Salima Kapadia
Lake Villa,IL
Summary
Able to work beside and manage a team of radiology techs while coordinating with Registration, the OR team and the ED team while working closely with the other modalities to ensure patients receive the best care possible. As a tech I take pride in producing high-quality radiographs and providing excellent patient care. As a team lead I have acquired exceptional organizational, analytical and instructional skills with an added talent for multitasking in a Level I Trauma environment. I am a keen learner who is adept at prioritizing, meeting multiple deadlines and working well under pressure. I am Self-directed and capable of negotiating and problem-solving as I display exceptional interpersonal skills and professionalism. I enjoy working both independently and in team environments, with all levels of partners: physicians, co-workers, clients, patients and their family members.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Imaging Technologist
Northwestern Medicine, Magnetic Resonance
10.2020 - Current
- Screens patients expertly prior to exams by screening for metal objects incompatible with MRI
- Explain Magnetic Resonance Imaging procedures and communicates as such throughout the examination
- Assess patients’ health histories to develop background necessary for optimizing scan settings
- Performs MRI patient scans within departmental protocols, viewing images of body area being scanned on display screen to ensure high-quality images
- Operates and positions all peripheral MRI devices properly
- Communicates pertinent data regarding imaging needs to peers and radiologists accurately and concisely
- Effectively directs patients in order to obtain optimal images
- Prepares scan room, equipment, and computer for MRI examinations with expertise, efficiency, and accuracy
- Operates MRI scanner and laser imager to routinely perform quality diagnostic tests
- Upholds compliance with HIPAA guidelines for diagnoses, report/film release procedures, discussion of history, and exam findings
- MRI for both inpatients and outpatients
Radiologic Technologist
NYP Columbia University Medical Center, Aya Healthcare Agency
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Prepare and position patients for imaging and select exposure factors accurately
- Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines
- Prevent patients from being exposed to unnecessary radiation
- Ensure prompt submission of high-quality images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers, and patient data/history)
- Proficient in ER, Inpatient and outpatient cases as well as portables throughout the hospital.
Radiologic Technologist
Ascension St Francis Hospital-Cross Country Agency
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Take radiologic films providing quality images to physicians to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems
- Prepare and position patients for imaging and select exposure factors accurately
- Prepare and administer contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations
- Observe patient during procedure and report abnormal activity
- Monitor protocols and recommend updates or refinements as warranted
- Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines
- Prevent patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation
- Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers, and patient data/history)
- Ensure equipment is properly functioning
- Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel
- Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate
- Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area, and any other areas in department
- Proficient in OR cases as well as Regular hospital flow
Radiologic Technologist, PM Shift Lead, Surgical Clinical Instructor/Trainer
Advocate Condell Medical Center
12.2011 - 03.2023
- Performs duties of OR Charge Tech, servicing patients of all ages: newborn to geriatric
- Trains technicians on the usage of all radiology equipment; including O-Arm, C-Arm, Mini C-Arm, CR Portables and DR Portables
- Trains technicians on imaging main radiology procedures as well as surgical cases including abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) procedures
- Maintains and orders supplies for AAA procedures
- Works with Level 1 Trauma cases, both in ER and OR
- Responsible for Quality Assurance of all images through PACS System
- Works with Pain Management cases; imaging patients and providing comfort during procedure
- Manages both OR on-call tech scheduling and on-call rotations (regular and weekend)
- Manages the assignment of imaging techs and C-Arms to surgical cases
- Proctors radiology employee and student competencies
- Remedies escalated issues involving incorrect imaging orders
- Liaison for imaging equipment troubleshooting and work order entry
MRI Technologist
Abbott Northwestern Hospital-Aya Healthcare Agency
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Screens patients expertly prior to exams by screening for metal objects incompatible with MRI
- Assess patients’ health histories to develop background necessary for optimizing scan settings
- Performs MRI patient scans within departmental protocols, viewing images of body area being scanned on display screen to ensure high-quality images
- Interviews patients to explain Magnetic Resonance Imaging procedures and communicates as such throughout the examination
- Operates and positions all peripheral MRI devices properly
- Communicates pertinent data regarding imaging needs to peers and radiologists accurately and concisely
- Effectively directs patients in order to obtain optimal images
- Prepares scan room, equipment, and computer for MRI examinations with expertise, efficiency, and accuracy
- Operates MRI scanner and laser imager to routinely perform quality diagnostic tests
Illinois Bone and Joint Libertyville, Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Screens patients expertly prior to exams by screening for metal objects incompatible with MRI
- Assess patients’ health histories to develop background necessary for optimizing scan settings
- Performs MRI patient scans within departmental protocols, viewing images of body area being scanned on display screen to ensure high-quality images
- Interviews patients to explain Magnetic Resonance Imaging procedures and communicates as such throughout the examination
- Operates and positions all peripheral MRI devices properly
- Communicates pertinent data regarding imaging needs to peers and radiologists accurately and concisely
- Effectively directs patients in order to obtain optimal images
- Prepares scan room, equipment, and computer for MRI examinations with expertise, efficiency, and accuracy
- Operates MRI scanner and laser imager to routinely perform quality diagnostic tests
- Upholds compliance with HIPAA guidelines for diagnoses, report/film release procedures, discussion of history, and exam findings
- Work Independently
MRI Technologist
Kettering Health, Marvel Medical Agency
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic, and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Administered IV drugs to patients to create contrasts on scanned images.
- Prepared patients for MRI procedures and monitored their condition during the scan.
- Positioned patients to obtain quality MRI images.
- Utilized multiple MRI scanner models including T1-weighted, T2-weighted, and diffusion-weighted imaging.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Radiologic Technologist
American Center for Spine and Neurosurgery
01.2011 - 05.2012
- R.T
- (R) (ARRT), Performed all procedures in x-rays including fluoroscopy exams and c-arm procedures, simultaneously reporting to three neurosurgeons
- Positioned and shielded patients accordingly with x-ray that was ordered
- Provided excellent quality patient care in an efficient and effective manner
- Responsible for Quality Assurance of all images through PACS System
- Performed sterile field setup for surgical procedures performed in-house
- Ordered all materials needed and had necessary documents signed for injections performed
- Assisted in keeping patients calm during injections
Communications Operator
Advocate Condell Medical Center
12.2006 - 12.2011
- Fielded and directed all internal/external hospital calls via switchboard
- Fielded answering [after-hour] service calls for over 100 doctors
- Managed the communications for emergency drills
Education
Certification in MRI - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Imaging Sciences
Rush University
Chicago06.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Imaging
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL06.2009
Associate of Arts -
Triton College
River Grove, IL06.2000
Skills
- RELATED SKILLS
- Spectris Solaris EP (injector)
- Proficient using EPIC, PACS, AGFA, Visage, Sectra, McKesson, Cerner
- Computed Radiography (CR)
- Digital Radiography (DR)
- O-Arm
- OEC C-Arm 9800, 9900, 990 elite
- Mini C-Arm
- Portables: GE AMX 4, Fuji FDR Go, Shimadzu, Carestream
- Siemens (MRI): Skyra 30T, Prisma 30T, Aera 15T, Avanto 15T
- GE (MRI): Architect 30T (MRI)
- Academic and working knowledge of MRI physics and equipment safety and equipment safety
- Advanced knowledge of anatomy
- Image evaluation
- Radiographic equipment troubleshooting
- Staffing/Scheduling Techs (OR and Main Dept)
- Office 365: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, SharePoint
- Equipment Trainer
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
NYP Columbia University Medical Center, Aya Healthcare Agency
04.2023 - 08.2023
Radiologic Technologist
Ascension St Francis Hospital-Cross Country Agency
10.2022 - 03.2023
MRI Technologist
Abbott Northwestern Hospital-Aya Healthcare Agency
06.2022 - 09.2022
MRI Technologist
Kettering Health, Marvel Medical Agency
02.2022 - 05.2022
Illinois Bone and Joint Libertyville, Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist
09.2021 - 08.2022
Imaging Technologist
Northwestern Medicine, Magnetic Resonance
10.2020 - Current
Radiologic Technologist, PM Shift Lead, Surgical Clinical Instructor/Trainer
Advocate Condell Medical Center
12.2011 - 03.2023
Radiologic Technologist
American Center for Spine and Neurosurgery
01.2011 - 05.2012
Communications Operator
Advocate Condell Medical Center
12.2006 - 12.2011
Certification in MRI - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology
College of Lake County
Bachelor of Science - Imaging Sciences
Rush University
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Imaging
College of Lake County
Associate of Arts -
Triton College
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