PO1 Chris Mendoza

Navy | Hospital Corpsman

Dates of Service: Sep 1994 - Sep 2014

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Sep 2006 - Sep 2014

Radiologic Technologist

Navy Hospital | Bremerton, WA

Operates medical X-ray equipment in performance of all diagnostic radiographic procedures; Assists the radiologist in performing fluoroscopic examinations and computerized axial tomography (CAT scans); Performs special radiographic procedures, vascular procedures, and processes X-rays; Has knowledge of all administrative procedures relative to the radiology service; Performs photodosimetric duties.

Jun 2003 - Mar 2005

Basic Radiographer

Newquay, Cornwall UK | New

Operates limited medical X-ray equipment, having basic knowledge in clinical applications of radiology techniques; Performs basic diagnostic radiographs; Processes X-ray film; Provides administrative assistance for procedures which are pertinent to the radiology service; Assists in maintaining the Terminal Digital Filing System and performs duties under the Photodosimetric Program.

Jan 2000 - Mar 2003

General Duty Corpsman

Branch Health Clinic Bangor | Bangor, WA

Records patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records; Prepares treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean; Interviews patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height; Shows patients to examination rooms and prepares them for the physician; Prepare and administers medication as directed by a physician.

Dec 1996 - Dec 1999

Field Medical Technician

First Medical Battalion | Camp Pendleton, CA

Provides medical and dental services for personnel in field units; Provides technical administrative assistance to support the mission and functions of the Navy and Marine Corps field units; Maintains organizational level AMAL's and ADAL's; Assists in the procurement and distribution of supplies and equipment for field use and combat areas; Maintains field treatment facilities; Renders first aid and emergency medical and dental treatment to unit personnel/combatants; Coordinates and performs medical evacuation procedures; Ensures observance of field sanitary measures and preventive measures in specialized warfare; Conducts first aid and health education training programs.

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