Maureen Wainaina
Mishawaka
Summary
Dedicated MRI Technologist with experience at Beacon Medical Group, skilled in patient safety and quality control. Proven ability to collaborate with radiologists to produce high-quality images, enhancing diagnostic accuracy. Committed to patient advocacy and education, ensuring comfort and understanding throughout imaging procedures.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MRI Technologist
Beacon Medical Group
06.2023 - Current
- Operated MRI machines to perform diagnostic imaging procedures for diverse patient populations.
- Ensured safety protocols and infection control measures were adhered to during all imaging sessions.
- Collaborated with radiologists to obtain high-quality images, facilitating accurate diagnoses.
- Maintained equipment functionality through regular quality control checks and troubleshooting issues promptly.
Direct Support Professional
Logan Industries
11.2020 - 12.2023
- Assisted individuals with daily living skills to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to support positive outcomes in client interactions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to client needs.
- Monitored client health and safety, promptly addressing concerns to maintain a secure environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
X-Ray Assistant
Beacon Medical Group
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Prepared patients for X-ray procedures, ensuring comfort and understanding of the process.
- Operated X-ray machinery following safety protocols to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
- Assisted radiologists by providing accurate patient information and image documentation.
- Maintained equipment cleanliness and functionality, reporting any malfunctions promptly.
- Practiced radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently positioning them for X-ray procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Imaging
Indiana University, South Bend
South Bend, IN05-2024
Associate of Science - Radiological Sciences
Indiana University, South Bend
South Bend, IN05-2023
Associate of Science - General Studies
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN05-2019
Skills
- Patient safety
- Patient care
- Intravenous contrast administration
- Quality control
- Cross-sectional anatomy
- Body positioning and placement
- Patient education
- Abdominal imaging
- Pelvic imaging
- Patient advocacy
- Magnetic resonance imaging
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
CPR certified
Timeline
MRI Technologist
Beacon Medical Group
06.2023 - Current
X-Ray Assistant
Beacon Medical Group
07.2022 - 06.2023
Direct Support Professional
Logan Industries
11.2020 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Medical Imaging
Indiana University, South Bend
Associate of Science - Radiological Sciences
Indiana University, South Bend
Associate of Science - General Studies
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana