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Crystal Borders

Elizabethtown

Summary

Dynamic CT Technologist with a proven track record at Baptist Health Hardin, enhancing patient satisfaction through empathetic care and advanced imaging techniques. Skilled in optimizing CT protocols and patient positioning, coupled with exceptional problem-solving and teamwork abilities. Demonstrated leadership by mentoring junior technologists, significantly improving departmental efficiency.

Overview

Work History

CT Technologist

Baptist Health Hardin
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
  • Promoted departmental efficiency through excellent time management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
  • Optimized scanning parameters based on individualized patient factors such as size, age, pathology, or medical history.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities when troubleshooting issues with equipment or imaging procedures.
  • Traveled to nearby outpatient centers to help with coverage.
  • Mentored junior technologists, fostering a supportive learning environment and enhancing team performance.
  • Enhanced patient comfort and cooperation by explaining CT scan procedures in understandable manner.
  • Optimized use of contrast materials by accurately calculating dosages based on patient weight and medical history.
  • Facilitated emergency room diagnostics, rapidly responding to urgent scan requests for critical patients.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by providing empathetic care and addressing concerns during CT procedures.
  • Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
  • Prepared and mixed contrast agents for enhanced imaging.

Education

Associate In Applied Science - Radiology

Elizabethtown Community And Technical College
Elizabethtown, KY
05.2006

Skills

  • Advanced CT imaging
  • Patient care
  • Image reconstruction
  • Cross-sectional anatomy
  • CT protocols
  • Scanner operation
  • Contrast administration
  • Pediatric imaging
  • Post-processing techniques
  • Workplace safety
  • Confidentiality compliance
  • Emergency procedures
  • Pathology identification
  • Imaging software
  • Patient positioning
  • Anatomy
  • Intravenous access
  • Caring and compassionate
  • Radiation safety protocols
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Team collaboration
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Heavy lifting
  • Documentation
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making

Timeline

CT Technologist

Baptist Health Hardin

Associate In Applied Science - Radiology

Elizabethtown Community And Technical College
Crystal Borders