Tony Thomas RT(R)(CT)(MRI)
Katy,TX
Summary
Dedicated MRI Technologist at Harris Health System-LBJ Hospital, skilled in patient safety and quality control. Achieved superior imaging results through effective patient education and collaboration with healthcare teams. Proficient in neuroimaging techniques and equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and enhanced patient comfort during procedures.
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Work History
MRI Technologist
Harris Health System-LBJ Hospital
- Facilitated patient alignment during MRI procedures to achieve superior imaging results.
- Operated MRI machinery following safety protocols and procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records and scan documentation for compliance.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to facilitate efficient patient flow during procedures.
- Monitored patients' comfort and safety throughout scanning processes.
- Prepared and maintained equipment to ensure optimal functionality before procedures.
- Educated patients on MRI processes to alleviate anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to enhance technical skills and knowledge of MRI technology.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Reduced scan time with efficient scheduling and streamlined pre-scan processes.
- Improved image quality by maintaining proper positioning of patients during scans.
- Promoted an atmosphere where teamwork and open dialogue were key priorities.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information.
- Enhanced patient comfort by effectively explaining MRI procedures and addressing concerns.
- Contributed to team success by collaborating closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
- Ensured optimal equipment performance with routine calibration checks and timely reporting of technical issues.
- Mitigated risks associated with contrast media administration by carefully monitoring patients for adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with radiologists to refine scan parameters, achieving superior image results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiology
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TXSkills
- Patient safety
- Patient care
- Intravenous contrast administration
- Quality control
- Neuroimaging techniques
- Cross-sectional anatomy
- Quality control procedures
- Equipment maintenance
- Patient education
- Image quality assessment
- Abdominal imaging
- Pelvic imaging
- Pediatric imaging
- Orthopedic imaging
- Sedation monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Musculoskeletal imaging
Accomplishments
Worked collaborative with Radiologist, Physicist, informatics team and Technologist to successfully achieve MRI Accreditation from the American College of Radiology.
Certification
Certified in Radiology, CT scan, and MRI
. RT(R)(CT)(MRI).
Timeline
MRI Technologist
Harris Health System-LBJ Hospital
Bachelor of Science - Radiology
Midwestern State University