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Paola Ramirez

Gilbert,AZ

Summary

Dedicated MRI Technologist with extensive experience at Phoenix Children's Hospital, skilled in Cardiac MR, MR safety protocols and patient care. Achieved improved image quality through precise patient positioning and enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate education. Proven ability to streamline processes, reducing scan times while maintaining high standards of safety and quality control.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

MRI Technologist I

Phoenix Children's Hospital
11.2021 - Current
  • Maintained safe environment, adhering to strict safety guidelines and policies.
  • Educated patients and guardians on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Reduced scan time with efficient scheduling and streamlined pre-scan processes.
  • Improved image quality by maintaining proper positioning of patients during scans.
  • Contributed to team success by collaborating closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.

MRI Technologist

Arizona Diagnostic Radiology
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Educated patients and parents on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Reduced scan time with efficient scheduling and streamlined pre-scan processes.
  • Boosted patient satisfaction through compassionate care and clear communication before, during, and after procedures.
  • Improved image quality by maintaining proper positioning of patients during scans.
  • Ensured optimal equipment performance with routine calibration checks and timely reporting of technical issues.

Suspended Billing Rep

Apria Healthcare Services
07.2018 - 12.2020
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving billing disputes.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing efficiency within the Suspended Billing department.
  • Supported the development of improved billing processes by participating in regular team meetings and sharing insights on best practices.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve system issues impacting billing accuracy.
  • Managed a high volume of suspended accounts without sacrificing attention to detail or jeopardizing customer satisfaction levels.

Education

Associate of Science - Magnetic Resonance Imaging

WCUI School of Medical Imaging
Phoenix, AZ
06-2021

Associate of Science - Kinesiology

Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Chandler, AZ

High School Diploma -

Desert Ridge High School
Mesa, AZ
05-2010

Skills

  • MR safety protocols
  • Protocol optimization
  • Cardiac MR
  • Fetal MR
  • Functional MRI
  • Patient safety
  • Patient care
  • Staff education
  • Quality control
  • Intravenous contrast administration

Certification

  • Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist, American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging - October 2023
  • Certified Basic Life Support, American Heart Association - May 2024

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

MRI Technologist I

Phoenix Children's Hospital
11.2021 - Current

MRI Technologist

Arizona Diagnostic Radiology
10.2021 - 06.2022

Suspended Billing Rep

Apria Healthcare Services
07.2018 - 12.2020

Associate of Science - Magnetic Resonance Imaging

WCUI School of Medical Imaging

Associate of Science - Kinesiology

Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College

High School Diploma -

Desert Ridge High School

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