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Angela T Douglas
Email: ********@**-*******.***
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City: virginia beach
State: VA
Zip: 23464
Country: USA
Phone: 757-***-****
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Primary Skills/Experience:
CT Technologist/Radiologic Technologist ARRT Registered/CT Registered 18 years of experience Objective: Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and patient focused ARRT registered radiologic technologist/ct technologist with 18 years of experience conducting diagnostic imaging procedures for Sentara Norfolk General - a Level 1 Trauma center, Stroke center, and teaching hospital. Expertise in fixed and mobile radiography, CT's, and fluoroscopic procedures. Committed to providing high-quality radiologic services and catering to patient needs during and after exams. Proficient user of computer applications, radiology management and hospital information systems. CPR and IV certified.
Educational Background:
High School Dipolma from Tidewater Community College, Virginia Beach VA 1/2001 to 5/1994 (Radiologic Technology)
High School Dipolma from Old Dominion University, Virginia Beach VA 1/2001 to 11/2012
High School Dipolma from, Virginia Beach VA 1/2001 to 11/2012
High School Dipolma from, Virginia Beach VA 1/2001 to 11/2012
Job History / Details:
Summary
CT Technologist/Radiologic Technologist ARRT Registered/CT Registered 18 years of experience
Objective: Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and patient focused ARRT registered radiologic technologist/ct technologist with 18 years of experience conducting diagnostic imaging procedures for Sentara Norfolk General - a Level 1 Trauma center, Stroke center, and teaching hospital. Expertise in fixed and mobile radiography, CT's, and fluoroscopic procedures. Committed to providing high-quality radiologic services and catering to patient needs during and after exams. Proficient user of computer applications, radiology management and hospital information systems. CPR and IV certified.
Highlights
Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) current
IV certified current
Expert user of GE Lightspeed 4 8 16 and 64 slice scanner with ASIR technology current
Expert user of GE HiLite 32 slice with ASIR technology current
User of SIemens scanner
Diagnostic imaging expert GE digital equipment current
Proficient in fluoroscopic procedures
Expert in interventional radiology ct procedures to include biopsies, cryoablasions, rfa's, drainages, steroid injections, post myelogram studies and fiducial placements for cyberknife treatments
Training in ct cardiac angiography applications
Expert experience performing CT scans at a Level 1 trauma center and stroke certified facility current
Expert user of PACS/RIS/HIS/Phillips I site and TDS systems current
Training on CERATOM portable CT scanner current
Expert experience performing CTA brain scans for stroke with perfusion imaging and post processing current
Accomplishments
CT registered
Worked on a team to improve communications throughout the hospital
Experience
July 2012 to Current
AMN Healthcare San Diego, CA
Travel CT Technologist/X-ray
Travel company where my resume is submitted to various companies needing contract/ short-term work assignments for CT and x-ray imaging.
July 2012 to September 2012
The Urology Center of Colorado Denver, CO
Travel CT technologist/X-ray
Perform CT scans/diagnostic x-rays involving a diverse caseload of patients for a full-service outpatient urology center working closely with radiologists and urologists to achieve the highest quality images and patient satisfaction.
Verified type of radiology procedure prior to exams using the HIPAA guidelines for two identifiers.
Operated GE digital radiography equipment and Konica cassette reader
Entered information into PACS system and Phillips I-site for interpretation of images
Expertly scanned CTA Renal, Urogram, CT chest/abd/pelvis, CT cystograms, CT extremities, CT spine, CT head, CTA for identification of PE and 3D post processing in accordance with physician protocols.
Recorded patient histories and filed supporting clinical data and diagnosis.
Safely started IV's and collected blood for lab testing. Obtained and recorded blood pressures, pulse rates, and temperatures, as well as, specimen collections for lab testing.
Administered IV contrast in appropriate doses, carefully following the guidelines according to height, weight, and GFR/creatinine clearance calculations.
Monitored patient status during and after iv contrast injectable scans.
April 2008 to August 2012
Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center Portsmouth, VA
Per Diem CT technologist
Worked independently on several shifts managing patient transportation and exams including stat ER and inpatients at a 400 bed hospital
Fill-in open shifts during weekends and replace staff when off.
Assisted radiologists in IR procedures (biopsies, drainages, cryoablasions)ensuring adherence to proper time-out guidelines
Prep inpatients and outpatients for procedures/exams
Burned CDs and obtained reports for stat/critical patients needing transfer to a more acute facility
Assisted radiation oncology in proper imaging of breast cancer patients for treatment
Performed routine CT and CTA scans according to protocol and radiologists guidelines
Started and maintained IV's
Prepared equipment for use including maintenance and check for expired equipment and medications
June 1994 to July 2012
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital Norfolk, VA
CT technologist/Radiologic technologist
Complete diagnostic radiographic procedures in the radiology department of a 500 bed Level 1 Trauma center, accredited stroke center, and teaching facility. Performing routine CT scans, CTA's, Interventional CT procedures, X-ray imaging, portable CT/radiography and fluoroscopic procedures.
Proficient use of all GE Lightspeed Multislice scanners including; 4,8,16,32,64 and Siemens
Assisted interventional radiologists in CT guided biopsies, drainages, cryoblasions, rfa's, vertebroplasty, steroid injections, bone marrow biopsies, thoracentesis, and chest tube placements.
Responsible for preparing sterile procedures, collecting/labeling specimens, delivery to lab and pathology.
Prepared equipment and positioned patients for invasive procedures.
Managed patient scheduling working in collaboration with radiologists, sonographers and other healthcare team members.
Serve a diverse caseload including children, adolescents, adults, geriatric patients, critical/trauma patients, ER patients, and outpatients.
Interpret data providing recommendations for optimal patient care/working closely with radiologists to provide protocols, lower doses, providing exceptional imaging for improved patient care.
Worked in collaboration with the neuroradiologists to perfect protocols for stroke patients needing brain perfusion imaging and post processing critical to time sensitive treatment
Requested scripts from doctors and verified appropriate diagnosis for exams
Manage 12 to 30 procedures per shift
Expertly perform high-quality CT scan procedures in a high-volume, fast-paced environment while building positive relationships with patients of various ages and backgrounds, physicians, nurses, and fellow workers.
Performed specialized scans including; CTA head/neck, CTA run-offs, CTA renals, CTA messenteric ischemia, CTA PE, CTA AAA rule-out, all MIP imaging for 3D reconstruction
Assisted in opening of outpatient cardiac center imaging CTA heart studies with the cardiologist and radiology rn
Produced ER, OR and portable x-rays
Start and monitor iv's responding/managing iv extravasations/allergic reactions
Education
6/1994 Tidewater Community College Virginia Beach, VA
AAS Radiologic Technology
2008 Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA
Bachelor Degree BA English,
RT- Registered Technologist since 1994,
CT Registered
Additional Information
Current Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager)
Years of total work experience: 18 years
Date of Availability: Immediate
Target Job Title: CT Technologist
Alternate Target Job Title: Radiographer
Desired Status: Full-time/On-Call/Travel /PRN/Part-time
Licensed in CA, FL, TX, VA - SC pending
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