Vennessa Jenkins
Summary
Compassionate radiology professional adept at communicating effectively with patients to put each person at ease with routine and complex procedures. Highly experienced in data entry, CR and DR equipment and positioning patients properly to achieve optimal scans. Ready to utilize great customer service skills in new position with growing organization.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
Memorial Hermann Northeast OPID
Humble, TX
05.2023 - Current
- Reviewed medical histories and prepared patients for exams by positioning them appropriately on the exam table.
- Conducted quality control tests on all radiologic equipment to ensure accuracy of images produced.
- Processed digital images using PACS system for storage, retrieval and transmission purposes.
- Monitored patient's condition during radiologic procedures in order to maintain comfort level throughout the process.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to radiation safety protocols and guidelines.
- Ensured that all documents related to patients' medical history were maintained properly according to HIPAA regulations.
- Prepared sterile trays containing instruments necessary for special procedures like arthrograms.
- Oversaw work of junior personnel and students, correcting work and mentoring on techniques.
Radiologic Technologist
HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood
KINGWOOD, TEXAS
01.2023 - 05.2023
- 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.
- Performed radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing quality images for timely interpretation.
- Determined suitable anatomical positions and shielded patients to avoid injuries.
- Set up sterile tables and prepared patients using aseptic techniques.
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
MEMORIAL HERMANN HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Actively participated in diagnostic x-ray images, emergency room, portable radiography, and fluoroscopic procedures in the following locations: MHHS Katy Inpatient/Outpatient, MHHS Southwest Outpatient, MHHS Woodlands Outpatient, MHHS Trauma Center (TMC) Inpatient, MHHS Medical Plaza Outpatient, MHHS Memorial City Inpatient, and MHHS Greater Heights
- Actively participated in CT exams at: MHHS Memorial City
- Actively participated in exams using the flex arm, worked around a sterile field while scrubbed in to set up the sterile table at: MHHS Southwest Cath Lab
- Actively participated in C- arm and surgery cases at: MHHS Southwest.
COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST ASSISTANT
MEMORIAL HERMANN TMC
06.2016 - 03.2018
- Reset examination rooms between appointments by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Transported patients from their to scanner.
- Verified patient history, labs, and allergies.
- Read physician orders.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Provided assistance to physicians and other technologists during complex procedures.
- Completed general administrative tasks to support radiology department.
- Positioned patients properly for scans and procedures, calmly giving instructions on when to stay still to optimize scans.
PATIENT ACCESS REPRESENTATIVE
MEMORIAL HERMANN TMC
12.2013 - 05.2016
- Answered multi-line telephones
- Registered patients by completing face-to-face interviews to obtain demographic, insurance and medical information.
- Applied HIPAA privacy and security regulations while handling patient information.
- Scheduled for Interventional Radiology, Computed Tomography, Ultrasound, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
- Collaborated with clinical and administrative staff to meet patient needs.
- Instructed patients on policies and required actions for different types of appointments and procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
PIMA MEDICAL INSTITUTE
Some College (No Degree) -
LONE STAR COLLEGE
Diploma of Completion -
NEW CANEY HIGH SCHOOL NEW CANEY
Skills
- CPR and Basic Life Support Certification
- Patient Positioning
- Efficient and Detail-Oriented
- HIPAA Compliance
- Appointment Scheduling
- Procedure Explanation
- Proficient in operation of CR and DR X-ray equipment
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Creative Problem Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Patient Care
References
REFERENCES FURNISHED UPON REQUEST
Affiliations
- Secretary of Lambda Nu Honor Society, Texas Sigma Chapter, 2021 to 2022
- Member of American Society of Radiologic Technologists, 2022 to Current
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
Memorial Hermann Northeast OPID
05.2023 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood
01.2023 - 05.2023
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
MEMORIAL HERMANN HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
01.2021 - 12.2022
COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST ASSISTANT
MEMORIAL HERMANN TMC
06.2016 - 03.2018
PATIENT ACCESS REPRESENTATIVE
MEMORIAL HERMANN TMC
12.2013 - 05.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
PIMA MEDICAL INSTITUTE
Some College (No Degree) -
LONE STAR COLLEGE
Diploma of Completion -
NEW CANEY HIGH SCHOOL NEW CANEY
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