Alyssa Murguia
Fontana,KS
Summary
Accomplished MRI Technologist with a proven track record at UCI Health, enhancing patient care through advanced imaging modalities and neuroimaging techniques. Expert in maintaining MR safety protocols, significantly improving scan efficiency and image quality. Skilled in patient education and intravenous contrast administration, contributing to research advancements and superior patient outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MRI Technologist
UCI Health
01.2022 - Current
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Reduced scan time with efficient scheduling and streamlined pre-scan processes.
- Improved image quality by maintaining proper positioning of patients during scans.
- Maintained high-quality imaging standards, ensuring clarity and precision in every scan.
- Administered IV drugs to patients to create contrasts on scanned images.
- Participated in research projects, contributing to advancements in MRI technology.
- Operated MRI equipment, set imaging factors, and manipulated software to generate quality and accurate images.
- Utilized multiple MRI scanner models including T1-weighted, T2-weighted, and diffusion-weighted imaging.
MRI Technologist
Radnet Management
09.2016 - 12.2021
- Maintained safe environment, adhering to strict radiation safety guidelines and policies.
- Enhanced patient comfort by effectively explaining MRI procedures and addressing concerns.
- Reduced scan time with efficient scheduling and streamlined pre-scan processes.
- Contributed to team success by collaborating closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
- Supported diagnostic accuracy through thorough documentation of relevant patient history and clinical findings prior to exams.
- Enhanced patient comfort and safety with meticulous adherence to MRI safety protocols.
- Positioned patients to obtain quality MRI images.
- Prepared patients for MRI procedures and monitored their condition during the scan.
- Operated MRI equipment, set imaging factors, and manipulated software to generate quality and accurate images.
Education
Associate of Science - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology
West Coast Ultrasound Institute
Beverly Hills, CA07.2016
High School Diploma -
Fontana High School
Fontana, CA03.2011
Skills
- Patient Safety
- Patient Care
- Intravenous Contrast Administration
- Quality Control
- MR Safety Protocols
- Neuroimaging Techniques
- Body Imaging
- Cross-Sectional Anatomy
- Advanced Imaging Modalities
- Contrast Agents Knowledge
- Body positioning and placement
Certification
- Registered Technologist in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (RT(MR)) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
- American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT)
- Certified Venipuncture Technician
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
Timeline
MRI Technologist
UCI Health
01.2022 - Current
MRI Technologist
Radnet Management
09.2016 - 12.2021
Associate of Science - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology
West Coast Ultrasound Institute
High School Diploma -
Fontana High School
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