Leah Varela
Summary
My name is Leah Varela, I am 22 years old and in my second year Radiography school at AdventHealth University with almost over a year of clinical training in Diagnostic Imaging. I'm able to take care of patients, communicate effectively, position patients for radiographic images, follow radiation safety practices, and collaborate effectively with other techs of the health care team in a fast-paced clinical environment. My strengths include reliability, thoroughness, and dedication to providing high quality, compassionate care for patients according to safety and professional standards. I look forward to hoepfully securing an entry level position as a Radiologic Technologist.
Overview
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Certification
Education
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
Orlando, FL05-2022
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Advent Health University
06-2027
Skills
- Demonstrate ability to problem solve and act appropriately as issues arise
- Effective communication skills resulting in increased patient care
- Quick Learner
- Dependable and punctual
- Committed to patient safety
- Positioning of patients for diagnostic radiographic procedures
- Understanding of radiographic anatomy and positioning
- Radiation protection and ALARA concept
- Infection control and standard precautions
- Principles of radiographic exposure (kVp, mAs, SID)
- Assessment of radiographic images for positioning and image quality
- Equipment setup and room preparation
Clinical Experience
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Clinical Rotations completed at:
- South AdventHealth Orlando
- Altamonte AdventHealth Orlando
- Kissimmee AdventHealth Orlando
- East AdventHealth Orlando
- Celebration AdventHealth Orlando
- Winter Park AdventHealth
Assisted with many Routine diagnostic radiographic exams:
- All upper extremity
- All Lower Extremity
- Lumbar punctures
- Fluoroscopic Procedures
- Cystography
- HSG
- Chest, Abdomen, Skull, spine
-Panorex
Certification
- ARRT Registry Eligible (after graduation)
- Basic Life support Certificatation (BLS)
- CPR Certified
- Florida State Radiologic Technologist Licensure Eligible (upon Graduation)
Timeline
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Advent Health University