Robert Rhodes
Coward,SC
Summary
Well-organized Radiology Technologist with ARRT certification and a member of SCRQSA offering 11 years of healthcare experience. Smoothly evaluate patients using diverse tests and routine procedures. Good prioritization, documentation and records management abilities. Seasoned Cardiovascular Technologist with expertise in test methods and instrument use and laboratory policies and procedures. Exceptional Cardiovascular Technologist offering more than 6 years' working in the cath lab with physicians to diagnose and treat cardiac and peripheral vascular disease. Specializing in care of patients undergoing PTCA, stent placement and IABP placement. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Work well with colleagues and physicians. Assist with the simplest procedures as well as complex procedures.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cath Lab Radiology Vascular Technologist
McLeod Regional Medical Center
01.2018 - Current
- Contributed to a safe working environment by maintaining clean and organized exam rooms, adhering to infection control policies.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing thorough vascular examinations and explaining procedures clearly.
- Assisted in training new Vascular Technologists on department protocols and procedures to maintain high-quality patient care standards.
- Stayed abreast of industry developments through continuous professional development activities, including conferences and workshops.
- Assisted with left and right heart catheterizations with hemodynamics, interventional cardiac catheterizations, pulmonary thrombectomy, renal degeneration, and bronchoscopy procedures.
- Enhanced diagnostic accuracy with meticulous attention to detail in all vascular studies performed.
Staff Radiologic Technologist
McLeod Regional Medical Center
05.2016 - 01.2018
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- 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.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Processed, labeled, and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
Patient Transporter
McLeod Regional Medical Center
01.2013 - 03.2015
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Assisted in training new Patient Transporters on proper techniques, protocols, and company policies, ensuring consistent high-quality care throughout the team.
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Ensured patient safety by properly positioning patients on stretchers, wheelchairs, and other transport equipment.
- Acted as an advocate for patients'' needs while being transported around the facility, ensuring their dignity was preserved at all times.
Education
High School Diploma -
The Carolina Academy
Lake City, SCAssociate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Florence Darlington Technical College
Florence, SC05.2016
Skills
- Arterial Disease Evaluation
- Peripheral Vascular Testing
- Venous insufficiency assessment
- Time management expertise
- Interpersonal Communication Abilities
- Non-Invasive Hemodynamic Testing
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Vitals monitoring
Certification
ARRT Certification
SCRQSA Member
Timeline
Cath Lab Radiology Vascular Technologist
McLeod Regional Medical Center
01.2018 - Current
Staff Radiologic Technologist
McLeod Regional Medical Center
05.2016 - 01.2018
Patient Transporter
McLeod Regional Medical Center
01.2013 - 03.2015
High School Diploma -
The Carolina Academy
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Florence Darlington Technical College
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