Eleasa Norris
Washougal
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Adventist Health, driving operational excellence in multi-modality imaging. Expert in regulatory compliance and team development, achieving high patient satisfaction through strategic planning and workflow optimization. Proven track record in equipment management and fostering a culture of service excellence.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager of Medical Imaging
Adventist Health
Portland
01.2014 - Current
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for a comprehensive medical imaging department spanning multiple modalities: Radiology, CT, MRI, Ultrasound, PET, Nuclear Medicine, Interventional Radiology, Mammography, and Dexa.
- Direct staffing of 100+, workflow optimization, productivity management, and departmental performance improvement initiatives.
- Facility and departmental policy creation and ongoing management for compliance.
- Oversee equipment lifecycle planning, capital procurement, and integration of new imaging technologies.
- Partner with executive leadership to align imaging services with organizational goals, quality standards, and financial targets.
- Maintain American College of Radiology (ACR) and The Joint Commission departmental compliance and accreditation.
- Instruction of high school students with an introduction to the Radiologic Technology science through a hospital explorers program.
- Onboarding of staffing, including policy review, Basic Life Support training, and departmental competency training.
- Portland, Oregon
Regional Director
Open Advanced MRI
Portland
01.2009 - 12.2013
- Led operations for three outpatient imaging centers offering MRI, CT, and X-ray services.
- Managed staffing, scheduling, performance evaluations, and professional development across multiple sites.
- Oversaw capital equipment purchases, budget planning, expense control, and operational efficiency.
- Ensured regulatory compliance, high patient satisfaction, and consistent delivery of quality imaging services.
- Portland, Oregon
CT & MRI Technologist
Open Advanced MRI
Portland
01.2001 - 12.2009
- Performed high-quality MRI and CT examinations in a fast-paced outpatient environment.
- Supported workflow improvements and contributed to the development of best practices.
- Portland, Oregon
CT Technologist
PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center
01.2000 - 12.2001
- Delivered CT imaging services across outpatient, inpatient, and emergency settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support timely and accurate diagnostic care.
Imaging Manager
Arlington Cancer Center
Arlington
01.1997 - 12.1999
- Directed imaging operations within a specialized oncology environment.
- Managed staff, scheduling, quality assurance, and equipment oversight.
- Arlington, TX
CT Technologist
King Fahad Medical City
Riyadh
01.1996 - 12.1998
- Performed advanced CT imaging in a high-volume international medical center.
- Adapted to diverse clinical protocols and cultural care standards.
- Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
CT & Radiology Technologist
St. Joseph Hospital
Fort Worth
01.1990 - 12.1995
- Fort Worth, Texas
Radiology Technologist
Arlington Memorial Hospital
Arlington
01.1989 - 12.1993
- Arlington, Texas
Education
Doctorate - Healthcare Administration
Capella University
01-2025
Master - Healthcare Administration
Colorado State University Global
01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Technology
Oregon Institute of Technology
01.2016
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Tarrant College
01.1990
Skills
- Executive Leadership
- Team Development
- Multi-Modality Imaging Operations
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- Financial Oversight
- Workflow Optimization
- Process Optimization
- Quality Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Equipment Lifecycle Management
- Capital Planning
- Patient Experience
- Service Excellence
Certification
- The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), 240850, Radiography, 1990, Computerized Tomography, 1993, Quality Management, 1998, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, 2001
- Oregon Board of Medical Imaging, 911523, Radiographer, MRI Technologist
Credentials
- DHA
- RT(R)
- CT
- MR
- QM
Timeline
Manager of Medical Imaging
Adventist Health
01.2014 - Current
Regional Director
Open Advanced MRI
01.2009 - 12.2013
CT & MRI Technologist
Open Advanced MRI
01.2001 - 12.2009
CT Technologist
PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center
01.2000 - 12.2001
Imaging Manager
Arlington Cancer Center
01.1997 - 12.1999
CT Technologist
King Fahad Medical City
01.1996 - 12.1998
CT & Radiology Technologist
St. Joseph Hospital
01.1990 - 12.1995
Radiology Technologist
Arlington Memorial Hospital
01.1989 - 12.1993
Doctorate - Healthcare Administration
Capella University
Master - Healthcare Administration
Colorado State University Global
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Technology
Oregon Institute of Technology
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Tarrant College