Shawn Fredricks
Henderson,NV
Summary
Highly experienced CT tech specializing in cardiac, pediatrics, trauma, stroke perfusions, and dose reduction techniques with an extensive background in 3D post processing, training, and venipuncture.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
CT / XRAY Technologist / Travel Contract
Kaiser Permanente
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Performed CT and XRAY exams on ER, inpatients, and outpatients, ensuring proper positioning and appropriate imaging techniques.
- Cardiac, TAVR, trauma, stroke, peds and CT guided procedures
- Placed IVs in outpatients and all other patients when needed
- Assisted radiologists in performing diagnostic procedures as needed.
- Maintained quality assurance of all equipment used for imaging studies.
- Provided instruction and assistance to other staff members regarding CT scan protocols and techniques.
CT / XRAY Technologist / Travel Contract
Marian Regional Medical Center
Santa Maria, CA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Level II trauma, stroke, Peds
- Placed IVs to prepare for injection of contrast media.
- Oversaw work of junior personnel and students, correcting work and mentoring on techniques.
- Educated patients on diagnostic imaging processes and positioning and counseled patients to address concerns and answer inquiries.
CT Technologist / Travel Contract
Intermountain Healthcare
Salt Lake City, UT
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Level 1 trauma, stroke, Peds, cardiac
- Completed CT scans and related patient care procedures using age appropriate methods for patient's physical ability and individual limitations.
- Placed IVs to prepare for injection of contrast media.
- Fostered relationships with patients to minimize anxiety and distress and enhance cooperation.
CT Technologist / Travel Contract
Mesa View Regional Hospital
Mesquite, NV
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Completed CT scans and related patient care procedures using age appropriate methods for patient's physical ability and individual limitations on Toshiba scanner
- Placed IVs to prepare for injection of contrast media
- Operated CT equipment to generate quality images and troubleshot problems
- Helped patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining steps and answering questions.
CT Technologist / Travel Contract
Sanford Medical Center
Fargo, ND
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Level 1 trauma, stroke, peds, cardiac
- Completed CT scans and related patient care procedures using age appropriate methods for patient's physical ability and individual limitations
- Placed IVs to prepare for injection of contrast media
- Operated CT equipment to generate quality images and troubleshot problems
- Oversaw work of junior personnel and students, correcting work and mentoring on techniques
Lead CT Technologist
Catalina Island Medical Center
Avalon, CA
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Performed all CT's including trauma, pediatric, and CTA's on Siemens scanner, 3D image processing for CTA's and ortho work
- Started IV's
- Implemented necessary changes based on evaluation of staffing requirements and patient needs
- Created scan protocols for adults and peds with significant dose reduction
- Reduced patient wait times while improving workflow through strategic interdepartmental collaboration
CT Tech / Travel Contract
Kaiser Permanente
San Diego, CA
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Performed all CT's including stroke perfusions and CT guided procedures on GE scanners, 3D image processing for CTA's and ortho work using GE workstation
- Started IV's
CT Tech
Enloe Medical Center
Chico, CA
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Level 2 trauma, stroke, PEDS, cardiac
- Performed all CT's including traumas, cardiac, peds, and stroke perfusions on GE scanners, 3D image processing for all CTA's and ortho work using GE workstation
- Collaborated with radiologists and physicist to significantly decrease scan doses 50-80%
- Trained staff on performing cardiac CTAs and brain perfusions along with post processing of those scans
Lead CT Technologist / Travel Contract
Palo Alto Medical Foundation
Santa Cruz, CA
02.2015 - 05.2015
- Created scan protocols for adults and peds with significant dose reduction
- Implemented necessary changes based on evaluation of staffing requirements and patient needs
- Reduced patient wait times while improving workflow through strategic interdepartmental collaboration
- Trained staff on cardiac protocols using Philips 128 slice scanner.
CT Tech - Travel Contract to Perm
Marin General Hospital
Greenbrae, CA
03.2011 - 01.2015
- Performed all CT's and specialized in cardiac CT on GE scanner
- Developed and implemented optimal CT scan protocols with cardiologists and radiologists decreasing doses 50-80%
- Ensured staff was producing highest quality images while maintaining lowest possible radiation exposures
- Created and updated QC and protocol manual as needed
- Responsible for acquiring ACR accreditation
CT Tech
UCSF / SFGH
San Francisco, CA
07.2007 - 08.2010
- Level 1 trauma, stroke, peds, cardiac
- Performed all CT's including traumas, cardiac and stroke perfusions on GE scanners
- 3D image processing for all CTA's and ortho work using GE workstation
- Developed gated aorta protocols with radiologist and trained staff on using them
- Trained techs on the Ceretom portable CT.
Education
Associate of Science Radiography -
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA05.2007
Licenses
ARRT (R) (CT)
Nevada Radiologic license
California RT/FLUORO license
Utah Radiologic license
BLS CPR
Venipuncture
Coronary CTA Certification
Timeline
CT / XRAY Technologist / Travel Contract
Kaiser Permanente
08.2023 - 02.2024
CT / XRAY Technologist / Travel Contract
Marian Regional Medical Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
CT Technologist / Travel Contract
Intermountain Healthcare
11.2022 - 02.2023
CT Technologist / Travel Contract
Mesa View Regional Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2022
CT Technologist / Travel Contract
Sanford Medical Center
03.2022 - 06.2022
Lead CT Technologist
Catalina Island Medical Center
11.2020 - 01.2022
CT Tech / Travel Contract
Kaiser Permanente
05.2019 - 11.2019
CT Tech
Enloe Medical Center
08.2015 - 05.2019
Lead CT Technologist / Travel Contract
Palo Alto Medical Foundation
02.2015 - 05.2015
CT Tech - Travel Contract to Perm
Marin General Hospital
03.2011 - 01.2015
CT Tech
UCSF / SFGH
07.2007 - 08.2010
Associate of Science Radiography -
Santa Barbara City College
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