Marina Lovil
Plano,TX
Summary
Dynamic Cardiac CT Technologist with extensive experience at Baylor Heart Hospital, proficient in advanced CT imaging and patient care. Achieved ACR accreditation while mentoring new staff and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Skilled in image reconstruction and tailored scanning protocols, fostering patient comfort through effective communication. Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac CT Technologist
Baylor Heart Hospital Outpatient Imaging Center
01.2013 - Current
- Operated advanced Cardiac CT imaging equipment to capture high-quality diagnostic images. Experience with GE Apex Revolution 256 slice, Phillips Brilliance 64 slice, GE Lightspeed 64 slice
- Collaborated with Cardiologists to ensure appropriate imaging protocols are applied. Proficient in scanning 4D Hearts, TAVR Protocol, Tricuspid Protocol, and CCTA
- Maintained compliance with safety protocols and radiation protection standards.
- Experience with FFR
- Attained ACR accreditation for the McKinney CACC
- Trained and mentored new technologists on cardiac imaging protocols.
- Help with maintaining quality control checks on CT machines to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted in patient preparation, ensuring patient comfort by providing detailed explanation of the scan. Invited patients to ask questions to help put them at ease.
- Tailored scanning parameters based on patient factors such as size, limitations, and lab values
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
CT Technologist
Baylor North Dallas Imaging Ctr
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Collaborated with radiologists to tailor imaging and injection protocols to achieve optimal ct scans
- Worked independently in the xray department. Experience with Fluoroscopy exams . Was promoted from xray position to CT position. Worked independently in the CT department. Experience with Routine scans , Vascular scans, Calcium Scores, and Virtual Colonscopy
- Attained ACR Accreditation.
- Maintained POC Creatinine machine by running quarterly quality checks
X-Ray Technologist
Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas
08.2006 - 01.2007
- Operated x-ray imaging equipment to perform X-ray examinations efficiently. Was immediately assigned as dedicated fluoroscopy technologist
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during imaging procedures through effective communication.
- Conducted high volume portables on a day to day basis
- Maintained accurate patient records and imaging documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Radiology Technology
Brookhaven College
Dallas, Texas, TX08-2006
Skills
- Advanced CT imaging
- Patient care
- Image reconstruction
- CT protocols
Accomplishments
Imaging Team Member of the Year
Great Catch Award 2 times
Service Excellence Award
Employee of the month Award
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Cardiac CT Technologist
Baylor Heart Hospital Outpatient Imaging Center
01.2013 - Current
CT Technologist
Baylor North Dallas Imaging Ctr
01.2007 - 01.2013
X-Ray Technologist
Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas
08.2006 - 01.2007
Associate of Science - Medical Radiology Technology
Brookhaven College