Marinita Ricks
Westminster,MD
Summary
ARRT obtained in 1978-current
certification in CAT scan 1995-current
licensed in the state of Maryland current
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
CAT Scan Technologist
Midtown Campus
11.2013 - Current
- Tended to physical and psychological patient preparation, calmly talking through procedures while positioning patients for scans and x-rays to alleviate nervousness or anxiety.
- Complied with department and hospital radiation and safety standards.
- Injected contrast for CT scans in accordance with department policy.
- Calibrated, maintained and troubleshot radiologic equipment to minimize operational downtime.
CAT Scan Technologist 2
University Of Maryland Medical Center
11.2009 - Current
- Injected contrast for CT scans in accordance with department policy.
- Calibrated, maintained and troubleshot radiologic equipment to minimize operational downtime.
- Complied with departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety, heeding appropriate reporting requirements.
- Communicated with physicians, nurses and other team members concerning patient status, diagnoses and related information.
- Tended to physical and psychological patient preparation, calmly talking through procedures while positioning patients for scans and x-rays to alleviate nervousness or anxiety.
- Complied with department and hospital radiation and safety standards.
- Demonstrated competency in assessment and range of treatment indicated for patients of diverse demographics.
- Communicated clinical observations during CT scan examinations to radiologist.
- Demonstrated financial responsibility and accountability through proper use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
CAT Scan Technologist PRN
Sinai Hospital, Life Bridge Health
09.2007 - 02.2020
- Injected contrast for CT scans in accordance with department policy.
- Calibrated, maintained and troubleshot radiologic equipment to minimize operational downtime.
- Complied with departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety, heeding appropriate reporting requirements.
- Communicated with physicians, nurses and other team members concerning patient status, diagnoses and related information.
CAT Scan Technologist PRN
Bonsecours Hospital
09.2008 - 05.2013
- Injected contrast for CT scans in accordance with department policy.
- Calibrated, maintained and troubleshot radiologic equipment to minimize operational downtime.
- Complied with departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety, heeding appropriate reporting requirements.
- Communicated with physicians, nurses and other team members concerning patient status, diagnoses and related information.
Senior CAT Scan Technologist
Johns Hopkins Hospital
05.1999 - 06.2007
- Injected contrast for CT scans in accordance with department policy.
- Calibrated, maintained and troubleshot radiologic equipment to minimize operational downtime.
- Complied with departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety, heeding appropriate reporting requirements.
- Communicated with physicians, nurses and other team members concerning patient status, diagnoses and related information.
- as senior technologist, made staffing schedules, ordered, supplies, supervised and trained technologist, ran the Weinberg cancer center scan area. Scanned up to 60 outpatient and inpatient in a 12 hour period.
- Taught classes in the CT program. Also trained CT and x-ray students.
- Assisted in several research projects
- worked Under the supervision of Dr. Elliot Fishman To form protocols .
- Performed scoring on calcium scores and performed 3Ds
CAT Scan Technologist
Saint Agnes Hospital
07.1985 - 12.1999
- Tended to physical and psychological patient preparation, calmly talking through procedures while positioning patients for scans and x-rays to alleviate nervousness or anxiety.
- Complied with department and hospital radiation and safety standards.
- Injected contrast for CT scans in accordance with department policy.
- Calibrated, maintained and troubleshot radiologic equipment to minimize operational downtime.
- Communicated with physicians, nurses and other team members concerning patient status, diagnoses and related information.
- Demonstrated competency in assessment and range of treatment indicated for patients of diverse demographics.
- Communicated clinical observations during CT scan examinations to radiologist.
- Prepared and mixed contrast agents for enhanced imaging.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
Staff X-ray Technologist
Saint Agnes Hospital
09.1981 - 09.1985
- Produced high-quality images for accurate, reliable review and interpretation.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Monitored and adjusted imaging equipment for optimal quality standards.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
Assistant X-ray Manager
Lutheran Hospital
04.1980 - 05.1985
- Motivated, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance
- Managed team schedule with eye for coverage needs and individual strengths.
- ordered supplies, hired new staff, trained new staff, spoke at orientation for new employees about what is needed and expected for radiologic procedures
- did time cards for employee pay
- Performed staff evaluation
X-ray Technologist
Lutheran Hospital Baltimore Maryland
10.1978 - 03.1980
- Completed x-rays safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
- Maintained examination rooms and restocked medical and radiologic supplies.
- Positioned patients for optimal comfort and set up effective sterile fields before procedures.
- Developed and processed radiologic film to aid in diagnostics and patient monitoring with high-quality imagery.
Education
Prerequisites For Nursing
Community College of Carroll County
Westminster, MDNo Degree - Radiologic Technology
Mercy Hospital School of Radiologic Technology
Baltimore Maryland09.1978
Timeline
CAT Scan Technologist
Midtown Campus
11.2013 - Current
CAT Scan Technologist 2
University Of Maryland Medical Center
11.2009 - Current
CAT Scan Technologist PRN
Bonsecours Hospital
09.2008 - 05.2013
CAT Scan Technologist PRN
Sinai Hospital, Life Bridge Health
09.2007 - 02.2020
Senior CAT Scan Technologist
Johns Hopkins Hospital
05.1999 - 06.2007
CAT Scan Technologist
Saint Agnes Hospital
07.1985 - 12.1999
Staff X-ray Technologist
Saint Agnes Hospital
09.1981 - 09.1985
Assistant X-ray Manager
Lutheran Hospital
04.1980 - 05.1985
X-ray Technologist
Lutheran Hospital Baltimore Maryland
10.1978 - 03.1980
Prerequisites For Nursing
Community College of Carroll County
No Degree - Radiologic Technology
Mercy Hospital School of Radiologic Technology
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