Raul Avalos
Pigeon
Summary
Dedicated MRI Technologist with expertise in patient care and education. Skilled in contrast administration and musculoskeletal imaging, ensuring patient comfort and safety while delivering high-quality diagnostic results.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff MRI Technologist
Thumb MRI
Cass City, MI
07.2023 - Current
- Operates Seimens MRI equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images for patient evaluations.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols and infection control measures during imaging procedures.
- Educated patients on MRI processes and addressed concerns to enhance comfort and cooperation.
- Assisted in training new staff on MRI techniques, equipment usage, and safety standards.
- Interacted with patients to explain MRI scans and answer questions, providing reassurance and comfort throughout the process.
- Administered IV contrast media to patients to ensure a difference in contrasts on scanned images.
Staff MRI Technologist
Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula
Monterey, CA
09.2017 - 05.2023
- Operated Siemens and GE MRI equipment, set imaging factors, and manipulated software to generate quality and accurate images.
- Coordinated efforts with radiologists to guarantee high-quality image acquisition and accurate analysis of diagnostic results.
- Assisted in training new technologists, sharing expertise and knowledge to improve overall team performance.
- Provided compassionate care, addressing patient concerns and ensuring comfort during procedures.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and ensured availability for uninterrupted operations.
- Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, imaging procedures, and equipment maintenance logs.
Staff MRI Technologist
Thumb MRI Center
Cass City, MI
01.2001 - 08.2017
- Operated Toshiba MRI equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images for patient evaluations.
- Assisted in training new staff on MRI techniques, equipment usage, and safety standards.
- Managed inventory control for supplies within the department, ensuring availability of necessary materials without excess expense or waste.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in MRI positioning, resulting in precise image acquisition for diagnosis.
- Demonstrated adaptability in performing various types of MRI studies based on individual needs, such as neurological or musculoskeletal scans.
- Maintained strict compliance with HIPAA regulations protecting patient privacy rights during all interactions involving personal health information.
- Assisted in training new technologists, sharing expertise and knowledge to improve overall team performance.
- Administered IV contrast media to patients to create contrasts on scanned images.
- Prepared patients for MRI procedures and monitored their condition during the scan.
Staff MRI Technologist
St. Mary's Medical Center
Saginaw, MI
08.1997 - 01.2001
- Operated GE MRI equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images for patient evaluations. Increased department efficiency by assisting with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting technical issues.
- Prepared patients for MRI procedures and monitored their condition during the scan.
- Positioned patients to obtain quality MRI images.
- Interacted with patients to explain MRI scans and answer questions, providing reassurance and comfort throughout the process.
- Administered IV contrast media to patients to create contrasts on scanned images.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
Delta College
Bay City, MI1997
Skills
- Patient care
- Contrast administration
- Musculoskeletal imaging
- Intravenous skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient education
- Body positioning and placement
- Patient positioning
- Teamwork
- Reliability
Timeline
Staff MRI Technologist
Thumb MRI
07.2023 - Current
Staff MRI Technologist
Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula
09.2017 - 05.2023
Staff MRI Technologist
Thumb MRI Center
01.2001 - 08.2017
Staff MRI Technologist
St. Mary's Medical Center
08.1997 - 01.2001
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
Delta College