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Laura DiStasio
Healthcare Professional, Educator
Palm Bay,FL
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional, educator, and doctoral student with more than 15 years of experience in radiologic technology, healthcare education, and clinical leadership. Experienced in online and classroom instruction, curriculum development, student mentoring, and clinical training within allied health programs. Skilled in diagnostic imaging, patient care, health promotion, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Currently pursuing a Doctor of Public Health Education degree with a concentration on profit and non-profit organizations, with a strong interest in improving health literacy, advancing community health initiatives, and developing evidence-based educational programs. Committed to fostering student success, improving healthcare outcomes, and supporting workforce development.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Multi-Modality Cross-Trained CT Technologist
Palm Bay Hospital
Palm Bay, FL
09.2024 - Current
- Computed tomography and radiographic imaging in acute care
- Cardiac exams, EKG tracing, and stroke-alert imaging
- Assist with CT-guided biopsies, drain placements, and bone marrow procedures
- IV insertion and Epic documentation
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
Radiologic Technologist (Per Diem)
Restore Health Urgent Care
Palm Bay, FL
07.2024 - Current
- Diagnostic X-rays, lab testing, phlebotomy
- Triage, injections, medication administration
- EKGs and clinical workflow support
- Documentation using eClinicalWorks
Adjunct Faculty
Stellar Career College
Chicago, IL
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Online instruction using Moodle
- Course development and student assessment
- Evaluate student performance and engagement
Clinical Coordinator & Instructor
Keiser University
Melbourne, FL
08.2018 - 06.2024
- On-campus and online instruction
- Blackboard and Canvas LMS
- Course development and curriculum support
- Student assessment and performance evaluation
- Clinical coordination and student supervision
Radiologic Technologist & Mammographer
University Center Imaging
Melbourne, FL
09.2011 - 11.2020
- Diagnostic and screening mammography
- Radiographic, fluoroscopic, and DEXA imaging procedures
- X-ray and fluoroscopy protocol development
- Train and mentor technologists and students
- Clinical preceptor
Education
Doctor of Public Health Education (In Progress) -
Master of Science in Education -
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies -
Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology -
Skills
- Higher Education Instruction (Undergraduate Teaching)
- Online & On-Campus Curriculum Delivery
- Learning Management Systems (Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle)
- Clinical Education & Student Supervision
- IV insertion & Contrast Administration
- Computed Tomography, Radiography, Mammography & DEXA
- Patient Assessment, Triage & Phlebotomy
- Injections & Medication Administration
- Electronic Health Records (Citrix, eClinicalWorks, EPIC)
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
Certification
- The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Radiography, Mammography, Computed Tomography
- Florida Department of Health - General Radiographer
- The American Heart Association - Basic Life Support
- CITI Program - Social-Behavioral-Educational Researchers: Stage 1 - Basic Course
Affiliations
- American Society of Radiologic Technologists
Timeline
Multi-Modality Cross-Trained CT Technologist - Palm Bay Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Radiologic Technologist (Per Diem) - Restore Health Urgent Care
07.2024 - Current
Adjunct Faculty - Stellar Career College
10.2023 - 06.2024
Clinical Coordinator & Instructor - Keiser University
08.2018 - 06.2024
Radiologic Technologist & Mammographer - University Center Imaging
09.2011 - 11.2020
American College of Education - Doctor of Public Health Education (In Progress),
Keiser University - Master of Science in Education,
Keiser University - Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies,
Keiser University - Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology,