Carrie VanderSchaaf
Redondo Beach,CA
Summary
Compassionate Mammography Technologist dedicated to patient-centric care, skilled in performing screening and diagnostic exams while ensuring radiation safety and comfort. Ready to contribute to high-quality imaging outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mammography Technologist Externship
University of Texas Medical Branch
League City, Texas
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Operated Hologic Genius 3D mammography equipment for patient imaging.
- Assisted radiologists in preparing patients for mammography procedures.
- Maintained patient records and ensured accuracy of documentation.
- Fulfilled MQSA and ARRT requirements for board exam candidacy, including screening and diagnostic exams
- Performed QA/QC requirements daily
Radiologic Technologist Externship
La General Hospital
Los Angeles, California
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to radiation safety protocols and guidelines.
- Processed digital images using PACS system for storage, retrieval and transmission purposes.
- Utilized mobile imaging and x-ray equipment in trauma centers, operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patient bedsides.
- Monitored patient's condition during radiologic procedures in order to maintain comfort level throughout the process.
- Gained experience in various modalities, including CT, MRI, and mammography departments.
- Served a diverse patient population in an emergency setting at a Level 1 trauma center
X-Ray Technologist/Medical Assistant
Carbon Health
Los Angeles, California
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Performed x-rays, splinting, and monitoring/maintaining all orthopedic equipment and supplies within a busy urgent care setting.
- Performed tests, blood draws, and injections.
- Travelled domestically to set up covid testing and train permanent care staff for film productions
Education
Radiologic Technologist Certification - Allied Health
East LA Occupational Center
Los Angeles, CA04-2025
Associate of Arts -
East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA12-2022
Sociology
Iowa State University
Ames, IA12-2001
Skills
- Patient-centric care, including positioning and preparing patients for the achievement of quality imaging while maintaining patient comfort
- Performing both screening and diagnostic mammography exams with the ability to assess if screenings require supplemental imaging
- Radiation safety
- Breast compression
- Tomosynthesis imaging
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
Certification
ARRT Mammography Technologist
ARRT Radiologic Technologist
CRT Fluoroscopy
Basic Life Support (BLS)
ARRT Radiologic Technologist
CRT Fluoroscopy
Basic Life Support (BLS)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mammography Technologist Externship
University of Texas Medical Branch
07.2025 - 07.2025
Radiologic Technologist Externship
La General Hospital
01.2024 - 04.2025
X-Ray Technologist/Medical Assistant
Carbon Health
08.2020 - 08.2023
Radiologic Technologist Certification - Allied Health
East LA Occupational Center
Associate of Arts -
East Los Angeles College
Sociology
Iowa State University