Catherine Avalos
Chicago,IL
Summary
Clinical expert with in-depth experience within multiple healthcare organizations. Excelling in departmental leadership and operations. Proven track record in implementing safety protocols and enhancing patient care. Strong interpersonal skills and clinical correlation expertise drive successful collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring accurate imaging results and superior service delivery. Looking to capitalize on this strong business and clinical experience as a pharmaceutical account executive within an innovative organization.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
Silver Cross Hospital
05.2020 - Current
- Operated advanced imaging equipment to perform diagnostic radiographic procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to determine appropriate imaging techniques for patient needs.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and radiation protection standards during procedures.
- Mentored junior technologists on best practices and procedural accuracy.
- Conducted quality control checks on imaging equipment to maintain optimal performance.
Computed Tomography Technologist
Morris Hospital And Healthcare Centers
12.2017 - 05.2020
- Operated advanced computed tomography equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
- Collaborated with radiologists to ensure accurate imaging results for patient diagnoses.
- Implemented safety protocols and maintained compliance with radiation standards.
- Perform Biopsys with Radiologists
- Perform routine Computed Tomography examinations
Lead Technologist
Silver Cross FEC
2009 - 2017
- Responsible for all sales, marketing, and operational aspects of the imaging center.
- Operational responsibilities including business planning and development, budget planning, and quality goals all within the evolving healthcare environment
- Manage Diagnostic Imaging Staff, including schedules, ordering supplies, and patient care. Executed delivery of superior customer service and quality management.
- Collaborated with ER physicians and multidisciplinary team on patient diagnosis
- Leadership position managing students rotating through the radiology department. Performed Computed Tomography examinations. Performed QA on our 32 slice CT machine. Developed protocols with GE and our Radiologists for the start-up of our Homer Glen Free Standing Emergency Center.
Staff Computed Tomography Technologist
Silver Cross Hospital
2005 - 2009
- Operated advanced computed tomography equipment to perform diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Collaborated with radiologists to ensure accurate interpretation of imaging results.
- Maintained high standards of patient care throughout imaging processes.
- Professional Integrity. Strong interpersonal skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thornwood
South Holland, ILBachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL01-2013
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
South Suburban College of Cook County
South Holland, IL05-2003
Skills
- Departmental Leadership
- Operations
- Business operations management
- Market Development
- Cross-team communication
- Clinical Correlation
- Business Development
- Territory Expansion
- Executive Presentations
- Relationship building with hospital staff
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
Silver Cross Hospital
05.2020 - Current
Computed Tomography Technologist
Morris Hospital And Healthcare Centers
12.2017 - 05.2020
Lead Technologist
Silver Cross FEC
2009 - 2017
Staff Computed Tomography Technologist
Silver Cross Hospital
2005 - 2009
High School Diploma -
Thornwood
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
University of St. Francis
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
South Suburban College of Cook County
CPR
Valid through 04/2026