Nichole Lake RT(R)(MR)(CT)
Fort Riley
Summary
Experienced MRI Technologist prepared for this role with strong expertise in MRI technology, exceptional patient care, and diagnostic imaging. Known for reliability and adaptability, excelling in collaborative environments to achieve optimal results. Skilled in operating advanced imaging equipment, producing high quality images, and maintaining safety protocols. Consistently focused on quality, precision, and patient-centered service.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Technologist Radiography and Magnetic Resonance
Ascension Via Christi Hospital
10.2022 - Current
- Prescreen patients for MRI safety prior to Zone III entry
- Perform MR examinations including neuro, body, musculoskeletal, and angiography studies using Seimens platforms
- Prepared IVs and injected gadolinium via hand or power injection
- Collaborate with radiologists and work with imaging students within the department
M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Perform MR examinations including neuro, body, orthopedic and angio studies utilizing Siemen's platforms
- Interviewed and trained new hires regarding protocols, IV injections and other goings on within the MRI department
- Created and integrated protocols and reference binders for the new hire onboarding process
Jewish Hospital and St. Mary's Healthcare
05.2011 - 04.2012
- Performed MR examinations including musculoskeletal, neuro, body and angio studies
- Prepared IVs and inject gadolinium administration for appropriate MR studies
- Prescreened and set up patients for MR exams
- Rotated and worked in various MR departments throughout facilities within JHSMH
- Utilized GE and Siemen's platforms
- Used PACS to prepare MR studies for radiologists' viewing and archiving
Shared Medical Services
07.2009 - 04.2011
- Performed MR examinations involving musculoskeletal, neuro, body and angiography studies
- Prepared IVs and injected various brands of gadolinium by power injection or hand injection
- Prescreened patients for safety prior to entering MR scan room
- Cross trained new rad techs in learning MR, including physics, examinations, IV administration and patient safety
- Utilized GE9.0,12.0 and15.0 systems
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Argosy University
Eagan, MN01-2008
Skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Reliability
- Excellent communication skills
- Professionalism
- Strong patient safety and instruction skills
- Intravenous contrast administration
- High-quality image production and MR safety practices in outpatient and inpatient settings
- Task prioritization
- Critical thinking
- Workflow coordination
Certification
- BLS certification through American Heart Association
- Associates of Applied Sciences in Radiologic Technology
- Registered through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in radiography, magnetic resonance imaging, and computed tomography
Timeline
Registered Technologist Radiography and Magnetic Resonance
Ascension Via Christi Hospital
10.2022 - Current
M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital
01.2020 - 08.2022
Jewish Hospital and St. Mary's Healthcare
05.2011 - 04.2012
Shared Medical Services
07.2009 - 04.2011
- BLS certification through American Heart Association
- Associates of Applied Sciences in Radiologic Technology
- Registered through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in radiography, magnetic resonance imaging, and computed tomography
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Argosy University
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