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KAYLA LUNDQUIST OCHOA

Naperville,IL

Summary

Experienced professional in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) seeking opportunities to build on growth and skills. Competencies specific to MRI include phlebotomy, Hitachi Oasis and Siemens. Adept at producing high quality images and following safety guidelines in a clinical setting. Adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and motivation to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

MRI Technologist

Javon Bea MercyHealth Hospital
Rockford, IL
07.2025 - Current

● Experience in scanning patients with implanted devices including pacemakers and neurostimulators in accordance with safety protocols
● Scanned critically ill patients including ventilated and intubated with continuous monitoring from care team.
● Proven ability to operate in a Level I trauma center managing emergent and time sensitive cases
● Reduce patient anxiety and enhance cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
● MRA, MIP, 2D/3D reconstruction and breasting imaging experience

MRI Technologist

American MRI
Elmhurst, IL
03.2022 - Current
  • Maintain highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following company and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
  • MRI protocol optimization for various exams including neurology, musculoskeletal and abdomen imaging.
  • PACS and Medics system proficiency.
  • Optimize and adjust MRI protocol parameters to enhance image quality and diagnostic accuracy.
  • Reduce patient anxiety and enhance cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
  • MRA, MIP, 2D/3D reconstruction and breasting imaging experience.
  • Hitachi Oasis 1.2 and Hitachi Echelon 1.5 experience.

MRI Technologist Clinical Externship

Bright Light Medical Imaging
Elk Grove Village, IL
04.2021 - 01.2022
  • Provided exemplary patient care while following outlined steps of service.
  • Positioned patients, changed parameters, adjusted protocols and administered contrast for best possible images.
  • Built on Siemens MAGNETOM Amira 1.5 Tesla experience.

MRI Technologist Clinical Externship

UIC Hospital
Chicago, IL
01.2020 - 04.2021
  • Assisted radiologist in breast biopsies and imaging.
  • Worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings at University of Illinois Hospital.
  • Selected appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
  • Developed GE SIGNA 3.0 Telsa experience.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology

Midwestern Career College
Naperville, IL
01-2020

Skills

  • Abdominal scanning
  • Breast scanning
  • Patient care and safety
  • Anatomy
  • Gadolinium administration
  • Patient screening
  • Problem resolution
  • Diagnostic imaging

Certification

  • American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologies (ARMRIT) certified
  • Certified Phlebotomist Technician
  • BLS Certified by American Heart Association

Timeline

MRI Technologist

Javon Bea MercyHealth Hospital
07.2025 - Current

MRI Technologist

American MRI
03.2022 - Current

MRI Technologist Clinical Externship

Bright Light Medical Imaging
04.2021 - 01.2022

MRI Technologist Clinical Externship

UIC Hospital
01.2020 - 04.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology

Midwestern Career College