Mikayla Haas
Plain,WI
Summary
Skilled Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist with background in providing high-quality MRI services in fast-paced healthcare settings. Possess in-depth knowledge of MRI procedures, patient care, and safety protocols. Demonstrated ability to improve patient comfort and cooperation during scans, leading to enhanced image quality and diagnostic accuracy. Also cross-trained in other areas of Radiology including CT and general X-ray
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MRI Technologist
UW Health Hospital and Clinics
Madison, WI
09.2023 - Current
- Performed MRI scans of patients utilizing advanced imaging techniques.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families and healthcare team members throughout the imaging process.
- Selected appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
- Collaborated with physicists to research implanted device guidelines to ensure patient safety.
- Established IV lines for contrast-enhanced examinations.
- Verified accuracy of diagnostic images prior to submission.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
- Performed diverse exams including musculoskeletal, neurology, abdominal, cardiac, MRA/MRV, and intra-operative.
- Developed skills at a Level I trauma center, as well as outpatient-based clinics.
- Proficient in operating GE scanning equipment.
CT Technologist
UW Health Hospitals and Clinics
Madison, WI
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Performed CT scans on patients, ensuring proper positioning and appropriate imaging techniques.
- Helped patients feel comfortable with procedures by explaining steps and answering questions.
- Assisted radiologists in performing diagnostic procedures, such as biopsies, ablations, and injections.
- Placed IVs to prepare for injection of contrast media.
- Operated multi-slice scanner for a variety of complex examinations such as cardiac, vascular, trauma, neurology, abdomen, pelvis, head, neck and orthopedics.
- Administered contrast materials under the direction of a physician for enhanced imaging.
- Monitored radiation safety guidelines while performing exams in order to protect both staff members and patients from unnecessary exposure.
- Skilled at using GE and Canon systems efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Imaging
Edgewood College
Madison08-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Radiography
UWHC School of Radiologic Technology
MadisonSkills
- Strong Interpersonal Communication
- Detail-Oriented
- Critical Thinking
- Dedicated Work Ethic
- Flexible Mindset
- Empathetic
- MRI Equipment Operation
- CT Equipment Operation
- Image Quality Evaluation
- Effective Time Management
Certification
- BLS Certification
- Certified Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Certified Computed Tomography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Licensed Radiologic Technologist in the State of Wisconsin
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
MRI Technologist
UW Health Hospital and Clinics
09.2023 - Current
CT Technologist
UW Health Hospitals and Clinics
08.2022 - 09.2023
- BLS Certification
- Certified Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Certified Computed Tomography Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Licensed Radiologic Technologist in the State of Wisconsin
Bachelor of Science - Medical Imaging
Edgewood College
Some College (No Degree) - Radiography
UWHC School of Radiologic Technology
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