Christopher Mendoza-Suasti
Walnut,CA
Summary
Certified CT Technologist with proven experience in both hospital and clinical settings. Skilled at performing diagnostic imaging procedures, maintaining patient comfort, and ensuring accuracy in results. Strong technical knowledge combined with solid understanding of patient care standards leads to consistent delivery of high-quality service. Contributions to previous workplaces include implementing improved protocols for equipment use and maintenance, enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CT Technologist
Kaiser Permanente
Baldwin Park, CA
06.2024 - Current
- Performed CT scans on patients, ensuring proper positioning and appropriate imaging techniques.
- Completed CT scans and related patient care procedures using age-appropriate methods for patient's physical ability and individual limitations.
- Analyzed incoming requests from referring physicians for appropriateness for CT scan procedure.
- Positioned patients properly for scans and procedures, calmly giving instructions on when to stay still to optimize scans.
- Provided assistance to physicians and other technologists during complex procedures.
- Placed IVs to prepare for injection of contrast media.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Lead CT Technologist
Kaiser Permanente
Moreno Valley, CA
07.2011 - 06.2024
- Placed IVs to prepare for injection of contrast media.
- Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies with the equipment immediately to supervisor or service engineer.
- Operated CT equipment to generate quality images and troubleshot problems.
- Assisted radiologists in performing diagnostic procedures as needed.
- Provided instruction and assistance to other staff members regarding CT scan protocols and techniques.
- Performed CT scans on patients, ensuring proper positioning and appropriate imaging techniques.
- Provided technical support to other technologists in the department.
- Maintained currency on radiologic technology and made recommendations to leadership regarding equipment updates and replacements.
Radiologic Technologist
Kaiser Permanente
Baldwin Park, CA
12.2009 - 07.2011
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient and medical record confidentiality.
- Generated precise images of target body areas to aid physicians in diagnosing patients' issues.
- Operated portable x-ray machines in order to capture images of patients at bedside or other locations inside the hospital premises.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to radiation safety protocols and guidelines.
- Prepared sterile trays containing instruments necessary for special procedures like arthrograms.
- Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating, and emergency rooms.
Radiologic Technologist
Huntington Memorial Hospital
Pasadena, CA
08.2010 - 04.2011
- Generated precise images of target body areas to aid physicians in diagnosing patients' issues.
- Operated portable x-ray machines in order to capture images of patients at bedside or other locations inside the hospital premises.
- Helped patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining steps and answering questions.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to radiation safety protocols and guidelines.
Education
Radiologic Technologist - Radiologic Technology
Kaplan College
North Hollywood, CA08-2009
Skills
- Assertiveness
- Patient care
- Radiation safety
- Contrast administration
- CT protocols
- Imaging software
- Image reconstruction
- Scanner operation
- Intravenous access
- Emergency procedures
- Post-processing techniques
- Advanced CT imaging
- Workplace safety
- Pediatric imaging
Certification
CRT RHF 97390 - September 2023 - September 2025
CRT FLUORO RHF 97390 - October 2023 - October 2025
ARRT (RT) - May 2024 - May 2025
ARRT (CT) - July 2011 - July 2025
BLS - May 2025
Venipuncture
RIS, PACS, Health Connect, Radiant, Stentor, IMIS applications, Siemens, DR.
Siemens, GE, Phillips and Toshiba CT equipment.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CT Technologist
Kaiser Permanente
06.2024 - Current
Lead CT Technologist
Kaiser Permanente
07.2011 - 06.2024
Radiologic Technologist
Huntington Memorial Hospital
08.2010 - 04.2011
Radiologic Technologist
Kaiser Permanente
12.2009 - 07.2011
Radiologic Technologist - Radiologic Technology
Kaplan College
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