Arnold-Jecht Cardenas
Prescott Valley,AZ
Summary
Service-oriented CT Technologist with 25 years experience seeking position in customer-oriented company that values satisfaction and results.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
Northern Arizona VA Health Care System
Prescott, AZ
02.2025 - Current
- Reviewed images for accuracy and quality assurance before physician interpretation.
- Evaluated images for positioning, density, and contrast prior to submission.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during diagnostic exams.
- Delivered technical instruction to students in Diagnostic Radiologic Technology.
- Operated specialized software for image analysis and treatment planning.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to radiation safety regulations and guidelines.
- Engaged in continuing education courses to enhance knowledge in Diagnostic Radiologic Technology.
CT Technologist
Saint Agnes Medical Center
Fresno, CA
11.2022 - Current
- Prepared patients for contrast media injections by placing IVs efficiently.
- Operated CT equipment to produce high-quality images and resolved technical issues.
- Verified orders, accessed schedules, and transmitted information to PACS using hospital computer systems.
CT Technologist
Exeter Hospital
Exeter, NH
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Helped patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining steps and answering questions.
- Positioned patients properly for scans and procedures, calmly giving instructions on when to stay still to optimize scans.
- Prepared contrast material, radiopharmaceuticals and anesthetic or antispasmodic drugs under direction of radiologists.
- Prepared examination rooms between appointments by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient and medical record confidentiality.
- Greeted patients with warm smile and promoted individual comfort throughout procedures and scans while being as discrete as possible.
CT Technologist
Elliot Hospital
Manchester, NH
11.2017 - 02.2021
- Assisted radiologist with completing complex trauma examinations.
- Educated patients on diagnostic imaging processes and positioning and counseled patients to address concerns and answer inquiries.
- Promoted commitment to patients by providing assistance, remaining professional and actively responding to questions and concerns.
- Generated precise images of target body areas to aid physicians in diagnosing patients' issues.
CT Technologist/Radiologic Technologist
VA Medical Center-Fresno
Fresno, CA
09.2016 - 10.2017
- Reviewed diagnostic image quality and filed diagnostic images in appropriate patient records.
- Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating and emergency rooms.
- Reduced exposure to radiation using beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding techniques.
- Administered drugs and fluids to patients, including IV contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals and antispasmodics.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to assess patients' medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture diagnostic images, including fluoroscopy, x-ray, orthopedic and CT/CAT scans.
CT Technologist
Elliot Hospital
Manchester, NH
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Assisted radiologist with completing complex trauma examinations.
- Educated patients on diagnostic imaging processes and positioning and counseled patients to address concerns and answer inquiries.
- Promoted commitment to patients by providing assistance, remaining professional and actively responding to questions and concerns.
Travel CT/Radiology Technologist
Aureus Medical Group
Omaha, NE
05.2012 - 07.2014
- Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Reviewed diagnostic image quality and filed diagnostic images in appropriate patient records.
- Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating and emergency rooms.
- Reduced exposure to radiation using beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding techniques.
- Administered drugs and fluids to patients, including IV contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals and antispasmodics.
CT Technologist
Delray Medical Center
Delray Beach, FL
12.2007 - 03.2012
- Positioned patients properly for scans and procedures, calmly giving instructions on when to stay still to optimize scans.
- Generated precise images of target body areas to aid physicians in diagnosing patients' issues.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient and medical record confidentiality.
- Prepared examination rooms between appointments by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Helped patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining steps and answering questions.
- Utilized mobile imaging and x-ray equipment in Level 1 trauma centers, operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patient bedsides.
Radiologic Technologist
Select Specialty Hospital - Palm Beach
Lake Worth, FL
12.2007 - 03.2009
- Positioned patients and x-ray and CT equipment, and implemented beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Delivered comprehensive training to students and new technologists on equipment, imaging processing, patient relations and best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Technology
Emilio Aguinaldo College
Manila, NCR, Philippines1998
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Emilio Aguinaldo College
Manila, NCR, Philippines1997
Skills
- Multitasking
- Speedy and efficient
- Cooperative team player
- Team player
- Proficient in GE, Siemens, and Toshiba CT scan machine platforms
- Well-versed in Stellant Power Injectors
- Knowledgeable in various PACS systems
- 21 years of experience in CT, 25 years of experience in X-ray
- HIPAA compliance
- Venipuncture-certified
- Trauma imaging
- Portable X-ray techniques
Other work experience
Started working as radiologic technologist in 1999, cross-trained to CT Scan in 2004, and trained and worked MRI in 2009.
Affiliations
Member of American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, 2006 to Current Member of Philippine Association of Radiologic Technologists, 1999 to 2001
Member, Alumni Association, Emilio Aguinaldo College, 1998 to Present
Certificate of Distinction, 3rd Place, national radiologic technologist licensure examination, Philippine Regulation Commission, 1998Certificate of Distinction, 6th Place, national x-ray technologist technologist licensure examination, Philippine Regulation Commission, 1997
Certification
- ARRT-certified in CT & Radiography
Timeline
Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
Northern Arizona VA Health Care System
02.2025 - Current
CT Technologist
Saint Agnes Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
CT Technologist
Exeter Hospital
08.2021 - 10.2022
CT Technologist
Elliot Hospital
11.2017 - 02.2021
CT Technologist/Radiologic Technologist
VA Medical Center-Fresno
09.2016 - 10.2017
CT Technologist
Elliot Hospital
08.2014 - 08.2016
Travel CT/Radiology Technologist
Aureus Medical Group
05.2012 - 07.2014
CT Technologist
Delray Medical Center
12.2007 - 03.2012
Radiologic Technologist
Select Specialty Hospital - Palm Beach
12.2007 - 03.2009
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Technology
Emilio Aguinaldo College
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Emilio Aguinaldo College