Heather Frankovich
Freeport
Summary
Skilled CT Technologist proficient in industry best practices and compliance guidelines. Adept at maintaining equipment and supplies. Bringing 17 years of related experience to include Radiology workflow, RIS, PACS, trouble-shooting, and training.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead CT/Xray Technologist
Emerus Holdings
10.2020 - Current
- Utilize RIS for patient scheduling, resource management, resulting exams, expediting the radiology workflow
- PACS/Visage used to store patients images, editing exams, deleting/merging exams
- EPIC experience X8 years
- HL7 experience to share healthcare information
- Clario for use in communicating with Radiologists, ensuring exams are crossing the network for available viewing
- Mentored junior team members to enhance their technical skills and improve overall team productivity.
- Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize team productivity.
- Reduced downtime for critical systems through proactive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
- Conducted comprehensive system analysis to identify areas for improvement, leading to more streamlined operations and reduced costs.
CT Technologist
Allegheny Health Network
07.2017 - 12.2021
- EPIC experience utilizing HL7 for data integration across the systems to ensure compatibility and compliance
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
- Promoted departmental efficiency through excellent time management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
CT Technologist
Christiana Care
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Utilized RIS through various applications to ensure efficiency
- Optimized scanning parameters based on individualized patient factors such as size, age, pathology, or medical history.
- Collaborated with radiologists to optimize image quality, leading to improved diagnostic accuracy.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate care and effective communication throughout the imaging process.
Radiologic Technologist
Christiana Care
03.2015 - 06.2016
- Utilized RIS thru various applications to ensure images are sent to Radiologists in a timely manner
- Enhanced patient experience with compassionate communication and meticulous attention to detail during examinations.
- Assisted in training new Radiologic Technologists on department policies, procedures, equipment usage, and best practices for patient care.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
Radiologic Technologist
Bayhealth Kent General Hospital
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Cultivated a positive team atmosphere by sharing knowledge, offering assistance, and fostering collaboration among colleagues.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
Radiologic Technologist
Allegheny Health Network
06.2008 - 04.2013
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to all radiation safety guidelines and protocols.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Science
UPMC School of Medical Imaging
Pittsburgh, PA06.2008
Skills
- EPIC, PACS, Visage, Clario, RIS, DICOM, HL7
- Strong understanding of Radiology workflow
- Ability to problem solve
- Patient Instruction
- Hardware maintenance
- Machine Learning
- IT Troubleshooting
Certification
ARRT
CT certified
BLS certified
Timeline
Lead CT/Xray Technologist
Emerus Holdings
10.2020 - Current
CT Technologist
Allegheny Health Network
07.2017 - 12.2021
CT Technologist
Christiana Care
06.2016 - 06.2017
Radiologic Technologist
Christiana Care
03.2015 - 06.2016
Radiologic Technologist
Bayhealth Kent General Hospital
08.2013 - 05.2015
Radiologic Technologist
Allegheny Health Network
06.2008 - 04.2013
Associate of Science - Radiologic Science
UPMC School of Medical Imaging
ARRT
CT certified
BLS certified
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