CHEE WENG CHONG

CHEE WENG CHONG

Hospital Corpsman/Dental Assistant

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Radiologic Technologist at NYP Weill Cornell

  • Education

    • CUNY New York City College of Technology

      2021 - 2023
      Associate of Applied Sciences Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 3.9/4.0 GPA

      Dean's List

    • St. John's University

      2013 - 2014
      Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
    • Coastal Carolina Community College

      2017 - 2019
      Associate of Science - AS General Studies 4.0/4.0 GPA

      Dean's List

    • Benjamin N Cardozo High School

      2009 - 2013
      High School Diploma HIGH SCHOOL/SECONDARY DIPLOMAS AND CERTIFICATES

      Dean's List

  • Experience

    • US Navy

      May 2015 - May 2020
      Hospital Corpsman/Dental Assistant

      - Trained in an array of medical and dental equipment.- Help administer a wide range of preventive care and medication, including immunization and intravenous fluids.- Conduct physical examinations and assists in the treatment of diseases and injuries.- Maintain sanitation and safety conditions in the workplace.- Trained as skilled first responders in the field as a Fleet Marine Force corpsmen.- Perform paramedical skills, basic life support, minor surgical procedures, and other routine emergency medical health care procedures.- Trained as an active member of the infantry units including practicing patrols, weapon handling and infantry maneuvers during firefight.- Efficiently managed over 4200 Marines and Sailors dental record resulting in 100% dental record accountability.- Provided dental assistant to various dental department including Oral Surgery, Oral Exam, Restorative, Prosthodontics and Endodontic procedures.- Created impression of patients’ teeth from soft retainers to hard nightguard.- Performed all maintenance and sterilization procedures of all dental equipment and logs in a thorough manner.- Restocked and maintain an inventory of dental supplies and clinic keys to assure constant level of availability.- Exposing dental x-rays for dental diagnostics and maintaining dental x-ray equipment.- Works as a dental sterilization technician includes setting up, process dental instruments and patient care items through sterilization process safely and efficiently.- Maintaining sterilization equipment and transporting dirty instruments to sterilization area for processing.- Set up treatment rooms for next patient procedure.- Provide customer service support to patients and assist dentists during clinical examination.- Educate patients on plague control by explaining prevention to patients.- Acquired "Secret" level clearance to performed duties at high profile building. Show less

    • Mount Sinai West

      Jan 2022 - Jul 2022
      Radiology Student

      - Under direct and indirect supervision of RT, I worked efficiently to produce diagnostic X-ray with Siemens healthineer (Multifusion Max), Konica Minolta portable (mKDR II) and Carestream portable (DRX revolution) for variety of patient ages following ALARA principles in ED, outpatient and portable.- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with shielding techniques and careful positioning.- Confirmed patient information with 2 patient identifiers and educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions.- Prepared and positioned patients accordingly for diagnostic imaging procedures.- Rotated in various hospital areas such as Operating Room, Main Floor, NICU, Medical ICU, and the Emergency Department.- Critique images for diagnostic quality based on patient positioning and exposure factors.- Processed images and conducted reviews for proper identification.- Performs basic X-ray, operating room, trauma, portable and fluoroscopy procedures.- Implements correct procedures to ensure radiation doses are within ALARA limits.- Uphold the principles of ethical and legal behavior. Show less

    • NYC Health + Hospital/Woodhull

      Sept 2022 - Oct 2023
      Radiology Student

      - Proficiently with GE and Siemens equipment, including but not limited to, GE Discovery XR656 HD, GE Healthcare Optima, GE Optima XR646, GE Discovery RF180 and Siemens Luminos Axiom TF.- Worked on the Main floor, ED, Portables, Fluoroscopic Room and Operating Room.- Operated x-rays on pediatric patients while practicing shielding and collimation.- Rotated in other modalities such as OR, CT and MRI.- Practiced patient care and radiation protection during each exam under ALARA and ARRT Standard of Ethic Guidelines.- Performed in pre-procedure operations such as verifying patient information using 2 identifier, explaining procedure, and confirming examination orders under HIPAA guidelines.- Under direct supervision, assisted in OR cases by transporting C-Arms and produced diagnostic X-Ray.- Practicing infection control by wearing PPE while operating in isolated room and hand washing under CDC guidelines.- Serves a diverse community including pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics patient. Show less

    • NEW YORK PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL WEILL CORNELL MEDICAL CENTER

      Sept 2023 - now
      Radiologic Technologist
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)

      NationalCPRFoundation
      Apr 2023
    • Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED

      American Red Cross
      Apr 2023
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to CHEE WENG CHONG
      Academic Achievement Department of Radiologic Technology & Medical Imaging New York City College of Technology-CUNY May 2023 Awarded for Outstanding Clinical Performance
    • Awarded to CHEE WENG CHONG
      Navy and Marines Achievement Medal US Navy Apr 2020 Awarded for meritorious service or achievement in noncombat based on sustained performances.
    • Awarded to CHEE WENG CHONG
      Dean's List Coastal Carolina Community College Dec 2019
    • Awarded to CHEE WENG CHONG
      Letter of Commendation US Navy Nov 2018
    • Awarded to CHEE WENG CHONG
      Letter of Appreciation US Navy May 2017
    • Awarded to CHEE WENG CHONG
      Good Conduct Medal Award US Navy Nov 2016
    • Awarded to CHEE WENG CHONG
      Dean's List Benjamin N. Cardozo High School Jul 2013