- Spending quality time with family
- Outdoor activities, including beach outings, walking and biking
- Health and wellness, with a focus on yoga and active living
- Volunteer participation in school events and activities
Jennifer Barretto
Ewa Beach,HI
Summary
Experienced radiologic technologist specializing in interventional procedures, with a strong background in imaging technology, patient care, and adherence to safety protocols. Proven ability to perform effectively in high-stress environments, maintaining composure and attention to detail under pressure. Highly adaptable and skilled in learning new technologies and procedures. Known for excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities, with a natural aptitude for getting along with diverse teams and contributing to a positive work environment. Experienced with Interventional radiology procedures, ensuring precise imaging guidance for effective medical interventions. Enthusiastic about contributing to team success while continuing to expand expertise in dynamic healthcare settings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interventional Radiologic Technologist/Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Kuakini Medical Center
03.2021 - Current
- Performed diagnostic and therapeutic interventional procedures, including angioplasty, cardiac catheterizations, embolizations, and minimally invasive interventions.
- Assisted in high-risk procedures and responded effectively to emergency situations, ensuring rapid intervention and patient safety.
- Worked on-call for STEMI, embolization and all other emergency cases after hours and during shifts, providing critical patient care in urgent situations.
- Reviewed patient labs, medical history, and imaging to ensure procedural readiness and safety.
- Prepared medical forms, consents, and documentation for procedures.
- Conducted patient assessments, including vital signs and pre- and post- procedural evaluations.
- Operated imaging and physiologic monitoring equipment to capture high-quality diagnostic images.
- Assisted physicians in procedures such as pacemaker insertions, balloon angioplasties, stent placement and vascular interventions.
- Monitored vital signs, EKG readings, and vascular data to ensure patient safety.
- Managed inventory to ensure proper supply availability for procedures.
- Communicated with medical supply vendors and submitted purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Enhanced patient experience through education, reassurance, and compassionate care.
- Streamlined workflow by optimizing scheduling, documentation, and communication among healthcare teams.
- Maintained and troubleshot radiologic equipment, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
- Managed contrast media and medication administration for accurate imaging while prioritizing patient safety.
- Stayed current on industry advancements through continuing education.
- Trained to use atherectomy and thrombectomy medical devices such as CSI, Shockwave, and Penumbra.
Radiologic Technologist
Kuakini Medical Center
05.2019 - 03.2021
- Captured mobile imaging in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and bedside.
- Fostered teamwork through knowledge sharing and collaboration.
- Operated radiologic equipment, C-arms to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
- Minimized repeat exams by ensuring proper positioning and image quality.
- Implemented patient prep techniques to reduce discomfort and anxiety.
- Maintained professionalism and responsiveness to patient concerns.
- Pursued continuing education to stay current in radiology best practices.
Radiologic Technologist
Queens Medical Center
08.2006 - 03.2017
- Captured mobile images in ORs, ERs, and bedside settings.
- Operated radiologic equipment, C-arms to produce diagnostic images.
- Collaborated with radiologists and healthcare teams for accurate diagnoses.
- Ensured radiation safety compliance and equipment functionality.
- Streamlined workflow by managing schedules and records.
- Trained and supervised new radiologic technologists.
- Prepared contrast agents for diagnostic fluoroscopy procedures such as esophagrams, barium enemas and small bowel studies.
- Performed and assisted radiologists with arthrograms, myelograms, lumbar punctures, intravenous pyelograms, hysterosalpingograms and other diagnostic procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technologist
Kapiolani Community College
Honolulu, HI07-2006
Skills
- Image-guided biopsies
- Stent placement
- Angiographic imaging
- Interventional procedures expertise
- Percutaneous drainage
- Digital subtraction angiography
- Embolization procedures
- Emergency response
- PACS operation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Cardiac catheterization
- Sterile technique
- Angioplasty techniques
- Atherectomy procedures
- Balloon angioplasty
- Radiation safety
- Procedure preparation
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Vitals monitoring
- Patient preparation
- Patient care
- Pacemaker implantation
Accomplishments
- Enhanced Patient Care & Safety - Consistently maintained high standards in radiation safety and patient positioning, ensuring optimal imaging quality and patient comfort.
- Procedural Expertise - Assisted in a wide range of complex interventional radiology and cardiac catheterization procedures, including angioplasty, stent placements, and embolizations.
- Operational Efficiency - Contributed to streamlining workflow and improving case turnover times, enhancing overall department efficiency.
- Emergency Preparedness - Provided critical support in high-acuity cases such as STEMI activations and emergent interventional procedures.
- Cross-Training & Team Collaboration - Worked effectively across multiple modalities, collaborating with cardiologists, radiologists, and nursing staff to ensure seamless procedural execution.
- Technology & Equipment Proficiency - Skilled in operating advanced fluoroscopic imaging systems, contrast injectors, and other specialized interventional equipment.
Affiliations
- American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)
Certification
- Radiologic Technologist RT(R)-American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Certified
- Hawaii Department of Health, Radiologic Technologist. Certified
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- University of Hawaii - Department of Emergency Medical Services, certificate award of EKG awareness Program
- American Heart Association - ACLS Prep: ECG certification
- Currently in process of obtaining: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
Interests
Timeline
Interventional Radiologic Technologist/Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Kuakini Medical Center
03.2021 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Kuakini Medical Center
05.2019 - 03.2021
Radiologic Technologist
Queens Medical Center
08.2006 - 03.2017
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technologist
Kapiolani Community College
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