Melissa Castrillon-Otalvaro
Wesley Chapel
Summary
Registered Radiologic Technologist specializing in neuro and vascular interventions. Key contributor to pioneering imaging procedures, ensuring patient safety and compliance with sterile protocols. Recognized for training peers in advanced techniques and optimizing operational workflows in high-pressure environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Neuro & Vascular Interventional Technologist
Tampa General Hospital
Tampa
05.2024 - 04.2026
- Assisted in neuro and vascular imaging procedures using advanced imaging equipment.
- Collaborated with medical staff to ensure patient safety during neuro and vascular interventions.
- Prepared and maintained sterile environments for all interventional procedures.
- Assisted in first e-shunt neuro endovascular and Artisse intrasaccular device implantation in Tampa, enhancing procedural innovation.
- Participated in first vascular robotic procedure in interventional radiology, advancing technological integration in patient care.
- Trained staff in endovascular neuro procedures and teaching main brain vessels.
Neuro & Vascular Interventional Technologist
Morton Plant Hospital, Baycare Health System
Clearwater
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted in neuro and vascular imaging procedures using advanced imaging equipment.
- Collaborated with medical staff to ensure patient safety during interventions.
- Prepared and maintained sterile environments for interventional procedures.
Neuro & Vascular Interventional Technologist
Hartford Hospital
Hartford
09.2019 - 07.2023
- Assisted in neurovascular imaging procedures using advanced imaging equipment.
- Maintained sterile environments for interventional procedures to ensure patient safety.
- Collaborated with medical staff to uphold safety standards during interventions.
- Participated in continuing education to stay informed on technology and techniques in interventional radiology.
- Served as superuser for inventory management, optimizing resource utilization.
Radiologic Technologist
Hartford Hospital
Hartford
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Proficient in Fluoroscopy, Operating Room, General x-ray, Portables, and Emergency Department procedures.
Radiologic Technologist
MidState Medical Center
Meriden
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Proficient in Fluoroscopy, Operating Room, General x-ray, Portables, and Emergency Department procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Manchester Community College
Manchester, CT05-2018
Skills
- Endovascular procedures
- Advanced imaging techniques
- Device operation
- Sterile technique maintenance
- Patient safety protocols
- Medical collaboration
- Clinical education
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
Languages
Spanish
Certification
- ARRT Registered Radiologic Technologist, 580322
- Florida Radiography License, 105445
- ACLS and BLS Certified, 07/31/27
Degree
A.S. RT(R)(ARRT)
Equipment
- SIEMENS ARTIS
- SIEMENS ICONO BIPLANE
- PHILLIP ALLURA
- PHILLIP AZURION BIPLANE
Accomplishments
Traveler technologist of the year 2025
Timeline
Neuro & Vascular Interventional Technologist
Tampa General Hospital
05.2024 - 04.2026
Neuro & Vascular Interventional Technologist
Morton Plant Hospital, Baycare Health System
11.2023 - 05.2024
Neuro & Vascular Interventional Technologist
Hartford Hospital
09.2019 - 07.2023
Radiologic Technologist
Hartford Hospital
06.2018 - 09.2019
Radiologic Technologist
MidState Medical Center
06.2018 - 08.2019
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Manchester Community College