Rafael Abundiz
Medford,OR
Summary
Accomplished MRI Technologist with a proven track record at specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging and regulatory compliance. Expert in enhancing MRI protocols and safety standards, demonstrating exceptional leadership and process improvement skills. Achieved significant departmental advancements through strategic policy development and staff education.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead MRI Technologist
Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center
01.2016 - 08.2024
- Performed all aspects of Magnetic Resonance Imaging in a high volume inpatient/outpatient setting
- Oversee the daily clinical operations of the MRI department
- Work closely with the radiologists to build and optimize MRI protocols and clinical processes
- Responsible to maintain regulatory compliance for the MRI department
- Responsible in maintaining the safety standards in the MRI department
- Build and revise department policies
- Educate staff in MRI safety methods and communicate new revisions to ACR guidelines
MRI Technologist/CT Technologist/Radiologic Technologist
Global Imaging Of Sugar Land
04.2014 - 12.2015
- Performed MRI and CT procedures in high volume outpatient setting
- Maintained regulatory compliance for the department
Operations Manager/Lead MRI Technologist
Memorial Mri & Diagnostic
08.2008 - 10.2014
- Oversaw the clinical operations of five outpatient diagnostic imaging centers onsite and remotely
- Managed department in safe and efficient manner
- Responsible for organizational change in the department
- Work with different vendors for equipment procurement and contract negotiations
- Responsible for hiring staff for dedicated modality
- Responsible for maintaining regulatory compliance for department
- Performed MRI and CT procedures in high volume outpatient setting
Education
Advanced Placement Radiology
Pima Medical Institute
Tucson, AZ10.2010
Limited Radiologic Technologist
Academy of Health Care
Houston 05.2003
Skills
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Regulatory Guidelines
- Process Improvement
- MRI Safety
- Leadership Skills
- Department inventory
- Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Licenses and Certifications
- Oregon Board of Medical Imaging
- ARRT registered in Radiography
- ARRT registered in Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- ABMRS certified Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer
- BLS certified
Timeline
Lead MRI Technologist
Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center
01.2016 - 08.2024
MRI Technologist/CT Technologist/Radiologic Technologist
Global Imaging Of Sugar Land
04.2014 - 12.2015
Operations Manager/Lead MRI Technologist
Memorial Mri & Diagnostic
08.2008 - 10.2014
Advanced Placement Radiology
Pima Medical Institute
Limited Radiologic Technologist
Academy of Health Care
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