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Alexa Schroeder

Shelby,NC

Summary

Hardworking and passionate MRI Technologist offering 4.5 years of clinical experience on Siemens equipment. Highly educated Siemens MR FlexForce Technologist helping clinical staff get the most out of their equipment in the recent sixteen months.

Approachable and proficient in VB, VE, and XA software. Reliable operator of various Siemens imaging hardware with in-depth knowledge of routine troubleshooting and maintenance.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

MRI Technologist

TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital
07.2023 - 10.2023
  • Three-month travel contract for Siemens Healthineers as a FlexForce Technologist
  • Performed all neurological, abdominal, MRA, and musculoskeletal procedures on a 1.5T Siemens Aera and 3T Siemens Skrya on VE11 software
  • Worked quickly and efficiently to clear the STAT orders off the inpatient list before end of shift
  • Assisted in transporting patients as needed
  • Started IVs and collects blood for patients requiring a creatinine check on the i-STAT
  • Used EPIC EMR systems and scans MRI screening forms and implant paperwork into Merge PACS
  • Assisted with scheduling patients with spinal cord stimulators and pacemakers by obtaining and researching implant information
  • Fax patient’s compatible pacemaker model number and lead numbers to their corresponding cardiologist’s office for MRI approval
  • Set pacemakers into MRI mode remotely using Device Interrogation Kiosks from Medtronic, Boston Scientific, and Biotronik
  • Knowledge of scanning implants requiring B1+RMS protocols with the transmit/receive head coil
  • Assisted with teaching and training new MRI staff members.

MRI Technologist

Ohio State East Hospital
02.2023 - 04.2023
  • Performed all neurological, abdominal, MRA, and musculoskeletal procedures on a 1.5T Siemens Sola
  • Assisted outpatients, inpatients, and patients participating in Secretin-Enhanced MRCP research studies
  • Prepare patients for MRI by taking vitals and starting IVs when contrast was ordered
  • Follow MRI safety protocols by thoroughly screening patients and reviewing all surgical history using EPIC EMR systems.

MRI Technologist

RAYUS Radiology
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Travel contract for Siemens Healthineers as a FlexForce Technologist for sixteen weeks
  • Worked independently on a 3T Siemens Skrya in an outpatient-only facility
  • Performed all neurological, abdominal, MRA, arthrograms, and a wide variety of musculoskeletal exams of various ages from toddlers to geriatrics
  • Worked closely with the Radiologist to obtain specialized angles on various MSK protocols
  • Competently starts IVs and administers Gadolinium as ordered under Radiologist supervision.

MRI Technologist

Centra Lynchburg General Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Three-month travel contract for Siemens Healthineers as a FlexForce Technologist
  • Performed all MRI exams on inpatients independently overnight on weekends
  • Operated a 1.5T Siemens Avanto and 3T Siemens Skyra
  • Followed MRI safety protocols by thoroughly screening patients and reviewing all surgical history
  • Used McKesson PACS software and Cerner EMR systems to complete studies.

MRI Technologist

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
11.2021 - 05.2022
  • Six-month travel contract for Siemens Healthineers as a FlexForce Technologist
  • Performed neurological, abdominal, MRA, and musculoskeletal procedures in an acute care setting on routine, trauma, and ventilated patients, as well as outpatients with programmable devices
  • Operated a 1.5T Siemens Sola, a 1.5T Siemens Aera, and a 3T Siemens Verio
  • Experience in scanning various implants including MRI unsafe devices while following strict SAR restrictions as stated in the implant guidelines with approval from the Radiologist
  • Followed MRI safety protocols by thoroughly screening patients and reviewing all surgical history
  • Knowledge with using MRI iRadimed monitors and MRI infusion pumps as indicated.

MRI Technologist

Lawrence Memorial Hospital
08.2019 - 11.2021
  • Performed neurological, abdominal, breast, MRA, and a wide variety of musculoskeletal procedures at both the hospital and an off-campus outpatient center
  • Operated a 1.5T Siemens Sola, a 1.5T Siemens Aera, a 3T Siemens Vida, and a 1.5T Siemens Avanto
  • Maintained an efficient pace by screening and starting IVs ahead of time, rarely leaving the scanner idle
  • Helped schedule MRI exams accurately and precisely, recommending changes when needed
  • Assisted the Radiologist during MRI-guided breast biopsies.

Radiologic Technologist

Salina Regional Health Center
05.2019 - 07.2019
  • Performed all diagnostic, trauma, portables, and surgery procedures as a per diem technologist.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Diagnostic Imaging -

Fort Hays State University
Hays, Kansas
07.2020

Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology -

Fort Hays State University
Hays, Kansas
05.2019

Skills

  • Siemens MRI Scanners
  • XA, VE, VB Software Experience
  • MRI Patient Safety
  • MRI Implant Research
  • MRI Physics
  • B1RMS Protocols
  • Starting IVs
  • Radiologic Technology

Certification

  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, Registered Radiologic Technologist (Radiography)(MRI)
  • Ohio Department of Health, Licensed Radiologic Technologist, #88797979
  • Kansas Board of Healing Arts, Licensed Radiologic Technologist, #22-05881
  • American Red Cross, Basic Life Support (BLS)

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

MRI Technologist

TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital
07.2023 - 10.2023

MRI Technologist

Ohio State East Hospital
02.2023 - 04.2023

MRI Technologist

RAYUS Radiology
08.2022 - 12.2022

MRI Technologist

Centra Lynchburg General Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2022

MRI Technologist

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
11.2021 - 05.2022

MRI Technologist

Lawrence Memorial Hospital
08.2019 - 11.2021

Radiologic Technologist

Salina Regional Health Center
05.2019 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Science in Medical Diagnostic Imaging -

Fort Hays State University

Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology -

Fort Hays State University

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