Shemae Pearson
O'Fallon,IL
Summary
Detailed oriented, organized, dependable well-trained MRI Technologist committed to patient care, comfort and safety. Qualified to independently complete scans. Works great with people and committed to excellent patient care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MRI Technologist
Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University
10.2003 - Current
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic, and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- 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. Ensuring Safety
- Positioned patients to obtain quality MRI images.
- Educated patients on procedure, answering questions, and alleviating concerns.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
MRI Technologist
DePaul Health Center
10.2014 - 04.2019
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, for imaging procedures.
- 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 - Radiography
Sandford Brown College
Fenton, MO08.2003
Skills
- Patient Confidentiality
- Patient Screening
- Patient Safety
- Contrast Administration
- Patient Identification
- Start IV's for contrast administration
- Reduce patient anxiety by educating on procedure details, giving instruction and expectation
- Obtain creatinine
- Maintain highest level of quality, safety and patient confidentiality following hospital guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures
Certification
R.T.(R)(MRI)(ARRT)
BLS
CPR and AED
Timeline
MRI Technologist
DePaul Health Center
10.2014 - 04.2019
MRI Technologist
Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University
10.2003 - Current
Associate of Science - Radiography
Sandford Brown College
R.T.(R)(MRI)(ARRT)
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