Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards
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Kari Burkholder

Staunton

Summary

Compassionate healthcare worker specializing in pediatrics and special needs patients, proficient in pediatric x-ray, fluoroscopy, and DEXA scans. Skilled communicator with a nurturing demeanor that fosters a calm and soothing environment for patients. Committed to delivering top-notch care to all patients, prioritizing efficiency while building strong relationships. Possessing exceptional memorization abilities and adept at handling high-pressure situations with patience and composure, well-versed in diverse medical conditions and patient statuses.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Radiographic Technologist

UVA Battle Building Children's Hospital, Charlottesville
05.2024 - Current
  • Performs diagnostic radiographic examinations and fluoroscopic procedures on a variety of patients in compliance with protocols established by UVA
  • Implement Radiation safety measures, insuring a reduction of radiation exposure to all patients and other workers
  • Stock rooms with proper bedding and sanitary products before hand to ensure a timely and efficient patient care experience
  • Practices safe patient transfers
  • Properly positions patients for the best quality imaging results to ensure accurate diagnosis done by physicians
  • Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.
  • Performs in special procedure pediatric exams including VCUGs, CVUSs and feeding tube replacements

Barista

Northridge Cafe
04.2021 - 08.2022
  • Large multitasking capabilities
  • Keeping calm composure during fast paced situations
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.

Education

Associate of Science - Radiography

Piedmont Virginia Community College
05.2024

pre-requisites -

Blue Ridge Community College
05.2022

Advanced Deploma -

Riverheads Highschool
05.2018

Skills

  • Experience working at Level 1 Trauma center
  • Pediatric care expertise, includes pediatrics, special needs and mentally impaired patients
  • Proficient in Digital Radiography in Orthopedic imaging
  • Fluoroscopic procedures and catheter insertion trained
  • Experience using portables
  • Experience using manual techniques due to variety of patients including infants and adolescents
  • Energetic and friendly while creating a safe space
  • Inpatient and outpatient experience
  • Experience using EPIC and PACS systems for image processing
  • Experience using Carestream and Semens equipment
  • Can determine “outside-the-box” solutions while still practicing radiation safety to ensure the best images are taken based on radiographic protocols

Certification

  • AHA CPR & First Aid certification
  • ARRT RT(R) certification

Awards

2016 Staunton Leadership Program, National Honors Society Applicant, Radiography 1st year Keats Award and scholarship for Clinical Excellence 2023, Graduated Radiography program PVCC class of ‘24 with a 4.0 GPA

Timeline

Radiographic Technologist

UVA Battle Building Children's Hospital, Charlottesville
05.2024 - Current

Barista

Northridge Cafe
04.2021 - 08.2022

Advanced Deploma -

Riverheads Highschool

Associate of Science - Radiography

Piedmont Virginia Community College

pre-requisites -

Blue Ridge Community College
Kari Burkholder