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Elvia Rivas

Milwaukee

Summary

Professional in medical imaging with solid experience in CT technology. Proven ability to optimize imaging procedures and ensure accurate diagnostics. Demonstrated excellence in patient care and reliable team collaboration, mentoring junior technologists to delivering high-quality healthcare services.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CT Technologist

Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital
05.2019 - Current
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
  • Promoted departmental efficiency through excellent time management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
  • Optimized scanning parameters based on individualized patient factors such as size, age, pathology, or medical history.
  • Collaborated with radiologists to optimize image quality, leading to improved diagnostic accuracy.
  • Monitored patient's well-being during exams and recognized discomfort or medical problems and took appropriate action.
  • Ensured accurate diagnosis by meticulously following imaging protocols and adjusting techniques based on patient needs.
  • Assisted radiologists with image-guided body biopsies and cryoablations
  • Mentored junior technologists, fostering a supportive learning environment and enhancing team performance.
  • Ensured high-quality diagnostic images, meticulously following radiologic protocols and adjusting technical factors based on individual patient needs.
  • Enhanced patient comfort and cooperation by explaining CT scan procedures in understandable manner.
  • Facilitated emergency room diagnostics, rapidly responding to urgent scan requests for critical patients.
  • Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
  • Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists and technicians.
  • Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
  • Prepared and mixed contrast agents for enhanced imaging.

Radiologic Technologist

Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital
06.2016 - Current
  • Enhanced patient experience with compassionate communication and meticulous attention to detail during examinations.
  • Assisted in training new Radiologic Technologists on department policies, procedures, equipment usage, and best practices for patient care.
  • Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
  • Cultivated a positive team atmosphere by sharing knowledge, offering assistance, and fostering collaboration among colleagues.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
  • Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to all radiation safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Optimized image quality by adjusting technical factors according to specific patient needs or clinical indications within prescribed dose limits.
  • Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
  • Provided compassionate care to patients, easing their concerns and fostering positive experience during imaging procedures.
  • Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
  • Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
  • Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences

University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI
07-2016

Skills

  • Patient care
  • CT protocols
  • Cross-sectional anatomy
  • Contrast administration
  • Scanner operation
  • Emergency procedures
  • Patient positioning
  • Radiation safety
  • Intravenous access
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration
  • HIPAA compliance

Certification

  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers – American Heart Association or Red Cross.
  • Computed Tomography Certification (CT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
  • Licensed Radiologic Technologist - WI Department of Health or appropriate State Licensing Body.
  • Registered Radiologic Technologist (R.T.(R)) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

CT Technologist

Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital
05.2019 - Current

Radiologic Technologist

Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital
06.2016 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences

University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

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