Vickie R. Sells
Harmony,United States
Summary
I am eager to obtain a position which utilizes my Radiologic Science degree. Passionate about management and determined to be a team player.
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in CT imaging and diagnostic procedures. Known for delivering high-quality imaging and supporting accurate diagnosis. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments, with proficiency in imaging technology and patient care.
Experienced with CT imaging and diagnostic procedures. Utilizes advanced imaging techniques to support accurate diagnosis and patient care. Track record of maintaining equipment and ensuring safe, efficient workflow.
Professional in medical imaging with solid experience in CT technology. Proven ability to optimize imaging procedures and ensure accurate diagnostics. Strong focus on collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results. Expertise in patient care, radiation safety, and advanced imaging techniques. Reliable team player with commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare services.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Atrium Lake Norman
07.2024 - Current
- Contribute to the health system's vision of achieving a commitment to patients and families
- Prepare patient for procedures
- Operate Computer Tomography (CT) equipment
- Evaluate ___ images
- Perform direct patient care
- Collect data in determining the correct procedure in for the exam ordered
- Perform a screening process, along with medication reconciliation and allergy confirmation, to assure patient can receive IV/Oral contrast
- Follow established radiation safety guidelines and policies and procedures to prevent the spread of infectious disease
- Adhere to Service Excellence Standards in promoting a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building
- Exhibit and promote professional image in all aspects of the job and remain courteous, helpful, and aware of customer needs.
Travel CT Technologist
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Reviewed patient history and physician orders.
- Educated patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation
- Prepares and administers contrast media within the scope of practice
- Monitors patient's condition continually
- Prepares equipment and supplies
- Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures
- Takes appropriate action to resolve any image quality issues
- Enters, transmits and reports scan results
Senior CT Technologist
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Review patient history and physician orders.
- Educated patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation
- Prepares and administers contrast media within the scope of practice
- Monitors patient's condition continually
- Prepares equipment and supplies
- Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures
- Takes appropriate action to resolve any image quality issues
- Enters, transmits and reports scan results
CT Technologist
Novant Health – Huntersville Medical Center
03.2014 - 09.2021
- Contribute to the health system's vision of achieving a commitment to patients and families
- Prepare patient for procedures
- Operate Computer Tomography (CT) equipment
- Evaluate ___ images
- Perform direct patient care
- Collect data in determining the correct procedure in for the exam ordered
- Perform a screening process, along with medication reconciliation and allergy confirmation, to assure patient can receive IV/Oral contrast
- Follow established radiation safety guidelines and policies and procedures to prevent the spread of infectious disease
- Adhere to Service Excellence Standards in promoting a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building
- Exhibit and promote professional image in all aspects of the job and remain courteous, helpful, and aware of customer needs.
CT Technologist
Frye Regional Medical Center
03.2012 - 03.2014
- Reviewed patient history and physician orders.
- Educated patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation
- Prepares and administers contrast media within the scope of practice
- Monitors patient's condition continually
- Prepares equipment and supplies
- Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures
- Takes appropriate action to resolve any image quality issues
- Enters, transmits and reports scan results
CT Technologist
Davis Regional Medical Center
Statesville, NC
05.2001 - 03.2012
- Arranges patients for Ct exams.
- Produces CT images to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems.
- Prevents patients from being exposed to unnecessary radiation.
- Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
- Works under immediate supervision.
- A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.
- 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.
CT Technologist/Xray
Carolina Specialty Care
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Operated advanced CT imaging equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
- Maintained equipment functionality through routine inspections and quality control checks.
- Educated patients on procedures, enhancing comfort and reducing anxiety before scans.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize radiation exposure for patients and staff.
- Mentored junior technologists, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices.
- Streamlined workflow processes, improving overall efficiency in imaging department operations.
- Led initiatives to enhance patient care standards, resulting in positive feedback from healthcare teams.
CT Technologist
Davie County Hospital
Mocksville, NC
07.1992 - 01.1998
- Operated advanced CT imaging equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
- Collaborated with radiologists to ensure optimal imaging protocols and patient care standards.
- Trained and mentored junior technologists on best practices in CT technology and safety procedures.
- Implemented workflow improvements that enhanced patient throughput and reduced wait times for imaging services.
- Developed patient education materials to improve understanding of procedures and enhance overall experience.
- Conducted regular quality assurance checks on equipment to maintain compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss case reviews and optimize treatment plans for patients.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and equipment, coordinating procurement efforts to minimize disruptions in service delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Sciences
ECPI University
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Sciences
School
Skills
- Ct Certified
- Starting IV's
- Proficient on GE scanners
- Proficient on Siemens scanners
- Improving quality in health care organizations
- Motivating people
- Team effectiveness
- Telemedicine
- Consumerism
- Influences of ethics, various forms of justice, market forces healthcare regulations, fiscal responsibilities, healthcare culture, personal ethics and morality
- Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and the modalities it supports
- Equipment and instrumentation, patient safety and image quality
- Evidence-based assessment and complete health history
- Learned diseases and disorders of the body
- Supervisory role, staff development plan, delegation and empowerment
- History of healthcare benchmarks in the US
- Review patient history and physician orders
- Educated patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation
- Prepares and administers contrast media within the scope of practice
- Monitors patient's condition continually
- Prepares equipment and supplies
- Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures
- Takes appropriate action to resolve any image quality issues
- Enters, transmits and reports scan results
- Advanced CT imaging
- Patient care
- Image reconstruction
- CT protocols
- Cross-sectional anatomy
- Scanner operation
- Pediatric imaging
- Contrast administration
- Post-processing techniques
Timeline
Atrium Lake Norman
07.2024 - Current
Travel CT Technologist
08.2022 - 07.2024
Senior CT Technologist
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
09.2021 - 08.2022
CT Technologist
Novant Health – Huntersville Medical Center
03.2014 - 09.2021
CT Technologist
Frye Regional Medical Center
03.2012 - 03.2014
CT Technologist
Davis Regional Medical Center
05.2001 - 03.2012
CT Technologist/Xray
Carolina Specialty Care
01.1998 - 01.2001
CT Technologist
Davie County Hospital
07.1992 - 01.1998
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Sciences
School
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Sciences
ECPI University