- Proficient in use of Epic system
- Self-motivated and an independent, accountable, dependable performer
- Ability to interact with patients, families, guests, and all levels of employees
- Effective planning, organizational and detail-oriented to prepare the staff schedule every month
CT Technologist
Maple Grove Hospital
01.2009 - 10.2014
- Perform routine and emergent CT scans, CTA, Cardiac CTA, biopsies and drains on Siemens 64 slice
- Perform a number of procedures on patients of all ages (neonate, infant, adolescent, adult and geriatric)
- Schedule inpatient, outpatient and ER patient exams and perform them in a timely manner
- Start IVs and run ISTAT creatinine when needed
- Maintain and set up patient rooms
- Coordinate with other departments and prioritize patient exams
- Assist patient and family with the understanding of what exam is to be done
- Assist Radiologist in sterile procedures
- Use a digital PACS, Synapse, system to send and retrieve exams
- Use of Epic system for completing and documenting exams
- Self-motivated and an independent, accountable, dependable performer
- Ability to interact with patients, families, guests, and all levels of employees
- Effective planning, organizational and detail-oriented skills
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
American Military University
Charles Town, WV02-2027
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Northwest Technical College
East Grand Forks, MN01.1998
Skills
- Clinical Judgment
- Compassionate and Caring
- Quality Control Standards
- Staff Maintenance
- Creative Thinking
- Advanced CT imaging and CT protocols
- Patient Data Management Systems
- Image reconstruction
- Time Management and Organizational skills
- Radiation safety
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Epic and PACS Expertise
Certification
- ARRT (R)
- ARRT (CT)
Timeline
CT Technologist
Maple Grove Hospital
01.2009 - 10.2014
CT Technologist
Mercy Hospital
03.2002 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
American Military University
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Northwest Technical College