Radiologic Technologist

Timothy K. Smith MSA, RT(R)

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Extensive background in Radiology: General Radiology, Interventional Radiology, Cardiac Catheterization, Computed Tomography, Interventional Radiology

Highlights

Certified in Basic Life Support Microsoft Outlook/Word/Excel

Member: ARRT/ASRT Resourceful and reliable worker

Experience with: Siemens 64 slice CT/ Customer service skills

Toshiba 4 & 16 slice /Phillips 2 & 16 slice / Adept Multi-tasker

GE Lightspeed 16 slice Radiology organizational skills

Advanced radiology knowledge Interventional/cardiac catheterization Strong work ethic Excellent verbal communication Leadership skills Maintains strict confidentially

Experience

Erlanger-Bledsoe 10/2016-03/2017

Radiologic Technologist Current responsibilities entail providing overnight coverage for Radiology. Responsible for General Diagnostic, Portables and CT (GE Lightspeed 16 slice) imaging.

Miscellaneous 01/2013-10/2016

Since January 2013, I have actively been completing my continuing education requirements for my ARRT registry, while also actively searching the job market. While searching, I have been engaged in part-time positions such as landscaping, swimming pool opening and closing/repair and packing/preparing household goods for moving. Additionally, I also acted as a personal assistant to Dr. Ana Marie Soto.

U.S.Army Reserves 11/1984-05/2014 Radiology, Chief Technologist While in Kuwait, I served as the Chief Technologist in the Radiology section. Responsible for oversight of six technologist at three sites. Provided instruction in the procedures for developing and conducting training of military radiographic technologists. Monitored the use, requirement, maintenance and management of resources within the country of Kuwait. Was instrumental in the ongoing training, developing, mentoring and improving the skills of at least 4 additional radiologic technologists. Operated fixed, CT (Phillips 2/16 slice and Toshiba 16) slice and portable radiology equipment. Liaisoned between ordering physicians and the Radiologist, ensuring that the proper examination was ordered for the patient. Additional duties included: Unit Safety Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) and Unit Environmental Safety NCO. While in Iraq, I served as the Chief Technologist in the Radiology section. Responsible for oversight of nine technologist at 2 sites. Instructed the procedures for developing and conducting training of military radiographic technologists. Liaisoned between ordering physicians and the Radiologist. Supervised radiology activities, operated fixed, CT and portable radiology equipment, and monitored the use, requirement, maintenance and management of resources.Additional duties included: Unit Safety Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) and Unit Environmental Safety NCO.

Veterans Administration Medical Center St. Louis, MO 10/2004-04/2011 CT/Interventional Technologist/ Supervisor 40 hrs/week As an Interventional/CT Technologist, I verified patient to be correct patient using the HIPAA guidelines for two identifiers. Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation. Prepared equipment and positioned patients for interventional and biopsy procedures. Entered patient and procedure into the radiologic information system, and insured that all elements of the examination were properly coded. Evaluated and reported the current equipment inventory to appropriate sources. Operated both a Toshiba 4 slice and a Siemens 64 slice CT scanner.Followed all appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation. Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by a Radiologist. As a Supervisor, I oversaw the day-to-day operations of the Special Imaging Section, Radiology. Managed patient flow through Computed Tomography (CT), Special Procedures and Ultrasound. Consulted with Radiologists for the proper procedural protocol for ordered CT's. Liaisoned between ordering Physicians and staff technologists. Oversaw the whole operation of the Radiology Department in the absence of the Chief Technologist. Recommended the purchase of a Siemens 64 slice scanner, tripling CT output.

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Staff Radiologic Technologist FT-40hrs/week Interacted with ordering Physicians, peers and patient population in the pursuance of proper examinations. Insured that examinations were reported in a timely manner. Performed diagnostically acceptable fluoroscopic, general, portable and surgical examinations. Collaborated with and participated in the Quality Improvement committee to improve services in the Radiology Department. Oversaw training of Radiologic students during the clinical portion of their training. Developed and standardized the fluoroscopic SOP for examinations. Assisted radiologists in complex procedures. Trained and performed in the following areas: General Radiology, Interventional Procedures, Cardiac Catheterization, Surgery and Portable Radiology.

Education

MSA, Health Services Administration Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, Mi 1992-2002 GPA-3.4

BA, History Covenant College, Lookout Mountain, GA 1984-1986

GPA-3.24

AS, Radiologic Technology Manatee Community College, Bradenton, FL 1978-1981

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