Tonya Martin
Waldron,IN
Summary
Adept Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist with 35 years experience in the Radiologic Technology field committed to enhancing patient experience through compassionate care and expert application of orthopedic imaging techniques. Demonstrates mastery in DR/CR/EMR/EHR/PACS, coupled with a commitment to HIPAA compliance and teamwork, ensuring high-quality radiographic results and efficient patient care. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Seeking a full-time position that offers professional and personal satisfaction, benefits, and a work/life balance.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
Indiana Hand To Shoulder Center
08.2021 - Current
- Achieved high levels of patient satisfaction through compassionate care and timely completion of imaging studies.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently managing daily schedules and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Ensured accurate diagnoses by consistently producing high-quality radiographic images for physician review.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of imaging procedures and answering any questions.
- Improved department efficiency by maintaining and troubleshooting diagnostic equipment as needed.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
Caregiving
01.2021 - 06.2021
My father was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer, so I moved in with him to attend to his personal needs and medical procedures and treatments until his passing.
Radiologic Technologist
Methodist Sports Medicine
11.2000 - 12.2020
- Enhanced patient experience with compassionate communication and meticulous attention to detail during examinations.
- Assisted in training new Radiologic Technologists on department policies, procedures, equipment usage, and best practices for patient care.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Cultivated a positive team atmosphere by sharing knowledge, offering assistance, and fostering collaboration among colleagues.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN05.1989
Skills
- Orthopedic & Trauma & Sports Medicine Imaging (DR & CR)
- EMR/EHR/PACS
- HIPAA Compliance
- Direct patient care, MA duties, preparing injections, cast removal
- Front office duties (check in/out, make appointments, make charts, scanning documents)
- Caring, compassionate, informative, and safe patient care
- Punctual, reliable, organized, and attentive to detail
- Effective use of time management, adaptable, and dependable
- Works well in team environment or independent with little to no supervision
Accomplishments
Perfect attendance current job August 2021 to current
Certification
ARRT #233273
ISDH #XT007050
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
Indiana Hand To Shoulder Center
08.2021 - Current
Caregiving
01.2021 - 06.2021
Radiologic Technologist
Methodist Sports Medicine
11.2000 - 12.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
ARRT #233273
ISDH #XT007050
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