Ben J. Meginley

*** ****** ***

Boyce, LA *****

Phone: 318-***-****

Alt Phone: 318-***-****

acoyyn@r.postjobfree.com

Employment History

asst mudlogger

**/**** - *******

patten geological services

5809 s co rd 1185, Midland, TX

mudloger in training

MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1

06/2011 - 05/2012

LOUISIANA DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

WINNFIELD, LA

@Present,mobile equipment operator 1.duties include backup administrator coordinator when regular out of office. Flagman on hwy. drive pickup various construction equipment

Radiographer

04/2009 - 06/2011

Bienville Medical Center

504 TEXAS STREET STE 200, Shreveport, LA

Uses radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff. Reviews and evaluates developed x-rays, video tape, or computer generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes. Positions imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination. Explains procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan. Keys commands and data into computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjusts transmitters and receivers, or photographs certain images. Operate radiologic and magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes. Positions and immobilizes patient on examining table. Records, processes and maintains patient data and treatment records, and prepare reports. Takes thorough and accurate patient medical histories. Removes and process film.

Staff Radiographer

04/2007 - 04/2008

Freedman Clinic

Alexandria, LA

In a doctors office setting used radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff. Reviewed and evaluated developed x-rays, video tape, or computer generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes. Positioned imaging equipment and adjusted controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination. Explained procedures and observed patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan. Keyed commands and data into computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjusts transmitters and receivers, or photographs certain images. Operated radiologic and magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes. Positioned and immobilized patient on examining table. Recorded, processed and maintained patient data and treatment records, and prepare reports. Took thorough and accurate patient medical histories. Removed and processed film.

CT Technologist

11/2006 - 02/2007

Baton Rouge General Hospital

Baton Rouge, LA

Functioned as a Diagnostic Radiological Technologists who performed computerized tomography of the head, neck, spine, chest and body. These exams were performed with and the use of contrast materials. Incumbent scheduled exams conducted in a manner so as to optimize scanner times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases. Required the ability to prioritize scheduled patients as well as accommodate the emergency patient who may need immediate emergency surgery, etc. Conferred with radiologists to determine requirement of non-standard exams. Determines technical factors, positioning, number and thickness of scans, etc. to produce and satisfy requirements for CT scanning. Scheduled patients for examinations. Advised radiologists or referred physicians of examination results. Notified them of scans requiring their immediate attention. Performed nueroangiography, including spine, head and neck studies utilizing highly sophisticated x-ray equipment such as computerized fluoroscopy, pressure injectors, parallelogram biplane imaging, patient monitors, etc. Purpose of these exams to achieve diagnostic studies of the spinal canal. Performed peripheral and visceral angiography of the abdominal systems and extremities. These angiographic studies included renal, hepatic, mesenteric, aortic, femoral, etc. Exams involved the use of highly sophisticated x-ray equipment such as cumputerized fluoroscopy, pressure injectors, biplane imaging, patient monitors, etc. Performed myelography of the complete spine utilizing conventional x-ray units, spot films, patient immobilizers, etc. Performed most exams utilizing surgical sterile techniques. Requierd "scrub-in technique", preparation of surgical trays, preparation of contrast, supplying of catheters and guide wires, sterile assurance of the patient and equipment tray. Worked with the radiologists as a member of the surgical/radiograpich team. Assisted and anticipated the needs of the radiologists and performance of the exam. Prepared contrast materials that were used in CT/angiography and other exams. Certified to insert IV needles for administration of contrast material when necessary.

Radiologic Technologist II

09/1991 - 11/2006

LSU Medical Center-Huey P. Long

Pineville, LA

Performs daily equipment checks to ensure that all radiographic equipment is safe and ready to use. Produces diagnostic radiographs and/or fluoroscopic images by selecting proper technical factors on an individual patient basis. Differentiates between film, CR, and DR imaging formats and adjusts techniques accordingly. Reviews images to ensure the image quality and patient positioning are within established standards. Performs general image handling duties including processing of digital images and merging images. Maintains stock and supplies in designated area. Assists the physician as required. Evaluates clinical performance of technologists of lower level. Trains new employees and students in departmental procedures. Compiles lecture materials using the educational guidelines of ARRT. Maintains all equipment in a safe and satisfactory working order by reporting all malfunctions. Ensures instructions from physician are carried out. Enforces all rules and regulations relating to radiation hazards. Recognizes signs and symptoms of complications during treatment and determines when to withhold treatment until the patient is seen by the therapist.

Radiographer

01/1989 - 10/2001

LA Army National Guard

Baton Rouge, LA

Member 159 Mash and 2222 Evac Unit. Responsible for variety of vehicles,humvees,2.5ton,1.5 ton trucks.performed variety of tasks such as washing,cleaning,lubricating,and minor maintance repairs.loading,unloading,movement of medical supplies and storage,transportion to and from field excerises.including my own radiologic equipment/maintance.all aspects of my mos91p while on drill or active duty.

Warehouse Clerk

03/1980 - 03/1984

Brown and Rooting

Boyce, LA

Checked shipping manifest on supplies received. Located suplies proper areas for distribution. Used forklift to move materials from loading dock to appropriate areas. Was runner to pick up critical materials needed for job site. Worked with purchasing and area field superintendents.

Education and Training

Completion Date

Issuing Institution

Location

Qualification

Course of Study

09/1991

Academy Health Sciences

TX

Associate's Degree

Radiographer

Diagnostic Computer Aided Tomography Special Procedures Surgery

Occupational Licenses & Certificates

Certification Title

Issuing Organization

Completion Date

Detailed References

Joe Rankin, Radiologist

LSUMC/HPLMC

XX

Pineville, LA 71360

318-***-**** Ext. N/K

Business reference known for 16 year(s).

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