Wigber Torres
Radiology Technologist
Woodbridge
Summary
Focused radiologic professional offering background producing accurate, quality diagnostic images. Expert at positioning patients and equipment based on physician orders. Successful at properly shielding patients to minimize radiation exposure.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
Inova Mt. Vernon Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Applied and positioned 3 types of equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Prepared and administered 2 types of contrast materials, 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.
Radiologic Technologist
Cedar Hill Urgent Care
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Facilitated a positive care experience for an average of 50 patients daily by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Produced high-quality images for accurate, reliable review and interpretation.
- Adhered closely to quality control standards in developing and labeling of diagnostic imaging materials.
Enlisted Soldier
US Army
03.2020 - Current
- Currently serve as Radiology Specialist at 405th Field Hospital
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
- Selected as Junior Enlisted Soldier of Year upon winning 804th Medical Brigade Best Warrior Competition.
Radiology Technologist
Garnet Health Medical Center
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms and patients' bedsides.
- Executed various types of diagnostic imaging procedures on patients ranging in age from toddler to adult.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Professional Studies
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN 08.2021 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technologist
Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences
Bethesda, MD 06.2020 - 05.2021
Skills
Radiologic technology
EMR / EHR
Patient confidentiality
Diagnostic imaging
Patient shielding techniques
X-rays
Accomplishments
804th Medical Brigade FY22 Junior Enlisted Soldier of the Year
Affiliations
US Army Reserve
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
Inova Mt. Vernon Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Cedar Hill Urgent Care
10.2022 - 10.2023
Radiology Technologist
Garnet Health Medical Center
02.2022 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Professional Studies
Purdue University Global
08.2021 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technologist
Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences
06.2020 - 05.2021
Enlisted Soldier
US Army
03.2020 - Current
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