Kristin Leiplein
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in CT imaging. Known for delivering high-quality imaging and supporting accurate diagnosis. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments, with proficiency in imaging technology and patient care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior CT Technologist
Mission Hospital Leonard Cancer Institute
05.2022 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with radiologists to optimize image quality, leading to improved diagnostic accuracy.
- Conducted detailed patient assessments to identify contraindications for CT scans, ensuring patient safety.
- Performed high quality CT exams utilizing hospital protocols both with and without oral and IV contrast. Including but not limited to: coronary calcium scores, lung cancer screenings, multi-phase exams, CTA's (eg., thoracic, AAA, and run-offs) including associated 3D post-processing.
- Monitored patient's well-being during exams and recognized discomfort or medical problems and took appropriate action.
- Contributed to enhanced clinical outcomes by detecting abnormalities during routine screenings.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
Senior CT Technologist
Mission Hospital Laguna Beach
08.2014 - 05.2025
- Implemented safety measures to minimize radiation exposure for both patients and staff members.
- Facilitated emergency room diagnostics, rapidly responding to urgent scan requests for critical patients.
- Performed high quality CT and radiologic exams on pediatric to geriatric ER, inpatients, and outpatients. Including but not limited to: stroke perfusions, biopsies, and drainages.
- Competency in PACS, RIS, and HIS systems.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
- Promoted departmental efficiency through excellent time management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Conducted regular inventory checks on supplies and consumables within the CT lab to ensure availability when needed.
- Built and adjusted imaging protocols as needed by management.
- Contacted and documented all service needs to hospital biomed and Siemens.
- Trained and supervised new CT technologists.
Radiologic Technologist III
La Palma Intercommunity Hospital
09.2009 - 08.2014
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing diagnostic imaging procedures, including CT scans, DEXA, and X-rays.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
- Collaborated with radiologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate diagnoses through high-quality imaging results.
- Cultivated a positive team atmosphere by sharing knowledge, offering assistance, and fostering collaboration among colleagues.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Cypress College
Cypress, CA05-2009
Skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Customer service expertise
- Intravenous access
- Technical aptitude
- Advanced CT imaging
- Image reconstruction
Certification
- ARRT (Computerized Tomography)-Current
- ARRT (Diagnostic Radiography)-Current
- CRT (Diagnostic Radiography)-Current
- CRT (Fluoroscopy)-Current
- Venipuncture Certification May 2008-Current
- BLS-current
Timeline
Senior CT Technologist
Mission Hospital Leonard Cancer Institute
05.2022 - 05.2025
Senior CT Technologist
Mission Hospital Laguna Beach
08.2014 - 05.2025
Radiologic Technologist III
La Palma Intercommunity Hospital
09.2009 - 08.2014
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Cypress College
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