Terrence Johnson
Cordova
Summary
Precision-driven Interventional Radiology Technologist with 24 years of experience, known for high productivity and efficiency in completing tasks and meeting team goals. An organized and motivated individual with a passion for performing superior diagnostic procedures in the assistance of the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. Resourceful professional in working under pressure, adapting to new situations, multitasking, and handling new challenges to best enhance the patient care model and the team's efficiency and effectiveness.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interventional Radiology Technologist
Veterans Medical Center
12.2012 - Current
- Assisting interventional radiologists and vascular surgeons in performing minimally to complex invasive surgical procedures, such as chemoembolization, biopsies, microwave ablation, kyphoplasty, and cryoablation, and performing the removal of sutures and tunneled dialysis catheters.
- Perform all aspects of interventional radiology protocols, including maintaining accurate documentation of all patient information and procedure details in accordance with departmental policies and standards for multiple procedures, specialized equipment usage, managing inventory of supplies, and patient transport.
- Perform sterile field set-ups for radiological procedures, sanitizing procedure rooms, IR suites, CT, and bedside procedures, and performing quality control tests on imaging equipment as per established protocols.
- Delivered comprehensive training, and oversaw the work of radiology students and newly hired interventional technologists on equipment, imaging and paperwork processing, patient relations, and mentoring on best practices and techniques in all aspects of the Interventional Radiology department.
- Improved departmental protocols for pathology specimen collections, with instructions to physicians on proper specimen orders, collections, and transport.
Radiologic Technologist
Veterans Medical Center
03.2003 - 12.2012
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images and films for accurate, reliable review, and interpretation.
- Captured images using mobile imaging equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Coordinated with ancillary departments in the setup and performance of all bronchoscopies, ERCP, and PSE exams, and performed all computer input for operating room and fluoroscope exams.
- Conducted and adhered closely to quality control standards in the development and labeling of diagnostic imaging materials.
- Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs for radiology students and new staff technologists on imaging protocols and safety practices to educate on best practices for equipment operation, image processing and patient care.
Radiologic Technologist
Methodist Hospital-South
10.2002 - 05.2010
- Performed all duties of a staff radiological technologist, including routine, portable, fluoroscopic, and operating room exams.
- Coordinated with the GI lab and speech therapist in the setup and performance of all cystography, ERCP, and PSE exams.
- Performed all data input for operating room and fluoroscopic procedures.
- Assist in the training of all new staff and student technologists.
Lead Radiologic Technologist
Federal Correctional Institution
10.1999 - 06.2002
- Sole radiological technologist performing all radiological services at the main and satellite facilities for the Memphis Federal Correctional Institution, which houses over 1,800 male inmates.
- Produced high-quality images for accurate, reliable review and interpretation, and maintained imaging equipment and supplies, ensuring optimal functionality and safety compliance.
- Coordinated scheduling of patients at the main and satellite facilities.
- Performed cast and splint placements for all orthopedic injuries.
- Performed all management of patient files, delivery of results to physicians, and quality assurance of radiological equipment at Main and Satellite facilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Sciences
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR12.2005
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Shelby State Community College
Memphis06.1999
Skills
- Balloon Angioplasty
- Ordering Prosthetics in CPRC systems
- Staff education and training
- Quality Control
- Vascular procedures expertise
- Percutaneous drainage procedures
- Digital subtraction angiography
- Venous Access procedures
- Stent placement proficiency
- Oncologic interventional procedures
- Electronic Medical Record (VISTA, CPRS, and PACS)
- Radio Pharmaceutical Administration
- Lumbar Punctures
- Contrast administration
- Angiographic imaging
- Radiation safety
- Image-guided biopsies
- Patient transport
- Equipment maintenance
- Inventory management
- Safety protocols
- Problem solving
Certification
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists #337017 Expires May 2026
Timeline
Interventional Radiology Technologist
Veterans Medical Center
12.2012 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Veterans Medical Center
03.2003 - 12.2012
Radiologic Technologist
Methodist Hospital-South
10.2002 - 05.2010
Lead Radiologic Technologist
Federal Correctional Institution
10.1999 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Sciences
Arkansas State University
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Shelby State Community College