Robert Hiatt
Staunton
Summary
Knowledgeable Healthcare professional with significant background in radiology positions and 1.5 years MRI training. Committed to building and managing high-performing teams to regularly surpass expectations. Coordinates logistics and maintains smooth department operations.
Detailed Radiographer with experience operating diagnostic imaging equipment and interacting with patients. Quickly and clearly directed patients and answered questions to maintain on-time appointments and steady patient flow. Reviewed results for definition, magnification and distortion.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
MRI Technologist
University Of Virginia Medical Center
12.2022 - Current
- I was being crossed trained in MRI while i was completing school.
- Enhanced patient comfort by effectively explaining MRI procedures and addressing concerns.
- Reduced scan time with efficient scheduling and streamlined pre-scan processes.
- Improved image quality by maintaining proper positioning of patients during scans.
- Supported diagnostic accuracy through thorough documentation of relevant patient history and clinical findings prior to exams.
- Administered IV drugs to patients to create contrasts on scanned images.
- Operated MRI equipment, set imaging factors, and manipulated software to generate quality and accurate images.
- Prepared patients for MRI procedures and monitored their condition during the scan.
- Interacted with patients to explain MRI scans and answer questions, providing reassurance and comfort throughout the process.
- Educated patients on procedure, answering questions, and alleviating concerns.
- Positioned patients to obtain quality MRI images.
- Utilized multiple MRI scanner models including T1-weighted, T2-weighted, and diffusion-weighted imaging.
- Increased department efficiency by cross-training in CT and X-ray technology for additional coverage.
- Maintained safe environment, adhering to strict radiation safety guidelines and policies. When working in X-ray.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information.
Radiographer
University Of Virginia Medical Center
06.2019 - Current
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Created images using fluoroscopy, and to help physicians assess and diagnose patients.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Operated mobile scanning equipment to obtain imagery in emergency situations in ER and ICU.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Executed various types of diagnostic imaging procedures on patients ranging in age from premature infants to adult.
- Obtained best imaging by determining exposure factors for individual patients.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- I have access to PACS admin to help improve the work flow of the X-ray department.
- Preforming QA on X-ray equipment to help keep the equipment running to its fullest ability and accurately as possible.
Patient Transporter
Chesapeake Regional Healthcare
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety equipment such as lift swings, stand-up lifts and overhead lifts.
- Located and picked up hospital's requisitioned supplies from designated areas to transport supplies to assigned treatment areas.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
- Provided physical support to patients through diverse types of mobility assistance.
- Comforted patients and families by offering support and encouragement.
- Provided transportation services for whole hospital patients in hospital environment using appropriate equipment.
- Collaborated with CNAs, nurses and physicians to maintain stability during transport and facilitate event-free transport.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to move patients between hospital locations.
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs and stretchers.
- Responded to emergency situations to help with lifting and transporting patients.
- Analyzed patients' medical conditions to identify proper mode of transport.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Advance Imaging Modality`s MRI
Piedmont Virginia Community College
Charlottesville, VA05.2023
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA05.2019
High School Diploma -
Oscar F. Smith High School
Chesapeake, VA06.1999
Skills
- Radiologic technology
- Patient shielding techniques
- X-rays
- Patient confidentiality
- Patient Advocacy
- Body positioning and placement
- Diagnostic imaging
- Equipment management
- Patient Positioning
- Patient Care
- Pediatric Imaging
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Timeline
MRI Technologist
University Of Virginia Medical Center
12.2022 - Current
Radiographer
University Of Virginia Medical Center
06.2019 - Current
Patient Transporter
Chesapeake Regional Healthcare
05.2018 - 05.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Advance Imaging Modality`s MRI
Piedmont Virginia Community College
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Tidewater Community College
High School Diploma -
Oscar F. Smith High School
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