CHRISTOPHER TAPIA
Spring Valley,CA
Summary
To contribute an expertise in X-Ray technology while providing accurate diagnostic imaging in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiology Technologist Assistant
Rady Children's Hospital Of San Diego
06.2021 - Current
- Operated and maintained medical equipment used to diagnose and treat patients
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records
- Called patients post-procedure to inquire about status, recovery and questions
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs
- Instructed patients on proper positioning for imaging
Patient Transport Aide
Rady Children's Hospital Of San Diego
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to move patients between hospital locations.
- Helped other staff with patient transfers by moving patients between departments.
Inventory & Merchandising Specialist
Best Buy
05.2015 - 12.2019
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
- Monitored and adjusted inventory levels to meet customer needs and demands.
- Assisted in processing of new inventory and disposal of outdated items to keep products fresh and up-to-date
Education
Radiology Technologist - Radiology
Pima Medical Institute
Chula Vista, CA03.2025
General Education Requirement - Mathematics
Cuyamaca College
El Cajon, CA06.2017
High School Diploma -
Grossmont High School
La Mesa, CA06.2014
Skills
- X-rays
- X-ray technologies
- Radiologic technology
- Diagnostic imaging services
- Body positioning and placement
- Patient shielding techniques
- Physician assistance
- Teamwork and Collaboration
References
Janet Llamas
Nursing Supervisor, Imaging Services
(858) 576-1700
jllamas@rchsd.org
Patrick Deguzman
Radiology Technologist
(858) 722-5036
pdeguzman@rchsd.org
Timeline
Radiology Technologist Assistant
Rady Children's Hospital Of San Diego
06.2021 - Current
Patient Transport Aide
Rady Children's Hospital Of San Diego
12.2020 - 06.2021
Inventory & Merchandising Specialist
Best Buy
05.2015 - 12.2019
Radiology Technologist - Radiology
Pima Medical Institute
General Education Requirement - Mathematics
Cuyamaca College
High School Diploma -
Grossmont High School
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