MICHAEL E. CRAIGWELL, R.T.

(MR) OBJECTIVE To obtain a position where my patient care skills, multi-modality experience and certification in the field of Radiographic Technology, Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging will have valuable application towards Research and C linical Examinations. Nature of Background & Scope of Experience: Comprehensive formal education and e xperience in MRI, CT, General Diagnostic, Emergency Room, and Operating Room kno wledge at major health care institutions in the State of Texas and New Jersey. Graduate of El Centro MRI Program in Dallas TX. SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE: 3/07 - Present UT Southwestern-Dallas, TX MRI Technologist * Provide leadership skills by training new staff members and students learning how to perform MRI's. * Established high quality imaging protocols for the Philips 3T magnet at the Ou t Patient Building. * Successfully completed ACR Accreditation for the Siemen's 1.5 & Philips 3T at the Out Patient Building. * Operate 3T Philips Achieva Release 2.6 for the Dallas Heart Study and Clinical Examinations. * Performed DHS Liver Spectroscopy, Cardiac, Brain, Carotid, and Abdominal Aorta exams. * Exceptional at multi-tasking while scanning to increase patient output and fin ish exams in a timely manner. * Maintain patient satisfaction to make them feel comfortable to ensure their co nfidence. * Extremely patient towards claustrophobic patients and use methods to relieve a nxiety W/WO medication. * Effective towards troubleshooting any challenges presented during scanning. * Strictly screen patients to ensure safety entering the 3T environment. * Well knowledgeable with the Magic Web Pacs System. * Cross-trained on the 1.5 Siemens MRI Scanner. * Positioning of patients using the appropriate array of coils for specific exam inations. * Scanned neuro and body examinations on outpatients, burn DVD's and films for p hysicians, and properly handle all paperwork sent to medical records. * Performed Cardiac Spectroscopy, Adenosine, Cocaine, Chang, and Levine Heart E xams at Roger's MRI. * Efficient with Cerner, PacsScan and Epic computer systems. 8/06 - 7/08 chnologist Baylor University Medical Center-Dallas, TX MRI Te

* Operate 1.5T GE Signa and GE Signa Excite with multiple channel coils. * Prepare patient for all exams by discussing procedure and answering questions to relieve patient anxiety. * Maintain constant communication with patients and making them comfortable insi de the scanner. * Proficient with handling Critical Care patients from ICU & CCU, assist nurses with transferring patients onto the MRI table, performed many exams and followed proper protocols needed for anesthetized patients and anxiety sedation cases. * Well knowledgeable with GE PACS system.

* Screen patient carefully as per established protocols. * Assist patients with appropriate dress for requested procedures. * Position equipment and accessories according to specific procedures. * Effective towards adjusting parameters on the scanner to enhance images and re duce scan time. * Perform MR Cardiac Post-Processing using Report Card Workstation. * Exceptional venipuncture skills starting butterflies and IV catheters of all s izes. * Achieve patient satisfaction by treating patients like family members. * Perform Brain Spectroscopy and Brain Perfusion examinations. * Efficient with Rad-Net and BCON computer systems, as well as scanning document s. 6/06 - 12/06 CT Technologist Doctors Hospital-Dallas, TX

* Perform examinations using GE Light Speed Ultra 16 detector scanner. * Utilize excellent patient care skills to keep all patients at ease to perform the examinations. * Perform CT Vascular and Non Vascular studies, involving body and extremity ima ging. * Well experienced using 3d reconstruction and reformations. * Setup ventilation machines for all ICU patients. * Excellent venipuncture skills inserting IV catheters and butterflies of all si zes. 11/02- 07/06 I/CT Technologist Medical City Dallas Hospital-Dallas, TX MR

* Operate 1.5T GE Signa and GE Signa Excite with 8 channel coils. * Prepare patient for all exams by discussing procedure and answering questions to relieve patient anxiety. * Maintain constant communication with patients and making them comfortable insi de the scanner. * Proficient with handling Critical Care patients from ICU & CCU, assist nurses with transferring patients onto the MRI table, performed many exams and followed proper protocols needed for anesthetized patients and anxiety sedation cases. * Well knowledgeable with Fuji PACS system. * Screen patients carefully as per established protocols. * Assist patients with appropriate dress for requested procedures. * Position equipment and accessories according to specific procedures. * Effective towards adjusting parameters on the scanner to enhance images and re duce scan time. * Perform MR Cardiac Post-Processing using Report Card Workstation. * Exceptional venipuncture skills starting butterflies and IV catheters of all s izes. * Achieve patient satisfaction by treating patients like family members. * Multi modality skills utilized with CT Department using GE Light Speed. 11/01- 5/03 gist Baylor University Medical Center-Dallas, TX CT Technolo

* Operated examinations using GE Light Speed, Ultra 8 detector and CTI Scanners. * Utilize excellent patient care skills to keep all patients at ease to perform the examinations. * Perform CT Vascular and Non Vascular studies, involving body and extremity ima ging. * Well experienced using 3d reconstruction and reformations. * Setup ventilation machines for all ICU patients. * Well knowledgeable using GE PACS system.

* Excellent venipuncture skills inserting IV catheters and butterflies of all si zes.

10/00- 12/01 Medical Center of Plano-Plano, TX Radiologic Technologist * Perform trauma room x-rays consisting of backboard and collared patients. * Rotated to the O.R and perform x-rays for cases using fluoroscopy and portable s exams. * Ascertain nature, location, and degree of injury, disease or affliction from i nformation gathered from patients and physicians in order to position patients p roperly under X-ray equipment. * Maintain current knowledge of X-ray equipment and procedures to troubleshoot p roblems. * Operate General Electric, Philips, and Liebel Fleischman diagnostic equipment in a manner consistent with institutional standards of performance and quality. * Rotations in the CT Department using GE High Speed Scanner 9/00- 11/01 . Technologist Presbyterian Hospital of Plano-Plano, TX CT/Rad

* Perform Diagnostic Procedures & Fluoroscopy Examinations including UGI's, Mylo grams, Discograms, Lumbar Punctures, and Gadolinium Shoulders, IVP's & E.R.C.P's using Siemens and GE equipment. * Explain procedures to patients to alleviate their fears, ensure their general comfort, and facilitate the radiographic process. * Assist physicians with various Operating Room Procedures i.e., Pacemakers, Cho langiograms, hip replacements, spine work with Texas Back Institute using GE Ste thescope C-arms and GE portables. * Knowledge and experience using GE CT Scanners. * Develop films and discuss quality control with physicians. 9/94 - 8/00 Technologist Raritan Bay Medical Center - Perth Amboy, NJ Radiologic

* Perform Emergency Room trauma procedures as well as various departmental proce dures with and without a radiologist. * Perform many examinations requiring the use of contrast dyes and barium. * Operate General Electric, Philips, and Picker diagnostic equipment in a manner consistent with institutional standards of performance and quality. * Cross-trained in the CT Department using GE CTI Scanner. * Perform many Operating Room procedures and portable examinations. __________________________________________ ______ CERTIFICATIONS Texas Radiologic License # 21745 Registered RT (MR) ID # 285682. Associate in Applied Science Degree 8/94 BLS CPR Certified References available upon request. 2825 GOSPEL DRIVE DALLAS, TX 75237 (972)832-3887 mc13c19ec@westpost.net