Chelsea DeStefano R.T. (R)

Radiologic Technologist at The Doctors'​ Office Urgent Care NJ
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Toms River, New Jersey, United States, JE

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Credentials

  • ARRT Organization
    The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) Certification
    American Red Cross
  • R.T. (R) NJ-License
    NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
  • R.T. (R) NY-License
    New York State Department of Labor

Experience

    • United States
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Radiologic Technologist
      • Jun 2022 - Present

      -Prepare patients for radiological procedures and take x-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety. -Protect patients and staff from radiation exposure by practicing sound procedures which meet or exceed recommended industry standards. -Obtain quality diagnostic radiographs as requested by healthcare practitioner. Maintain a repeat rate of two percent or less. -Ensure that all equipment is in good working condition and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. -Recording physician-dictated diagnosis, prescriptions, and instructions for patient discharge. -Documenting physician orders, test results, medications administered, and procedures performed. -Assisting physicians with basic patient care, physician examinations, and medical procedures. -Performing and document scribe-initiated procedures and patient vitals signs. Show less

    • Radiologic Technologist
      • Jan 2021 - May 2022

      -Performing vital signs, EKG, rapid glucose testing, venipuncture, allergy testing, and visual acuity testing -Documenting in patient electronic medical records system -Recording patient chief complaint, history of present illness, past medical history, current medications, medical conditions, review of systems, and etc. -Mixing and drawing up vitamin and hormone injections -Maintaining medical supply stock and inventory -Performing vital signs, EKG, rapid glucose testing, venipuncture, allergy testing, and visual acuity testing -Documenting in patient electronic medical records system -Recording patient chief complaint, history of present illness, past medical history, current medications, medical conditions, review of systems, and etc. -Mixing and drawing up vitamin and hormone injections -Maintaining medical supply stock and inventory

    • United States
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Radiologic Technologist
      • Jan 2021 - May 2022

      -Performing c-arm fluoroscopic radiologic imaging for spine and pain procedures such as; Thoracic Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection, Stellate Ganglion Block, Facet Injection, Selective Nerve Root Block, Medial Branch Block, Radiofrequency Ablation, Trigger Point Injection, Occipital Nerve Block, Sacroiliac Joint Injection, Stellate Ganglion Block, and Interlaminar Epidural Steroid Injection -Collecting and processing urine drug screenings -Completing pre and post procedure assessments including vital signs, rapid glucose testing, establishing past medical history, current medications, medical conditions, and pain scale rating -Collecting and processing urine drug screenings -Maintaining medication and medical supplies stock and inventory for office -Respecting and maintains privacy and dignity of patients and assures patient confidentiality at all times -Representing the clinic in a professional manner in person, in telephone conversations, and in written correspondence -Performing basic functions such as photocopying, scanning and faxing Show less

    • United States
    • Medical Practices
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Radiologic Technologist
      • Sep 2019 - Jan 2021

      -Producing high quality radiographs following CityMD X-ray protocols, procedures and Department of Health regulatory compliance in an efficient and accurate manner -Performing diagnostic radiographic imaging studies in a reasonable amount of time -Properly documenting X-ray studies performed and facilitating the communication between the Provider and Radiologist by using all internal X-ray and care coordination software -Keeping an accurate record of QC log books including pregnancy consent form, daily check off list, patient log book, repeat/rejects so as to be fully compliant with the Department of Health Troubleshooting equipment and software malfunctions and informing Site Manager and X-Ray Manager when service needs to be contacted -Assisting with patient flow and utilizing the flag system to maintain good communication between all clinical staff members -Performing vital signs and documenting results in the EMR -Assisting with CLIA waived tests, EKGs, splints, sling placement, and proper use of crutches -Helping maintain the cleanliness of the site, including waiting room, exam rooms, labs, common work areas, X-ray suite, and break room -Recording physician-dictated diagnosis, prescriptions, and instructions for patient discharge -Documenting physician orders, test results, medications administered, and procedures performed -Assisting physicians with basic patient care, physician examinations, and medical procedures -Performing and document scribe-initiated procedures and patient vitals signs -Facilitating necessary diagnostic tests (CT/MRI/Ultrasounds), and referrals for additional follow-up care -Obtaining blood samples for medical testing through venipuncture -Enhancing the culture of healthcare by providing exceptional patient care, safety, and best practice Show less

    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Radiologic Technologist
      • Aug 2017 - Jan 2021

      -Producing high quality radiographs following CityMD X-ray protocols, procedures and Department of Health regulatory compliance in an efficient and accurate manner -Performing diagnostic radiographic imaging studies in a reasonable amount of time -Properly documenting X-ray studies performed and facilitating the communication between the Provider and Radiologist by using all internal X-ray and care coordination software -Keeping an accurate record of QC log books including pregnancy consent form, daily check off list, patient log book, repeat/rejects so as to be fully compliant with the Department of Health Troubleshooting equipment and software malfunctions and informing Site Manager and X-Ray Manager when service needs to be contacted -Assisting with patient flow and utilizing the flag system to maintain good communication between all clinical staff members -Performing vital signs and documenting results in the EMR -Assisting with CLIA waived tests, EKGs, splints, sling placement, and proper use of crutches -Helping maintain the cleanliness of the site, including waiting room, exam rooms, labs, common work areas, X-ray suite, and break room -Recording physician-dictated diagnosis, prescriptions, and instructions for patient discharge -Documenting physician orders, test results, medications administered, and procedures performed -Assisting physicians with basic patient care, physician examinations, and medical procedures -Performing and document scribe-initiated procedures and patient vitals signs -Facilitating necessary diagnostic tests (CT/MRI/Ultrasounds), and referrals for additional follow-up care -Obtaining blood samples for medical testing through venipuncture -Enhancing the culture of healthcare by providing exceptional patient care, safety, and best practice Show less

    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Radiolgic Technologist
      • Jun 2017 - Jul 2017

      -Taking patients medical history, information pertaining to the patients visit to the doctor and record vital signs of patients to help the doctor with diagnosis-Preparing patients for physician evaluation-Assisting physician with evaluation and treatment of patient-Assisting physician with special procedures such as but not limited to: arthrograms, barium enemas, hysterosalpingograms, swallow studies-Performing basic radiologist tests and oversees the production of x-rays-Maintaining accurate record of all x-ray films to include appropriate log entries, x-ray documentation for jackets and accurate filing of films-Coordinating the reading of all x-ray films with physician-Relaying information to patients regarding preparation of laboratory tests and examinations Arranges examining room instruments and equipment and keeps the examining rooms neat and clean-Initiating and maintaining correspondence with patients and insurance companies-Respecting and maintains privacy and dignity of patients and assures patient confidentiality at all times-Representing the clinic in a professional manner in person, in telephone conversations, and in written correspondence-Performing basic functions such as photocopying, scanning and faxing Show less

    • Radiologic Technologist Assistant
      • Jan 2017 - Jun 2017

Education

  • Englewood Hospital School of Radiography
    ARRT, Radiologic Technology
    2015 - 2017
  • Atlantic County Institute of Technology
    High School Diploma, Health Science
    2007 - 2011
  • Atlantic Cape Community College

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