Julie Swan
Mount Juliet
Summary
Dynamic Interventional Radiology Manager with over 8 years of experience ensuring patient safety and satisfaction. Skilled in implementing radiation safety protocols and fostering communication among medical staff to enhance procedural outcomes and patient care quality.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Interventional Radiology Technologist/Manager
The Surgical Clinic
Nashville, TN
03.2017 - Current
- Operated advanced imaging equipment for interventional procedures, ensuring optimal safety and patient care.
- Collaborated with physicians to prepare patients and assist during minimally invasive procedures.
- Monitored patient vital signs and responded promptly to changes, maintaining a high level of care.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for seamless operations in the department.
- Provided ongoing support to physicians, nurses, and other medical staff for optimal patient care during interventional radiology procedures.
- Ensured safety compliance by adhering to radiation protection guidelines and consistently updating protocols as needed.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and efficient care during interventional radiology procedures.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
Interventional Radiology Technologist
University Vascular
Memphis, TN
03.2015 - 02.2017
- Operated advanced imaging equipment to assist in minimally invasive procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to ensure optimal patient care during interventional radiology exams.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Repaired and troubleshot radiologic equipment.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
Interventional Radiology Technologist
Methodist University Hospital
Memphis, TN
01.2008 - 03.2015
- Trained and mentored junior technologists on equipment operation and procedural protocols.
- Reviewed patient histories and imaging results to support diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing efficiency in the preparation for interventional procedures.
- Maintained inventory of supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for timely procedures.
Education
No Degree - Certificate
St Joseph School of Radiology
Memphis, TN07-1999
No Degree -
Midsouth Community College
West Memphis, AR07-1997
High School Diploma -
Marion High School
Marion, AR05-1996
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Radiation safety protocols
- ACLS/BLS
- ARRT
- ASRT
- Interventional radiology
- Sterile technique adherence
- Angiography proficiency
- Vascular procedures expertise
- Arterial Access techniques
- Venous Access procedures
- Stent placement proficiency
- Staff training
- ALARA adherence
- PACS operation
- HIPAA compliance
- Caring and compassionate
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
- Reliability
- Patient care
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Heavy lifting
Timeline
Interventional Radiology Technologist/Manager
The Surgical Clinic
03.2017 - Current
Interventional Radiology Technologist
University Vascular
03.2015 - 02.2017
Interventional Radiology Technologist
Methodist University Hospital
01.2008 - 03.2015
No Degree - Certificate
St Joseph School of Radiology
No Degree -
Midsouth Community College
High School Diploma -
Marion High School