VICKIE PENNINGTON
Calumet City,IL
Summary
Patient-focused Radiologic Technologist with over 20 years of experience in the radiology field. Well-versed in producing accurate diagnostic images while comforting patients and providing clinical directives to staff. Demonstrated talents in guiding teams and strengthening relationships with patients.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
OSF Oncall Urgent Care
03.2021 - Current
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Responsible for patient registration, collecting payments, screening assessing and assisting the provider with care and treatment.
- Produced high-quality images for accurate, reliable review and interpretation.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with policies and procedures.
Radiologic Technologist
Specialty Physicians Of Illinois
08.2017 - 09.2020
- Acquired all diagnostic images and transferred images to PACS for the radiologist review and reporting in order to provide documentation of procedures for timely reports.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with policies and procedures.
- Document patient clinical history.
- Collect and document vital signs, assess and triage patient.
Radiologic Technologist
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Collaborated with wider healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
Radiologic Technologist
Kindred Hospital Chicago North
08.2015 - 11.2017
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Performed diagnostic procedures via C-arm.
Radiologic Technologist
Lockport Express Medical Group
02.2016 - 03.2017
- Manage all diagnostic imaging studies.
- Register patents up their arrival
- Collect and document vital signs
- Collect and prepare specimens for lab analysis.
- Assist practitioner with exams procedures,and other administrative duties.
- Certified to perform DOT drug screens.
Radiologic Technologist
Near North Health Service
01.2008 - 10.2013
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with policies and procedures.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Order supplies as needed
- Maintain proper storage of all films.
- Perform management duties in Medical Records Department when needed.
- Served on Quality Improvement Committee also a member of the Audit team.
Radiologic Technologist
University Of Chicago Hospital
06.2003 - 05.2007
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Adhered closely to quality control standards in developing and labeling of diagnostic imaging materials.
- Produced high-quality images for accurate, reliable review and interpretation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Performed leadership duties as Lead Radiologic Technologist.
Aseptic Protection Investigator
Marshall Fields
09.2000 - 06.2003
- Monitored physical security protection standards and building access control.
- Identified, reported and resolved safety issues, inventory shortages, cash handling concerns and theft.
- Represented company in court proceedings to offer testimony and support.
- Viewed store CCTV, alarm and exception reporting systems to monitor activity and detect theft.
- Performed security walks around store to monitor employee and customer activities.
- Maintained good liaison with law enforcement in order to obtain assistance when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Governor State University
University Park, IL12.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
South Suburban College of Cook County
South Holland, IL05.2003
Skills
- Quality Control
- Equipment Maintenance
- Staff Training
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Safety
- Patient Education
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
OSF Oncall Urgent Care
03.2021 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Specialty Physicians Of Illinois
08.2017 - 09.2020
Radiologic Technologist
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
05.2017 - 08.2018
Radiologic Technologist
Lockport Express Medical Group
02.2016 - 03.2017
Radiologic Technologist
Kindred Hospital Chicago North
08.2015 - 11.2017
Radiologic Technologist
Near North Health Service
01.2008 - 10.2013
Radiologic Technologist
University Of Chicago Hospital
06.2003 - 05.2007
Aseptic Protection Investigator
Marshall Fields
09.2000 - 06.2003
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Governor State University
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
South Suburban College of Cook County
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