Heidi Brown
Saint Charles
Summary
RT(R)(MR)(ARRT)(ASRT)/BLS
Experienced medical imaging specialist prepared for this role with strong expertise in MRI technology, patient care, and diagnostic imaging. Known for reliability and adaptability, excelling in collaborative environments to achieve optimal results. Skilled in operating advanced imaging equipment, interpreting scans, and maintaining safety protocols. Consistently focused on quality, precision, and patient-centered service.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
MRI Technologist
Mercy Healthcare
10.2020 - Current
- Operated MRI equipment, ensuring patient safety and comfort during procedures.
- Collaborated with radiologists to optimize imaging techniques for accurate diagnoses.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and functionality of MRI machines.
- Assisted in training new staff on MRI protocols and safety procedures.
- Reviewed patient histories to identify potential contraindications for MRI scans.
- Implemented quality control measures, enhancing imaging accuracy and reliability.
- Educated patients on procedures, alleviating concerns through effective communication.
MRI/X-ray Technologist
Central Ohio Primary Care
04.2017 - 09.2020
- Daily/weekly ACR QA, protocol daily with the radiologist on site, build protocols, research, contact patients doctors if questions, screen patients, perform the appropriate exam needed, start IV, and administer contrast when advised.
- Fill in as an x-ray tech PRN.
- Train other technologists to do MRI.
- MRI Tech at one of the nations largest physician owned outpatient primary care facility in Ohio.
MRI/X-ray Technologist
Advantage Diagnostics
09.2015 - 04.2017
- MRI/X-ray tech on Hitachi Open MRI.
- Very busy outpatient center.
- Perform x-rays and MRI's daily.
MRI/X-ray Technologist
Pery Memorial Hospital
07.2006 - 09.2015
- Started my Radiologic Technologist career performing x-rays, flouro cases, surgery, on-call, pain clinic c-arm operator, and some basic CT scans.
- 2009-2015 was second MRI Technologist(Siemens).
Education
MRI CerticaAte -
Carl Sandburg College
Galesburg, IL05.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technologies
Sauk Valley Community College
Dixon, IL07.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Travel/Tourism
Mid- State Technical College
Peoria, IL05.1997
College Prep Courses - undefined
Princeton High School
Princeton, IL05.1995
Skills
- Patient safety
- Patient care
- Intravenous contrast administration
- Quality control
- MR safety protocols
- Advanced imaging modalities
- Staff training
- Patient education
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Team collaboration
Timeline
MRI Technologist
Mercy Healthcare
10.2020 - Current
MRI/X-ray Technologist
Central Ohio Primary Care
04.2017 - 09.2020
MRI/X-ray Technologist
Advantage Diagnostics
09.2015 - 04.2017
MRI/X-ray Technologist
Pery Memorial Hospital
07.2006 - 09.2015
College Prep Courses - undefined
Princeton High School
MRI CerticaAte -
Carl Sandburg College
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technologies
Sauk Valley Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Travel/Tourism
Mid- State Technical College
Job Title
MRI/Radiologic Technologist
Personal Information
Title: MRI/Radiologic Technologist