P A T R I C K E N N I S

A S,

R T ( R ) ( M R ) ( C T )

561-***-****

adwr6z@r.postjobfree.com

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Riviera Beach, Fl. 33404

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Director of Operations with demonstrated ability to provide leadership and guidance in overseeing all facets of successful medical imaging operations while improving long-term business outlook and controlling costs. Lead and mentor personnel professional development to build a highly successful team.

SKILLS

Quality assurance Team management

Budgeting and cost control Manage operations

Customer service Staff hiring

Performance evaluations Employee training and development EXPERIENCE

Director of Operations/Part Owner/Chief Technologist, Beaches Open MRI of PBG, Jan 2004 - Current, Palm Beach Gardens, Fl.

Developed business opportunities by building excellent relationships with current clients, networking in industry, and cultivating strong partnerships. Increased employee job satisfaction with hands-on, motivational approaches. Prepared payroll and maintenance budgets for owners approval. Coordinated high-quality service, upholding reputation for excellence. Managed employees, scheduled shifts, determined and provided training needs, and conducted performance reviews.

Created and implemented all MRI protocols.

Proficient in all advanced imaging (ie: MRI's, MRA's, Cardiac, Breast, Non- Contrast Renals, FBI- Fresh Blood imaging).

Performed weekly ACR and QC tests on MRI machine and printers. Chief Technologist, University MRI of Boca Raton, Jun 1998 - Dec 2003, Boca Raton, Fl. Coordinated with engineer all times for installations and repairs. Promoted and enforced safety standards and resolved workplace safety hazards. Developed preventive maintenance schedules and procedures. Trained and supervised all MRI/CT Technologist.

Maintained good working relationship with co-workers and management. Assisted team members and managers with tasks to maintain productivity and meet project milestones.

Created and implemented all MRI, MRA protocols.

Processed all MR and CT Volume renderings on (ie: Cardiac, Coronary Arteries, PR

Colonoscopy's, MRA's, and CTA's).

Performed weekly ACR and QC tests on MRI machine and printers. MRI Technologist/ PRN, MRI of South Broward, Mar 1996 - Jul 1998, Hollywood, Fl. Operated diagnostic, computer, and communication equipment according to established safety standards.

Implemented protocols to process MRI data for scan results. Assessed patients' conditions, comfort, and safety during procedures. Injected intravenous contrast dyes to improve quality of imagery. Obtain medical histories from patients.

Selected appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images. Chief Technologist, International Magnetic Imaging (IMI), Oct 1995 - May 1998, Plantation

, Fl.

Trained and supervised all MRI personnel.

Assisted team members and managers with tasks to maintain productivity and meet project milestones.

Reviewed incoming orders for mistakes to maintain accurate protocol sequences. Finished all tasks and job duties, adhering to deadlines to avoid delays. Monitored processes and recommended methods for improvement. Supported operations with consistent maintenance and updates of corporate files and records.

Created and implemented all MRI protocols.

Performed weekly ACR and QC test on MRI machine and printers. Manager/Marketing Representative, Mobile Technology Inc., Apr 1993 - Oct 1995, Los Angeles, Ca.

Managed employee performance through disciplining, coaching, and counseling. Developed employees to improve their knowledge bases, increase team value and improve leadership potential.

Analyzed productivity reports to manage overall performance. Interviewed, hired, and trained all employees and scheduled work hours. Oversaw day-to-day operations and special projects in fast-paced mobile medical setting.

Developed and maintained effective working relationships with team members, management, and customers to boost company productivity and morale. Created and implemented all MRI protocols.

MRI Technologist, Mobile Technology Inc., Dec 1992 - Apr 1993, Los Angeles, Ca. Operated Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners. Conducted inventories to maintain stock of clinical supplies. Injected intravenous contrast dyes to improve quality of imagery. Took brief medical histories from patients.

Screened patients to identify any concerns, including implanted magnetic objects and risk of current pregnancy.

Assessed patients' conditions, comfort, and safety during procedures. Evaluated doctors' orders and patients' diagnoses to determine optimal imaging Sep 1990

procedures.

Created and implemented all MRI protocols.

EDUCATION

Associate of Science, Radiologic Technologist

Wallace State Community College - Hanceville, Al.