Nathan Martinez
Compton,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented MRI Technologist with over three years of experience in inpatient and outpatient settings within a high-acuity academic medical environment. Proficient in performing advanced MRI examinations on Siemens Magnetom Vida and Skyra 3T systems, as well as operating GE and Hitachi MRI platforms, ensuring the production of high-quality diagnostic images with and without contrast. A strong commitment to patient safety is demonstrated through comprehensive screening practices and strict adherence to MRI safety protocols, while collaborating effectively with radiologists to accurately protocol complex inpatient studies. Recognized for exceptional teamwork, efficient workflow management, and a proactive approach to adopting new technologies and techniques that enhance patient care and operational excellence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MRI Technologist
UCLA Health
Los Angeles
01.2026 - Current
- Rotated across multiple clinical sites within UCLA Health, including Santa Monica Hospital, performing advanced MRI examinations on Siemens Magnetom, Vida and Skyra 3T systems. Conducted high-resolution imaging studies with and without contrast in accordance with radiologist protocols and physician orders. Ensured patient safety through comprehensive MRI screening, including detailed review of prior X-rays and CT imaging to assess for contraindications. Collaborated closely with radiologists to appropriately protocol inpatient examinations, optimizing imaging quality and diagnostic accuracy. Maintained strict compliance with MRI safety standards, contrast administration guidelines, and institutional policies while ensuring efficient workflow and exceptional patient care in a high-acuity academic medical environment.
MRI Technologist
Kaiser Permanente
Woodland Hills
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Screened out/inpatients including ICU, ER patients, ensured safety while transferring patients, scanning, provide robe and positioned patients safety into MRI unit, inputted patient history and information into computer system, prepared room for scanning, scanned patients, provided CD, made films, interpreted Physicians’ instructions, explained MRI procedures to each patient, kept records of results, started IV’s on PT’s and injected Gadolinium contrast through IV/ power injector when needed upon doctors request. Worked on GE 1.5T
- Travel Contract
MRI Technologist
UMIH
Los Angeles, Lynwood
07.2024 - 09.2025
- Screened patients to ensure safety while scanning, provide robe and positioned patients safety into MRI unit, inputted patient history and information into computer system, prepared room for scanning, scanned patients, provided CD, made films, interpreted Physicians’ instructions, explained MRI procedures to each patient, kept records of results. Worked on GE 3T Architect, GE 1.5 Excite, and 0.3 Hitachi Open MRI.
MRI Technologist
Expert MRI
Culver City
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Screened patients to ensure safety while scanning, provide robe and positioned patients safety into MRI unit, inputted patient history and information into computer system, prepared room for scanning, scanned patients, provided CD, made films, interpreted Physicians’ instructions, explained MRI procedures to each patient, kept records of results. Worked on Siemens 3T and GE 1.5 Excite.
MRI Technologist (Externship)
Radnet
Laguna Hills
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Screened patients to ensure safety while scanning, provided robe and positioned patients safety into MRI unit, inputted patient history and information into computer system, prepared room for scanning, scanned patients, provided CD, made films, interpreted Physicians’ instructions. Explained MRI procedures to each patient. Worked on Siemens 1.5 Symphony Magnetom.
- 1040 Clinical Hours
Education
Associates Degree - Applied Science
National Polytechnic College
Lakewood, CA07.2022
High School Diploma -
Downey High School
Downey, CA05.2018
Skills
- Complete Knowledge of Siemens, GE and Hitachi machines
- Capable of performing all MSK, MRA including using a variety of different patients to be able to complete exams safely and providing the maximum amount of comfort for patients
- Capable of performing Breast, Prostate, Abdomen, DTI, SWI, and MRA including post processing techniques
- Knowledge in preparing and screening patients for procedures and keeping medical records
- Computer literacy with Care Connect, Windows, Word and Excel
- Bilingual: English/Spanish
- Medical imaging
- Anatomy knowledge
- Medical terminology
- Customer service
- Medical records
- Leadership
Certification
- High School Diploma
- Associates Degree in Magnetic Resonance
- American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (ARMRIT): Cert. #2447
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT): Cert. #1051977
- CPR/BLS– American Heart Association
- Venipuncture Certification
- LA Fire Card
LANGUAGES
Bilingual: English and Spanish, always capable of finding ways to communicate in any
Timeline
MRI Technologist
UCLA Health
01.2026 - Current
MRI Technologist
Kaiser Permanente
10.2025 - 01.2026
MRI Technologist
UMIH
07.2024 - 09.2025
MRI Technologist
Expert MRI
11.2022 - 07.2023
MRI Technologist (Externship)
Radnet
10.2021 - 07.2022
Associates Degree - Applied Science
National Polytechnic College
High School Diploma -
Downey High School