Staci Floyd
Conway,SC
Summary
Productive radiologic technologist with more than 16 years of progressive expertise in clinical settings. Highly knowledgeable in multimodality imaging. Skilled in providing patients with educational information and instruction to ease anxiety and produce high-quality, high-resolution images.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
MRI Technologist
OrthoSC
07.2007 - Current
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Reviewed diagnostic image quality and filed diagnostic images in appropriate patient records.
- Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating and emergency rooms.
- Reduced exposure to radiation using beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding techniques.
- Maintained inventory and supply levels for contrast materials, film, catheters and other medical items, checking inventory stock and reordering items running low.
- Administered IV contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals and antispasmodics to patients.
- Positioned portable and stationary equipment using clinical judgment to capture quality images.
- Positioned c arm equipment using clinical judgment to capture quality images
- Tested patients to gather information on wide range of illnesses and diagnoses.
- Collected patients' medical histories and documented important information in medical records.
- Operated MRI scanners to provide diagnostic imaging.
- Troubleshot technical issues related to MRI scanner, monitors or coils.
- Created backup copies of images by transferring images to storage media and maintaining digital filing system for backups.
- Enhanced patient comfort by answering questions, controlling noise and administering calming medications.
- Wrote reports summarizing testing procedures and outcomes for physicians.
- Injected dyes intravenously to improve contrast on scans.
- Explained MRI procedures to patients, representatives and family members.
- Immobilized patients to achieve optimal scans and prevent rescanning.
- Selected appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
- Operated MRI equipment, set imaging factors, and manipulated software to generate quality and accurate images.
- Educated patients on procedure, answering questions, and alleviating concerns.
- Calibrated and performed quality control checks on X-ray machines to establish accuracy and precision.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Interpreted MRI scans and provided detailed reports to radiologists and other physicians.
- Administered IV drugs to patients to create contrasts on scanned images.
- Used fluoroscopy, mammography and computed tomography to evaluate patients.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
- Prepared patients for MRI procedures and monitored their condition during the scan.
- Collaborated with physicians to discuss radiologic results and establish proper diagnosis.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Positioned patients to obtain quality MRI images.
- Interacted with patients to explain MRI scans and answer questions, providing reassurance and comfort throughout the process.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Utilized multiple MRI scanner models including T1-weighted, T2-weighted, and diffusion-weighted imaging.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic, and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
X-Ray Technologist
OrthoSC
07.2007 - Current
- Supported radiologists with performing high-quality interventional procedures.
- Checked equipment each day and reported major malfunctions to supervisor for attention.
- Collaborated with wider healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
X-Ray Technologist
Grand Strand Medical Center HCA
04.2008 - 10.2011
- Assisted doctor during procedures, helping to run machinery and keep patients comfortable and still.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Met established protocols for safe X-ray equipment, computed tomography (CT), and ultrasound scanner operation.
- Assisted with imaging equipment installation, maintenance and troubleshooting to uphold high-quality services.
- Helped physicians read and understand resulting imagery by offering expert counsel in complex cases.
- Applied contrast media and monitored patient reactions to contrast agents.
- Determined appropriate imaging tests through careful medical record reviews.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Maintained examination rooms and restocked medical and radiologic supplies.
- Produced high-quality images for accurate, reliable review and interpretation.
- Documented patient data and histories and updated charts with current information.
- Positioned patients for optimal comfort and set up effective sterile fields before procedures.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Managed admissions forms, patient instructions and consent documentation.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiation Biology
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Conway, SC05.2007
Skills
- Needle localization
- Screening mammography
- Computed tomography
- Health education
- Diagnostic imaging
- Radiology
- Staff training
- Medication administration
- Patient safety
- Public health
- Quality control
- Problem resolution
- Maintenance & repair
- Organizational skills
- Organization
- Planning & organizing
- Good work ethic
- Transportation Assistance
- Staff Training
- Image Quality Control
- Beam-Restrictive Devices
- Patient Screening
- Contrast Material
- HIPAA
- Equipment Maintenance
- Antispasmodic Drugs
- History Collection
- Image Processing
- Patient Health Information Access
- Patient Engagement
- Medication Administration
- Patient Safety
- Checking Patient Details
- Radiologic Imaging Equipment
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Proper Waste Disposal
- Public Health
- Diagnostic Evaluation
- Information Intake
- Informed Consent
- Restocking Processes
- Health Education
- Operational Standards
- Accurate Recordkeeping
- Contrast Administration
- Patient Profiles
- Calming Strategies
Timeline
X-Ray Technologist
Grand Strand Medical Center HCA
04.2008 - 10.2011
MRI Technologist
OrthoSC
07.2007 - Current
X-Ray Technologist
OrthoSC
07.2007 - Current
Associate of Science - Radiation Biology
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
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