Shawna Abshere, RT (R)
Ferndale,WA
Summary
Patient-oriented Radiologic Technologist offering over 7 years of experience in stationary and mobile diagnostic imaging to healthcare organizations. Well-versed in all aspects of radiologic technology, including taking high-quality diagnostic images, comforting patients and maintaining equipment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center
Bellingham, WA
10.2023 - Current
- Perform radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing quality images for timely interpretation.
- Maintain highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Review diagnostic image quality and filed diagnostic images in appropriate patient records.
- Position patients, x-ray equipment and shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure.
- Reduce patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Operate mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating and emergency rooms.
- Assist physicians performing various fluoroscopy procedures such as esophagrams, UGI and modified barium swallows
Radiologic/DTI Technologist
Rayus Radiology
Everett, WA
06.2020 - 10.2023
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following clinical and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Assisted physicians performing various interventional procedures, such as arthrograms, intra-articular steroid injections, epidural steroid injections and myelograms.
- Assisted physicians performing various fluoroscopy procedures such as esophagrams, UGI and cystograms.
- Utilized sterile technique when performing invasive procedures, reducing infection.
- Performed radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing quality images for timely interpretation.
- Instructed and prepare patients to facilitate x-ray or other examinations.
- Captured and develop images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Selected proper technique for ordered exam to prevent patient from receiving high levels of absorbed radiation.
- Maintained inventory and supply levels for contrast materials, and other medical items, checking inventory stock and reordering items running low.
Radiologic Technologist
Trident USA Health Services
Tukwila, WA
01.2019 - 06.2020
- Performed quality imaging studies through verification of patient identification and physician order, with technical accuracy and completeness of examination.
- Demonstrated the ability to proficiently operate all imaging equipment across sites in a safe manner.
- Adjusted equipment for proper radiographic exposure techniques in accordance with radiation safety guidelines.
- Explained x-ray procedures to patient. Positioned patients for each anatomical view using positioning assistance devices and protective equipment as necessary.
- Accurately processed images for optimal quality.
- Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedside.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Bellingham Technical College
Bellingham, WA06.2018
Skills
- PACS/RIS
- X-Rays
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Quality Control
- Patient Management
- Patient Safety
- Procedure Support
- Equipment Maintenance
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Education
Certification
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification 2025
- Washington State Department of Health 2025
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
Radiologic/DTI Technologist
Rayus Radiology
06.2020 - 10.2023
Radiologic Technologist
Trident USA Health Services
01.2019 - 06.2020
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Bellingham Technical College