John Rodriguez
Union City,CA
Summary
Magnetic Resonance Imaging/Radiologic Technologist Healthcare professional with 20 plus years of High Field Magnetic Resonance experience. Well diverse with 3 Tesla and 1.5 Tesla General Electric and Siemens Sonata / Symphony systems utilizing various platforms to include some of the latest technology on the G.E 750W Pioneer system with 28LX platform. Solid knowledge of comprehensive health care procedures and excellent direct patient care skills. Successful in managing time, prioritizing tasks, and organizing projects to improve the quality of patient care. Bilingual individual with background in monitoring staff performance and supporting special projects. Confident Clinic Supervisor adept at promoting valuable training and coaching focused on guiding new and existing team members to succeed in positions.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead MRI Technologist
Barton Healthcare System
Peabody, MA
07.2023 - Current
- Delegated tasks to each member of staff and oversaw task completion, offering assistance to promote success.
- Encouraged high morale and staff retention through effective communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of proactive work environment.
- Improve policies and procedures through development, implementation, revision and evaluation of new protocols.
- Coordinated weekly work schedules for department employees.
- Liaised between patients and physicians, initiating discussions regarding care.
- Developed and initiated departmental goals, standards of performance, policies and procedures.
- Conducted orientations for new staff members and students.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures related to MRI scanning operations.
- Managed inventory of supplies used in MRI scanning processes.
- Researched new technologies to improve patient care and outcomes.
Senior MRI Technologist
Isaac Medical Inc.
Hayward, CA
02.2017 - Current
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Administered drugs and fluids to patients, including IV contrast materials, and antispasmodics.
- Provide diagnostic images in clinical studies for EZRA full body scans.
- Provide diagnostic services for major professional football league in the Bay Area.
- Encouraged high morale and staff retention through effective communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of proactive work environment.
- Delegated tasks to each member of staff and oversaw task completion, offering assistance to promote success.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Employed active listening and interpersonal talents to effectively interact with various individuals, including physicians, patients and fellow employees.
MRI Technologist
VRI Sunnyvale/Norcal imaging
Sunnyvale, CA
01.2015 - 05.2022
- Operated and oversaw operation ofmagnetic imaging equipment to produce imaging of the body for diagnostic purposes.
- Administered injected contrast media to patients.
- Keyed commands and data into the computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjust scan parameters to obtain and improve diagnostic quality of images.
- Demonstrated new equipment, procedures, and techniques and provided technical assistance to staff.
- Operated Siemens 1.5 Tesla Symphony and Sonata System for various studies to include MRA carotids, Circle ofWillis, renals.
- Experience in various body scans to include musculoskeletal, abdominal and breast imaging.
MRI Technologist
California Pacific Medical Campus
San Francisco, CA
03.2015 - 12.2020
- Operated and oversaw operation of magnetic imaging equipment to produce imaging of the body for diagnostic purposes.
- Administered injected contrast media to patients.
- Keyed commands and data into the computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjust scan parameters to obtain and improve diagnostic quality of images.
- Demonstrated new equipment, procedures, and techniques and provided technical assistance to staff.
- Operated G.E 25LX 1.5 Tesla Signa.
- Experience in various body scans to include advanced imaging, wide spectrum of abdominals imaging, and MRA carotids, renal studies, and pediatric and geriatric imaging.
- Experienced with Epic hospital system, R.I.S, and Visage PACS.
- Experience with a variety of patients to include, pediatrics/adults/and geriatric imaging., provided technical assistance to staff.
- Performed MRI scans on pediatric sedation patients.
- Worked as a Clinical Instructor for Gurnick Academy to prepare students entering the magnetic resonance imaging field.
MRI Technologist
Sutter Health
Oakland, CA
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Operated and oversaw operation ofmagnetic imaging equipment to produce imaging of the body for diagnostic purposes.
- Administered injected contrast media to patients.
- Keyed commands and data into the computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjust scan parameters to obtain and improve diagnostic quality of images.
- Positioned and immobilized patient on the examining table.
- Operated G.E 3 Tesla and 1.5 Tesla Signa.
- Experience in various body scans to include advanced breast imaging, wide spectrum ofabdominal imaging, and MRA carotids, renals.
MRI Technologist
lnview Imaging
Fremont, CA
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Maintained inventory and supply levels for contrast materials, film, catheters and other medical items, checking inventory stock and reordering items running low.
- Administered IV contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals and antispasmodics to patients.
- Operated MRI scanners to provide diagnostic imaging.
- Troubleshot technical issues related to MRI scanner, monitors or coils.
- Selected appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
- Explained MRI procedures to patients, representatives and family members.
MRI Technologist
John Muir Hospital
Walnut Creek, CA
01.2004 - 01.2013
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
- Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
- Reviewed diagnostic image quality and filed diagnostic images in appropriate patient records.
- Operated MRI scanners to provide diagnostic imaging.
- Troubleshot technical issues related to MRI scanner, monitors or coils.
- Selected appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
MRI/Radiologic Technologist
Stuart London Inc
Oakland, CA
01.2002 - 01.2012
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Delivered comprehensive training to students and new technologists on equipment, imaging processing, patient relations and best practices.
- Reviewed diagnostic image quality and filed diagnostic images in appropriate patient records.
- Oversaw scheduling, patient coordination and department and equipment maintenance for consistent department operations.
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
Education
Limited Radiologic Permit -
Nova Institute ofHealth Technology
Completed coursework in Principles of Radiology and Ultrasound -
01.1999
Skills
- Diagnostic imaging
- Staff training
- Health education
- Radiology
- Patient safety
- Quality control
- Training & Development
- Work ethic
- Reliable and trustworthy
- HIPAA
Accomplishments
- Basic Life Saving Certification for C.P.R, American Heart Association, valid until 2025
- Registered MRI technologist, American Registry of MRI Technologist, California, valid until 2025.
- Venipuncture and Pharmacology for Contrast Media Advanced Health Education Center, California, valid since 2004.
- California Radiologic Technologist, CRT, valid until 2025
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Certified MRI Technologist, American Registry of MRI Technologist - since 2004
- California Radiologic Technologist, CRT, Department of Health Services - since 1999
- Certified Venipuncture and Pharmacology for Contrast Media , Advanced Health Education Center - 2004
Languages
Bilingual English Spanish speaking
Additional Information
- , Radiology License Permit, Department ofHealth Services (Radiologic Branch), California, 1999-2022 Limited x-ray license to perform Chest, Extremities and Torso Skeletal exams.
Timeline
Lead MRI Technologist
Barton Healthcare System
07.2023 - Current
Senior MRI Technologist
Isaac Medical Inc.
02.2017 - Current
MRI Technologist
California Pacific Medical Campus
03.2015 - 12.2020
MRI Technologist
VRI Sunnyvale/Norcal imaging
01.2015 - 05.2022
MRI Technologist
Sutter Health
01.2014 - 01.2016
MRI Technologist
lnview Imaging
01.2013 - 01.2014
MRI Technologist
John Muir Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2013
MRI/Radiologic Technologist
Stuart London Inc
01.2002 - 01.2012
Limited Radiologic Permit -
Nova Institute ofHealth Technology
Completed coursework in Principles of Radiology and Ultrasound -
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