Traci Donnell
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Experienced CT Technologist at Williamson Medical Center, recognized for commitment to patient comfort and effective communication. Expertise in IV insertion and infection control practices, leading to optimized imaging quality and improved diagnostic outcomes. Contributed to higher patient satisfaction scores through compassionate care and professionalism.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CT Technologist
Premier Radiology & Advanced Diagnostic Imaging
05.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
- Promoted departmental efficiency through excellent time management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT exams on incoming patients.
CT Technologist
Williamson Medical Center
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
- Promoted departmental efficiency through excellent time management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Optimized scanning parameters based on individualized patient factors such as size, age, pathology, or medical history.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate care and effective communication throughout the imaging process.
- Monitored patient's well-being during exams and recognized discomfort or medical problems and took appropriate action.
- Utilized advanced software tools for image reconstruction, significantly improving diagnostic clarity for complex cases.
X-Ray Technologist
Urgent Medical Care
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Company sold to new owner. I was offered job to help set up clinic.
- Documented patient data and histories and updated charts with current information.
- Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing anxiety or discomfort during procedures.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by providing clear instructions and addressing concerns before, during, and after procedures.
- Completed x-rays safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
- Exceeded compliance standards during inspections by following established guidelines for radiation safety, infection control, and waste disposal practices.
X-Ray Technologist
Urgent Medical Care
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing anxiety or discomfort during procedures.
- Promoted a team-centered environment through effective communication with colleagues regarding patient information and procedure coordination efforts.
- Documented patient data and histories and updated charts with current information.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately positioning patients and adjusting equipment for optimal imaging results.
- This business closed due to COVID
CT Technologist and X-ray Tech
Mobilex
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Went to assisted living facilities and nursing homes as well as prisons and jails to x-rays.
- Maintained equipment for true ands proper x-rays on all patients.
- Did back up CT at Deberry Special Needs Prison.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
CT Technologist (travel Assignment)
Carillion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
11.2018 - 02.2019
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
- Promoted departmental efficiency through excellent time management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
CT Technologist
Bay Medical Sacred Heart
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
- Promoted departmental efficiency through excellent time management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Collaborated with radiologists to optimize image quality, leading to improved diagnostic accuracy.
PET/CT Technologist
TN PET Scan
12.2007 - 06.2017
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
- Promoted departmental efficiency through excellent time management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT exams on incoming patients.
- Conducted regular inventory checks on supplies and consumables within the CT lab to ensure availability when needed.
X-Ray Technologist & CT Tech
MTMC Now ST. Thomas Rutherford
05.1999 - 12.2007
- Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing anxiety or discomfort during procedures.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by providing clear instructions and addressing concerns before, during, and after procedures.
- Completed x-rays/CT scans safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
- Exceeded compliance standards during inspections by following established guidelines for radiation safety, infection control, and waste disposal practices.
- Did x-ray and some CT the first 4 years before moving permanently to CT. Have been doing mostly CT since then.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiology
Columbia State Community College
Columbia, TN08-1992
High School Diploma -
Riverdale High School
Murfreesboro, TN07-1992
Skills
- IV insertion expertise
- Effective communication
- Triage assessment
- Patient care management
- Electronic medical records
- Anatomy proficiency
- HIPAA compliance
- Infection control practices
Certification
BLS certified
Timeline
CT Technologist
Premier Radiology & Advanced Diagnostic Imaging
05.2024 - Current
CT Technologist
Williamson Medical Center
03.2022 - 05.2024
X-Ray Technologist
Urgent Medical Care
11.2020 - 03.2021
X-Ray Technologist
Urgent Medical Care
04.2019 - 04.2020
CT Technologist (travel Assignment)
Carillion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
11.2018 - 02.2019
CT Technologist and X-ray Tech
Mobilex
03.2018 - 04.2019
CT Technologist
Bay Medical Sacred Heart
01.2017 - 08.2017
PET/CT Technologist
TN PET Scan
12.2007 - 06.2017
X-Ray Technologist & CT Tech
MTMC Now ST. Thomas Rutherford
05.1999 - 12.2007
Associate of Science - Radiology
Columbia State Community College
High School Diploma -
Riverdale High School
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