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Stephanie Wilds

Deltaville,VA

Summary

Ambitious, career-focused person, anxious to obtain an entry-level 911 dispatcher position to help launch a new career.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinic Assistant

Middlesex County Public Schools
Saluda, VA
11.2021 - Current
  • Provide support to the school nurses district wide with their daily needs in the clinic to ensure continuous flow of healthcare to students.
  • Dispense medications when nurse is not available.
  • Trained to assist and take care of students with special medical needs
  • Assisting in maintaining medical records
  • Advised parents and guardians about their child's health status at school or home.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving student health issues.
  • Organized health awareness activities throughout the year such as weekly covid screenings.
  • Monitored immunization requirements for all enrolled students.

Sonograher

Riverside Regional Medical Center
Newport News, VA
08.2008 - 01.2023
  • Performed ultrasound exams on patients for the purpose of diagnosing and treating medical conditions.
  • Provided comprehensive patient care by taking into account physical and emotional needs during ultrasounds.
  • Ensured that all equipment is functioning properly prior to each exam.
  • Documented findings from ultrasounds in accordance with established protocols.
  • Educated patients about the procedure process before beginning an ultrasound exam.
  • Monitored patient comfort levels throughout the examination period.
  • Adhered to safety guidelines while performing all procedures involving radiation or hazardous materials.
  • Reviewed imaging data with other healthcare professionals to ensure accuracy of diagnoses.
  • Managed workflow efficiently by setting priorities for incoming requests for ultrasounds.
  • Calibrated equipment regularly according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Prepared required documents such as reports and summaries for review by physician staff.
  • Maintained a clean work environment at all times by adhering to infection control policies.
  • Troubleshot any technical issues encountered during scanning sessions.
  • Participated in continuing education courses related to ultrasound technology.
  • Collaborated with radiologists regarding interpretation of scans when necessary.
  • Evaluated image quality and determined if additional views are needed for accurate diagnosis.
  • Applied independent judgment during exam process to accurately differentiate between normal and pathological findings.
  • Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
  • Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating and emergency rooms.
  • Generated summaries describing type and content of captured images.
  • Conducted cancer screening using ultrasound tests to detect small abnormalities and monitor blood flow within tissue.
  • Maintained inventory and supply levels for contrast materials, film, catheters and other medical items, checking inventory stock and reordering items running low.

Radiologic Technologist

Riverside Regional Medical Center
Newport News, VA
08.2006 - 08.2008
  • Educated patients about radiological procedure risks, benefits and alternatives as well as post-exam restrictions or instructions.
  • Managed inventory of supplies used during radiological exams including contrast media, syringes.
  • Processed digital images using PACS system for storage, retrieval and transmission purposes.
  • Conducted quality control tests on all radiologic equipment to ensure accuracy of images produced.
  • Reviewed medical histories and prepared patients for exams by positioning them appropriately on the exam table.
  • Assisted physicians in performing interventional radiology procedures including biopsies, catheter placements and drainages.
  • Maintained a safe environment by adhering to radiation safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members such as nurses and physicians to provide excellent patient care services.
  • Developed films manually or via automated processing systems according to departmental standards.
  • Monitored patient's condition during radiologic procedures in order to maintain comfort level throughout the process.
  • Participated in continuing education activities related to new developments in Radiologic Technology field.
  • Prepared sterile trays containing instruments necessary for special procedures like arthrograms.
  • Reported any unusual findings observed during radiographic examinations immediately to the supervising physician.
  • Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating and emergency rooms.
  • Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
  • Delivered comprehensive training to students and new technologists on equipment, imaging processing, patient relations and best practices.
  • Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
  • Determined suitable anatomical positions and shielded patients to avoid injuries.
  • Selected proper technique for ordered exam to prevent patient from receiving high levels of absorbed radiation.

Patient Access Representative

Riverside Regional Medical Center
Newport News, VA
06.2003 - 08.2006
  • Greeted patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Processed patient admissions, registrations, transfers, and discharges according to established procedures.
  • Verified insurance coverage for services provided by the facility.
  • Collected co-pays and other payments from patients at time of service.
  • Responded to patient inquiries regarding billing or financial matters.
  • Ensured accuracy of all data entered into computer system.
  • Scanned documents into electronic medical records system.
  • Created new patient accounts in EMR system as needed.
  • Performed pre-registration functions such as verifying demographic information, obtaining authorizations, and collecting deposits and co-payments.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Provided assistance to internal departments when needed.
  • Obtained necessary signatures for privacy laws and consent for treatment.

Medical Assistant

Colonial Gastroenterology
Newport News, VA
07.1997 - 08.2005
  • Greeted patients upon arrival to the clinic and directed them to their assigned room.
  • Answered phones promptly and responded to inquiries from patients, providers and staff members.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients following established protocols.
  • Provided assistance to clinical staff as needed throughout the day.
  • Maintained cleanliness of exam rooms between patient visits.
  • Prepared lab specimens for delivery to laboratory facilities.
  • Ordered supplies from vendors when necessary and tracked inventory levels.
  • Managed incoming and outgoing correspondence via fax, email or mail services.
  • Assisted with the preparation of patient charts prior to appointment time.
  • Restocked supplies in examination rooms and team stations to support clinic operations.
  • Maintained endoscopy equipment, including cleaning, sterilizing and troubleshooting.
  • Assisted physicians with endoscopic procedures such as sigmoidoscopies and biopsies.
  • Provided post-procedure patient education regarding diet, medication and follow-up instructions.
  • Assisted in the training of new staff members on proper operation of endoscopic equipment.
  • Ensured that all instruments used during endoscopic procedures were functioning properly before use.

Education

Diploma - Radiologic Technology

Riverside College of Health Careers
Newport News, VA
08.2007

Timeline

Clinic Assistant

Middlesex County Public Schools
11.2021 - Current

Sonograher

Riverside Regional Medical Center
08.2008 - 01.2023

Radiologic Technologist

Riverside Regional Medical Center
08.2006 - 08.2008

Patient Access Representative

Riverside Regional Medical Center
06.2003 - 08.2006

Medical Assistant

Colonial Gastroenterology
07.1997 - 08.2005

Diploma - Radiologic Technology

Riverside College of Health Careers

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