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Elisa Catania

Amesbury,MA

Summary

Patient-focused CT/X-Ray Technologist with 29 years in Radiology. Highly knowledgeable in determining imaging needs, positioning and immobilizing patients, administering oral and IV Contrasts and following quality control and established processes. Able to consistently perform efficiently in high volume, fast paced work flow environments. Quick to build rapport with patients and successful in easing anxieties while increasing cooperation. Experience using multiple different CT scanners including Philips, Siemens and General Electric.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CT Technologist

Massachusetts General Hospital
Waltham, MA
04.2021 - Current
  • Permanent per diem employee using computed tomography equipment , Siemens and General Electric, to image patients in an outpatient setting to provide firm foundation for accurate diagnosis.
  • Independently starts IV's for CT Scans.
  • Administers oral contrast and IV contrast and properly documents in Epic in accordance with department policy.
  • Monitors patient's well-being during exams and recognizes discomfort or medical problems and able to take appropriate action.
  • Checks images in PACS for Radiologists to interpret.
  • Complies with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.

CT/X-Ray Technologist

Lahey Health System Inc.
Peabody & Burlington, MA
10.1996 - 06.2021
  • Imaged patients with advanced machinery to show internal structures, systems and blood flow in support of clinical activities.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic CT and X-Ray equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
  • Facilitated positive care experience for patients, establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
  • Prepared and administered contrast materials for imaging procedures.
  • Adhered closely to quality control standards in development and labeling of diagnostic imaging materials, updating patient profiles with relevant information.
  • Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.

X-Ray Technologist

Skagit Valley Hospital/Island Hospital
Mount Vernon/Anacortes, WA
12.1995 - 09.1996
  • Per diem technologist responsible for acquiring images for ER patients, Inpatients, OR examinations, fluoroscopy, and Outpatients in clinical settings.
  • Completed x-rays safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
  • Positioned patients for optimal comfort and set up effective sterile fields before procedures.

X-Ray Technologist

Lahey Clinic Hospital
Burlington, MA
08.1994 - 10.1995
  • Per-diem to full time technologist that Imaged patients with advanced machinery to show internal structures, systems and blood flow in support of clinical activities.
  • Facilitated positive care experience for patients, establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
  • Experience includes Radiography for ER, Inpatient, Outpatient, Operating Room and Fluoroscopy in fast paced clinical setting.

X-Ray Technologist

Melrose-Wakefield Hospital
Melrose, MA
01.1994 - 01.1995
  • Per-diem technologist for a small community hospital providing quality X-rays for ER, Outpatient, Inpatient and Operating Room procedures.
  • Able to work independently in a fast paced, high volume clinical setting.
  • Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.

X-Ray Technologist

Whidden Memorial Hospital
Everett, MA
03.1993 - 02.1995
  • Per-diem technologist for a small community hospital providing quality images for ER,Outpatients, Inpatients, and the Operating Room.
  • Able to work independently in a fast paced, high volume clinical setting.
  • Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.

Education

Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology

Northeastern University
Boston, MA
09.1993

Skills

  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Patient shielding techniques
  • EMR / EHR

Affiliations

  • Member of American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, 1993 to Current
  • Member of American Society of Radiologic Technologists, 2016 to Current

Certification

  • ARRT Certified CT and X-Ray Technologist
  • Licensed CT/X-Ray Technologist in Massachusetts 1993-current
  • IV Trained
  • BLS Provider

Timeline

CT Technologist

Massachusetts General Hospital
04.2021 - Current

CT/X-Ray Technologist

Lahey Health System Inc.
10.1996 - 06.2021

X-Ray Technologist

Skagit Valley Hospital/Island Hospital
12.1995 - 09.1996

X-Ray Technologist

Lahey Clinic Hospital
08.1994 - 10.1995

X-Ray Technologist

Melrose-Wakefield Hospital
01.1994 - 01.1995

X-Ray Technologist

Whidden Memorial Hospital
03.1993 - 02.1995

Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology

Northeastern University

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