Ester Gray
Henderson,NV
Summary
Patient-focused MRI Technologist with 16 years of experience operating cutting-edge imaging and diagnostic instrumentation. Clear communicator with clarity in assessing physician needs, patient physical position, administration of varying medications and recommendations for post-scan care considerations. Approachable and nurturing system operator with acute awareness of patient comfort level and adaptability in unprecedented scenarios.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist
Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center
12.2011 - Current
- Ge Discovery 450W 1.5T, Ge Signa (11x) 1.5T
- Routine in-patient procedures in an acute care setting including Musculoskeletal, Abdominal/Pelvic, Angiography, and Neurology imaging.
- Enhanced image quality by calibrating and maintaining MRI equipment regularly.
- Optimized resource utilization within the department through careful inventory management and timely equipment maintenance.
- Mentored junior technologists as they navigated through their career development path within the field of MRI technology.
- RIS-GE Centricity PACS, and EXA PACS
Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist
California Pacific Medical Center, Hospital
02.2018 - 04.2019
- GE Optima 750 W GEM 3T
- Implemented new protocols based on updated industry guidelines while maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements related to patient care and safety.
- Specialized procedures including Breast Imaging with Breast biopsy, and Prostate Imaging.
- Pediatric sedation
- RIS-Cerner PACS
Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist
Desert Radiology
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Siemens Symphony 1.5T, Skyra 3T, Harmony 1.0T, and Ge Discovery 3.0T
- Outpatient clinical procedures in advanced Musculoskeletal, Neurologic, Abdominal/Pelvic, Angiography, Cardiac, and Breast imaging.
- Collaborated with radiologists to review diagnostic images, ensuring accuracy for appropriate treatment plans.
- RIS-Mckesson PACS
Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist
Valley Health Systems
12.2011 - 11.2014
- Philips Intera 1.5T, Toshiba Vantage 1.5T
- Routine inpatient procedures in an acute care setting.
- Enhanced image quality by calibrating and maintaining MRI equipment regularly.
- Optimized resource utilization within the department through careful inventory management and timely equipment maintenance.
- Implemented new protocols based on updated industry guidelines while maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements related to patient care and safety.
- RIS-Cerner PACS
Education
Bachelor of Science - Comprehensive Medical Imaging- MRI Concentration
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV05.2013
Skills
- MRI Operation Expertise
- Trauma Imaging
- Communication abilities
- Pediatric Imaging
- Neuroimaging Techniques
- Patient Positioning
- Orthopedic Imaging
- Quality Control Procedures
Accomplishments
- Prepared and led lecture on "Fetal MR Imaging" at Nevada Society of Radiologic Technologists 1st State Conference.
- Prepared and led lecture on "Musculoskeletal Imaging in MRI" at UNLV.
Affiliations
- Vice President Nevada Society of Radiologic Technolgists Las Vegas Chapter (2014)
Timeline
Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist
California Pacific Medical Center, Hospital
02.2018 - 04.2019
Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist
Desert Radiology
09.2015 - 09.2016
Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist
Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center
12.2011 - Current
Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist
Valley Health Systems
12.2011 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Science - Comprehensive Medical Imaging- MRI Concentration
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
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