Jennifer Armas

With over 20 years of experience my skills in operating advanced Siemens MRI equipment have been finely honed. I directly oversee 4 MRI scanners and over 20 MR Technologists. I consult, collaborate and support over 15 MR scanners and over 50 technologists throughout the organization. I have a proven track record in onboarding and training new staff, delivering comprehensive MR educational programs, and maintaining ACR QA programs and accreditation. My MR Safety Officer Certification in 2018 from the American Board of Magnetic Resonance Safety demonstrates my dedication to ensuring safety. Collaborating closely with radiologists, I have played a pivotal role in driving significant improvements in image quality and protocol development. As I pursue new and challenging opportunities, I am determined to leverage my expertise while maintaining the highest standards of image quality, patient care, and MR safety.

2024 - CPR Certified, American Heart Association - Healthcare Provider

2018 - MRSO Certification, ABMRS

1999 - Specialized MRI Technologist Certification, ARRT ID# 314439

1997 - Registered X-ray Technologist Certification, State of Florida ID# 48186

2024 - Siemens Innovations '24

2023 - Siemens Advanced Applications Classroom Course

2023 - NWIF: Kanal's MR Medical Director / MR Safety Officer Training Course

2022 - NWIF: Improving the Patient Experience in MRI

2022 - Siemens Innovations '22

2021 - NWIF: Innovations & Future Directions in MR Imaging & Contrast

2020 - Siemens MR Basic Syngo DOT Class

2018 - NWIF: Kanal's MR Medical Director / MR Safety Officer Training Course

2015 - Siemens DotGo Technology MR Education

2014 - Siemens Innovations '14

2013 - Siemens MR Advanced Syngo Workflow Training

MRI Clinical Specialist Committee

• Currently chair the MRI Clinical Specialist Committee for the South sites, ensuring consistent MRI standards and effective communication across all entities. Key focus areas include MR standardization, protocol and procedure updates, MR safety, and maintaining ACR accreditation.

MRI QAC Committee

• Currently chairing the committee responsible for maintaining MRI standards and ensuring seamless communication across all entities. The focus is on proactively identifying areas for improvement and developing system-wide best practices for MR safety.

Imaging Symposium Planning Committee

• Active member of the Imaging Symposium Planning Committee. My focus is on recruiting speakers and obtaining CEU approval thru ASRT. The Imaging Symposium is open to all imaging technologists in the system.

2007 - Present

• Annual MRI Safety Review
• 4 CEU Approved by State of Florida
• Presented annually to MRI Staff to emphasize the importance of MRI Safety and to highlight new safety information as it becomes available

2007 - Present

• MRI Workshop
• 3 CEU Approved by State of Florida
• Planning and preparation for Annual Workshop for MRI Technologists

2013

• Musculoskeletal MRI Positioning
• 1 CEU Approved by State of Florida.
• Presented on patient positioning, slice placement and area of coverage for musculoskeletal MRI.

MRSO Program

Working directly with MRMD to establish an system-wide MRSO program. The mission of the BHSF MRSO program is to promote MRI safety by providing education, training, and guidance to healthcare professionals involved in MRI procedures. The vision of the program is to ensure that all MRI procedures are conducted safely, and that patients and staff are protected from potential risks.

Protocol Optimization & Support

Work directly with MRMD and Section Chief Radiologists to consistently develop and disseminate new MR protocols and procedures. Assist other entities in protocol optimization and troubleshooting when needed.

Virtual Cockpit

To establish a centralized hub for remote MRI scanning support, enhance operational efficiency, improve patient care, and streamline communication among our facilities, provide real-time tech support staff to diagnose issues and provide guidance to onsite personnel from a remote location.

Resource Page for MR Technologists

Developed and maintain an online Resource Page accessible to all MR Technologists within the organization. Contains updated content on MR Policies, Protocols, and Procedures to ensure compliance and standardization. Provides valuable resources on MR Safety, technical tips, and best practices to support continuous professional development and enhance patient care.

Standardization of Pre-MRI Screening Form

Led the initiative to optimize and standardize the MRI Pre-Screening form across the entire organization, ensuring that all patients are subject to consistent and rigorous MR safety protocols.

Full Body MRI

Led the development of the Protocol and Technical workflow for the development of the Full Body MRI program being offered through Executive Health. Created and conducted training sessions for the technologists who will be responsible for performing patient scans as part of the new Full Body MRI program.

Deep Resolve

Led the testing and reduce MR scan time while improving or maintaining image quality. Deep Resolve Trial was successfully conducted at our site. Protocol Optimization is ongoing our 3 scanners. All future installs are slated to have Deep Resolve included in the initial purchase.

Medtronic Tablet Programming

Led the initiative to reduce turnaround times and extend service hours for performing MRIs on Medtronic pacemaker patients. All South hospitals have been trained and are now successfully utilizing this new technology.