Jessica Airola
New Braunfels
Summary
Hardworking Diagnostic Imaging Manager with 14 years of healthcare experience. Collaborative, forward-thinking and diligent in following through with internal and external orders. Solid experience with special procedures and leadership roles focused on enhancing patient satisfaction, team member morale and quality of care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Imaging Coordinator
Resolute Baptist Hospital
New Braunfels, TX
11.2020 - Current
- Trained, managed and motivated team of 45 radiology personnel performing over 60,000 imaging studies each year.
- Streamlined communication between radiologists, technologists, and nursing staff to enhance collaboration.
- Developed training programs for staff on new imaging technologies and best practices in patient care.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
- Led operational workflow of diagnostic imaging department, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance patient throughput and reduce wait times for imaging services.
CT Technologist
Resolute Health Hospital
New Braunfels, TX
12.2014 - Current
- Administer I.V. contrast and oral contrast as needed per patients exam
- Perform CT guided biopsies, drainage's, and chest tube placement with Radiologist, setting up sterile tray, prepping patient and locating, by CT, anatomy.
- Familiarized myself with TeraRecon and 3D reconstruction to assist Radiologists when needed
- Care for patients that range from Neonatal to Geriatrics, Inpatients, Outpatients, and Emergency Room.
- Performed a QA phantom scan every night on the 64 slice General Electric CT scanner, completing measurements for contrast resolution, noise, and other technical data.
- Preform X-rays on as needed basis when not busy in CT
- Exercise professional judgment in my performance of service and maintain a high demeanor of medical ethics.
Radiologic Technologist/ CT Technologist
William Bee Ririe Hospital
Ely, NV
08.2012 - 10.2014
- Radiologic Technologist student for 5 months before working on my own performing X-rays as well as getting cross trained in CT
- Perform routine and specialized x-ray exams including Fluoroscopy and C-Arm Procedures (UGI, Small Bowel Series, ERCP, Esophagram, and Pain management).
- Performed examinations using a variety of radiology equipment and modifying techniques to achieve optimal images.
- Prepare and administer oral and injectable contrast media to patients, and monitor patient condition and reactions to contrast media.
- Performed a QA phantom scan each week, completing measurements for contrast resolution, noise, and other technical data control.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Ottawa University
Ottawa, KS05-2022
Certificate - Computed Tomography
Baptist School of Health Professions
San Antonio, TX08-2016
Associate - Radiologic Science
Weber State University
Ogden, UT04-2014
Skills
- Staff training and development
- Quality assurance management
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Administrative leadership, staff management, operational oversight, employee evaluation
- Radiation safety and Protocol management
- Communication between Radiologist and Staff
- ARRT Registered in CT, and Radiology
- Proficient with GE, Toshiba Siemens and Phillips Machines
- PACS
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Microsoft office
Timeline
Imaging Coordinator
Resolute Baptist Hospital
11.2020 - Current
CT Technologist
Resolute Health Hospital
12.2014 - Current
Radiologic Technologist/ CT Technologist
William Bee Ririe Hospital
08.2012 - 10.2014
Certificate - Computed Tomography
Baptist School of Health Professions
Associate - Radiologic Science
Weber State University
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Ottawa University