DeVondia Hughes BS, R.T.(R)(CT)(AART)
Vacaville
Summary
Patient-focused Radiologic Technologist with over 26 years of experience in the healthcare field. Well-versed in producing accurate diagnostic images while comforting patients and providing clinical directives to staff. Demonstrated talents in guiding teams and strengthening relationships with patients. Motivated and successful in streamlining diagnostic imaging processes and cutting costs through improved resource utilization. Proven leader with proven history of developing highly competent teams.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
Kaiser Permanente
09.2002 - Current
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- 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.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Served as informational resource for patients and families by educating about imaging processes and addressing questions and concerns.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films and chemicals.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Adhered closely to quality control standards in developing and labeling of diagnostic imaging materials.
- Developed and delivered training programs for students and technologists to educate on best practices for equipment operation, image processing and patient care.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
Laboratory Technician
Kaiser Permanente
04.1999 - 09.2002
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave and evaporator.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards.
- Registered and prepared samples for general analytical testing through data entry, weighing and physical homogenization.
- Prepared and assured accuracy of standards and reagents needed for analyses.
- Supported laboratory staff with advanced troubleshooting, resolving complex problems and helping with special projects.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
Education
Radiology GE -
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CAMHA - Master's of Health Administration
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
Standish, MI05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Radiology Administration
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
Standish, MI05-2025
Associate of Science - Social And Behavioral Sciences
Coastline Community College
Fountain Valley, CA05-2022
Certified Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging
Kaiser Permanente School of Allied Health
Richmond, CA09.2002
Skills
- Medical imaging
- Upholding privacy standards for patients
- Comprehensive patient evaluations
- Patient care coordination
- Patient knowledge enhancement
- Staff training facilitation
- Preventive equipment maintenance
- Clinical patient assistance
- Advanced CT techniques knowledge
- Radiologic imaging expertise
- Radiation safety
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
Kaiser Permanente
09.2002 - Current
Laboratory Technician
Kaiser Permanente
04.1999 - 09.2002
Certified Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging
Kaiser Permanente School of Allied Health
Radiology GE -
San Francisco State University
MHA - Master's of Health Administration
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
Bachelor of Science - Radiology Administration
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
Associate of Science - Social And Behavioral Sciences
Coastline Community College
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