Meghan Pinchek
Cudahy,WI
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional committed to building trust, delivering optimal care, leveraging strong teamwork, and problem-solving skills to enhance patient outcomes. Recognized for enforcing MRI safety standards and advocating for patients while fostering effective communication with a proven ability to adapt to evolving clinical situations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MRI Technologist
Froedtert Hospital
Menomonee Falls, WI
03.2026 - Current
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new Froedtert protocols and workflow situations.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others and working with a trustworthy team.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies for the current and following work day were readily available for successful time management and efficient workflow.
- Passionate about learning, providing exceptional patient care, and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated ease working with SIEMENS software and adjusted parameters to maintain strong signal for diagnostic scans.
MRI Technologist I
Ascension Hospital
Franklin, WI
11.2024 - 03.2026
- Enforced ACR MRI safety standards to maintain a secure and compliant imaging environment.
- Conducted comprehensive MRI safety screenings, identifying contraindications related to implants and devices.
- Exercised independent clinical judgment to modify, delay, or refuse unsafe MRI examinations in accordance with safety guidelines and radiologist review/consult.
- Operated GE 1.5T MRI scanner to provide high-quality diagnostic imaging.
- Assisted with IV RN-Sedation and MAC Anesthesia cases in coordination with the Interventional Radiology team and Anesthesiologists.
MRI Technologist I
Advocate Aurora Medical Center
Cudahy, WI
07.2023 - 11.2024
- Adjusted scanning parameters for patients with claustrophobia, pain, mobility limitations, body habitus limitations, or anxiety.
- Prioritized and managed a high-volume MRI schedule in a fast-paced outpatient/hospital setting.
- Maintained detailed records of patient medical history, test results, and images obtained within EPIC and PACS.
- Reduced patients' anxieties and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions, and expectations.
- Operated Siemens 1.5T MRI scanner to provide diagnostic imaging.
Imaging Assistant
Waukesha Memorial Hospital
Waukesha, WI
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Provided appropriate transportation for patients with scheduled imaging procedures and met needs with attentive and individualized care.
- Worked with Fuji, McKesson, and EPIC software to communicate and acquire requisitions, check the ED-track board, and obtain pertinent patient information for exams.
- Followed proper donning and doffing of PPE, always confirmed patient identifiers, routinely equipped carts and wheelchairs with optimal supplies for patient safety and care.
- Performed clerical duties such as filing and photocopying.
- Utilized proper body mechanics when lifting and moving equipment or assisting patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiography
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee07-2023
Technical Diploma - Emergency Medical Technician
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee06-2019
Skills
- Patient Care & Safety
- Emergency Medical Services
- Diagnostic Imaging (MRI and X-ray)
- Electronic Medical Records
- EPIC
- SIEMENS 15T Software
- GE 15T Software
- CPR and First Aid for Healthcare Providers
- 3D Reconstruction & Segmentation
Certification
- The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - R.T.(R)(ARRT) ARRT ID#: 1050690
- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians - EMT EMS ID#: 0023-3007-4468
Timeline
MRI Technologist
Froedtert Hospital
03.2026 - Current
MRI Technologist I
Ascension Hospital
11.2024 - 03.2026
MRI Technologist I
Advocate Aurora Medical Center
07.2023 - 11.2024
Imaging Assistant
Waukesha Memorial Hospital
07.2022 - 07.2023
Technical Diploma - Emergency Medical Technician
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Associate of Science - Radiography
Milwaukee Area Technical College