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Tina Palacioz

Chesapeake,VA

Summary

Accomplished CAT Scan Technologist with a proven track record at CRMC, enhancing patient care through expert radiologic imaging and cultural competency. Demonstrated excellence in patient positioning and protocol adherence, significantly improving diagnostic accuracy. Skilled in both technical aptitude and adaptive learning, ensuring high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

CAT Scan Technologist

CRMC
05.2000 - 07.2024

Complied with departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety.

  • Injected contrast for CT scans in accordance with department policy.
  • Demonstrated competency in assessment and range of treatment indicated for patients of diverse demographics.
  • Tended to physical and psychological patient preparation, calmly talking through procedures while positioning patients for scans and x-rays to alleviate nervousness or anxiety.
  • Communicated clinical observations during CT scan examinations to radiologist.
  • Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
  • Assisted radiologists with image-guided body biopsies and thyroid biopsies.
  • Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.
  • Performed high quality cardiac exams.

Rad Tech Assistant

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
04.1999 - 04.2000
  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
  • Assisted radiology technologists with exams including traumas.

Pharmacy Technician

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
02.1997 - 04.1999
  • Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
  • Assisted pharmacist by filling prescriptions for customers and responding to patient questions regarding prescription and medication-specific issues.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
  • Prepared specialized chemo drugs and tpn's.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology

Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA
05.2000

Skills

  • Cultural Competency
  • Adaptive Learning
  • Patient Positioning
  • Protocol adherence
  • Patient Care
  • Technical aptitude
  • Attention to Detail
  • Radiologic Imaging
  • CPR/AED
  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

CAT Scan Technologist

CRMC
05.2000 - 07.2024

Rad Tech Assistant

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
04.1999 - 04.2000

Pharmacy Technician

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
02.1997 - 04.1999

Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology

Tidewater Community College
Tina Palacioz