Valerie Fox
Palos Park
Summary
Dedicated Radiologic Technologist with a proven track record at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, skilled in producing high-quality diagnostic images and fostering positive patient experiences. Committed to professional excellence and effective team collaboration, proficient in DEXA scans, and adept at maintaining HIPAA compliance while ensuring patient safety.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital
07.1999 - Current
- 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.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Prepared and mixed contrast agents for enhanced imaging.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Administered various doses of radiation to obtain desired images.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
- Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.
- Operate all C Arms, including CIOS SPIN and O ARM
- Trained in DEXA Scans
Radiologic Technologist
High Tech Medical Park
08.2002 - 05.2005
- Operated radiologic equipment to obtain images of body structures.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Sciences
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL07-1999
Skills
- Committed to professional excellence
- Commitment to high-quality image production
- Effective team collaborator
- Dependable
- Skilled in fostering student relationships
- Can work a Flexible Schedule
- Proficient in performing DEXA scans
Certification
- Licensed Radiologic Technologist
- IEMA
- ARRT
- ASRT
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
High Tech Medical Park
08.2002 - 05.2005
Radiologic Technologist
Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital
07.1999 - Current
Associate of Science - Radiologic Sciences
Moraine Valley Community College