Gilbert A. Avila

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San Antonio, Texas 78216

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Medely Medical Contract August 2018 – Present

San Antonio, Texas

Provided C-Arm support to various surgical and imaging centers as a PRN radiology technologist. Most work consisted of providing radiological support to podiatrists, pain management, oncologist and spine/orthopedic surgeons.

Trusted Care Surgery Center October 2018 to Present San Antonio, Texas

Provided C-Arm support in a surgical capacity to podiatrist, orthopedic surgeons and pain management physicians. As a PRN radiology technologist assisting with fluoroscopy exams and took care of the duties of the Radiation Safety Officer and made sure fluoroscopy equipment was within local, state and federal regulations. Handle and monitor all dosimetry badges. Universal Hospital Services. September 2018 – October 2018 San Antonio, Texas

Provided radiology assistance using C-Arm for fluoroscopy support to urologist during extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL) exams in a surgical center or in a hospital operating room. Tenet healthcare at St. Luke’s Hospital. April 2018 – September 2018 San Antonio, Texas

Radiology technologist providing digital radiology support to various hospital departments. To include surgery, emergency room, intensive care units, neonatal intensive care units and general medical floors. Both portable and radiology departmental support was provided. All images were stored using digital storage via PACS systems. Contrast studies, lumbar puncture studies, line placements assisting radiologist were also performed.

Unemployed during January- March 2018 to help with family medical care. Reliance Mobile Diagnostic Services August 2017 – December 2017 Addison, Texas

Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) and Marketing/Business Coordinator. As a registered radiology technologist one of my duties besides taking digital x rays is to adhere to state and federal laws protecting both employees and the general public. As a Radiation Safety Officer, I monitor radiation exposure rates of staff technologists and make sure all guidelines and parameters are met within these laws. All radiologic equipment is tested and kept in optimal condition to meet both state and federal guidelines for safe use on the general public as mandated by law. Any inconsistencies are directed to me by staff and corrected in a timely manner. If equipment can't or don't meet these safety criteria, they will be reported as inoperative and removed from public use. Once repaired or replaced, I will have a physicist conduct an Equipment Performance Evaluation (EPE). Monitoring of staff badges for exposure levels are done quarterly. Exposure readings are calculated and results are sent to us from an outside monitoring agency. Other duties include monitoring staff credentials. QA/QC of all radiologic equipment with phantom testing, update exposure/technique charts and upkeep of Radiation Safety and Protection Manual. My marketing abilities are still in the infancy stage as for medical contracts and referrals. Most of it deals with trying to establish an account with physicians, home health care facilities, hospice centers, nursing homes and assisted living.

Unemployed due to being laid off. June 2017 – July 2017 Interventional Radiology Technologist

Ambulatory Surgical Institute of Dallas December 2016-May 2017 Addison, Texas

Ran the C-Arm (fluoroscopic unit) and assisted Pain Management physicians by providing radiographic images of the spine, to include cervical, thoracic and lumbar. Other exams consisted of the SI joints, knees, shoulders, AC joints, hip joints and some upper and lower extremities. Specific spinal exams included steroid injections of intervertebral, transluminal, and facets. Rhizotomies and discograms of the lumbar, cervical and thoracic were also conducted. Quadruple peripheral nerve stimulation procedures were also done utilizing fluoroscopy. Point of contact as the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO).

Wellmed at Medical Center May 2016-November 2016

San Antonio, Texas

Provided radiology support to 5 physicians on upper and lower extremities, skull series, abdomen series, and spine. Assisted with digital medical records. Wellmed at Ingram April 2015-May 2016

Provided radiology support to 6 physicians, 3 physician assistants, and 2 specialist

(Rheumatology/Podiatry). Took radiographic images using digital xray and digital processing. Storage and accountability of all images thru PACS. Documentation of radiographic reports via electronic scanning. Other duties: Fire marshal, Team Morale Coordinator and N95 Instructor/Trainer. Provided assistance with document scanning of laboratory flow sheets and charts. Part of the Focus on Care team assisting with patient care. Promote team bonding events, both during and after work hours. Assisted with stock documentation of all equipment and supplies in clinic. Coordinator of all policies and procedure documentation within the clinic.

Strong written and verbal communication skills during staff meetings and other group events. Great patient care and steadfast assistance in all duties assigned. Completed all tasks in a timely manner with constant praise by physicians, staff and patients. Wellmed at Embassy Oaks February 2013-April 2015

San Antonio, Texas

Provided radiology support using digital imaging for 5 physicians, 3 specialists (Cardiology, Podiatry and Rheumatology), a physician assistant, and a nurse practitioner. All images sent via PACS. Other duties: fire marshal, quality team captain, team morale appointee, bio-hazard and medical waste coordinator, and community volunteer representative. Organized and operated on numerous events assisting with South Texas Blood and Tissue Center Blood Drives, help with monthly food drives with the San Antonio Food Bank. Coordinated several volunteer events with Wellmed Community Initiatives to include the Texas Ramp Built Program, and the San Antonio Haven for Hope Center.

Strong radiology support in a timely manner. Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills during staff meetings, monthly quality team captain meetings and weekly team huddles. Received Employee of the Month for July 2014. Designed the Wellmed@Embassy Oaks Team T-shirt and 24/7 key chain.

Unemployed November 2012 – January 2013

Alamo Mobile X-ray & EKG Services August 2011-October 2012 San Antonio, Texas

Provided radiology support using portable digital imaging to medical facilities to include nursing homes, hospice centers, rehabilitation clinics, home health and surgical centers. Used laptop computer for digital storage and diagnostic interpretation of radiology reports. Provided top notch radiology support in a timely manner. SAKDC November 2003-July 2011

San Antonio, Texas

Provided radiology support in a surgical capacity using fluoroscopy and assisted with surgical scrub duties. Other duties: Material Management Manager, bio-hazard quality control monitor, facility Radiation Safety Officer (RSO).

Member of the 2007 and 2009 Center of the Year recognized by Davita Inc. Great radiology support with excellent surgical scrub duties. Outstanding material management skills recognized for optimal record accountability by Davita Inc. Worked in various hospitals within the San Antonio area to include Baptist Health Systems, Nix Health Systems, and the Christus Health Systems,

Education.

1 Year Certificate in Medical Sonography - 2000

Baptist Institute of Health

San Antonio, Texas

2 Year Certificate in Radiology 1995

Baptist Institute of Health

San Antonio, Texas

Military Service.

United States Air Force August 1980-August 1986

Honorable Discharge

Married with 6 children.

Owner of Sounds Unlimited DJ Systems 1986-Present

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