Angelica Solis-Diaz RT(MR)
Norwalk,CA
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented dual certified (ARRT) (ARMRIT) MRI Technologist with 2+ years of experience seeking a full-time position that supports ongoing professional development. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care. Quick to adapt to new technologies and workflows, with a strong ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MRI Technologist
Expert MRI
Bellflower, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Currently working full-time in a fast-paced, high-volume outpatient and hospital setting (Culver City hospital).
- Proficient in operating 1.5T and 3T GE systems (23x & 16x software), Siemens Lumina 3T (wide bore), Siemens 1.5T, and .6T Fonar upright machines.
- Often traveling to different locations within the company, having to adapt quickly to different softwares and clinical environments.
- Perform an average of 15-20 exams a day. Mentor/train MRI students during their clinical rotations.
- Perform MRI exams of the torso, chest, head, extremities, vascular structures.
- Routinely handle complex cases including immobile, claustrophobic, and bariatric patients, often administering contrast via venipuncture and IV.
- Experience in scanning hospital patients and coordinating care with radiology departments, nurses, and transport teams.
- Perform weekly QA phantom scans to assess image quality, magnet homogeneity, and system performance per ACR accreditation standards.
- Strong troubleshooting skills, including safely rebooting MRI systems and collaborating with service engineers to minimize downtime.
Caregiver
In Home Support Services (IHSS)
Norwalk, CA
08.2020 - 04.2024
- Supervised a disabled individual for their safety and performed other duties as needed such as cleaning, meal preparation, medications, wound care etc.
MRI Technologist Externship
Expert MRI
Bellflower, CA
07.2023 - 01.2024
- 1040 in person hrs.
- Operated GE 1.5T, Siemens 3T, and .6T FONAR MRI systems. Screened patients to ensure their safety, positioned patients onto the machine. Completed all exam competencies, adjusted imaging parameters when scanning, administered gadolinium contrast and uploaded images to PACS.
Catering Assistant
Ricos Tacos
Norwalk, CA
03.2016 - 12.2019
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
National Polytechnic College
Lakewood, CA04.2024
- General Studies
Cerritos College
Cerritos, CA05.2024
- General Studies/Music Performance
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA12.2022
Skills
- Magnet strengths & software: GE 15/3T, Siemens 15/3T, Fonar 06T
- MRI Safety: detailed patient screening for implants, medical devices, and contraindications
- Quality Assurance: adjusting imaging parameters, patient positioning, and equipment setup to ensure high-quality diagnostic images
- Strong Communication: effectively explain MRI procedures and guide patients to ensure comfort and safety
- Bilingual: provide translation and interpretation for Spanish-speaking patients and healthcare staff
- HIPAA Compliance: adhere to HIPAA regulations to maintain patient confidentiality and data security
- Fast Workflow: ability to maintain fast-paced imaging workflow without compromising quality or patient safety
Certification
- ARRT (MR) certification# 1105978
- ARMRIT certification# 1880
- BLS Certification ID# 3BF72
- Venipuncture for Technologists
- Driver's License
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
MRI Technologist
Expert MRI
04.2024 - Current
MRI Technologist Externship
Expert MRI
07.2023 - 01.2024
Caregiver
In Home Support Services (IHSS)
08.2020 - 04.2024
Catering Assistant
Ricos Tacos
03.2016 - 12.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
National Polytechnic College
- General Studies
Cerritos College
- General Studies/Music Performance
Long Beach City College