SAMANTHA AGUILAR
OKC VA Hospital
Yukon,OK
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience
Professional healthcare technologist with strong expertise in CT scanning and diagnostic imaging. Known for high standards and reliability in fast-paced clinical settings. Skilled in operating advanced imaging equipment, ensuring accurate results, and adapting to evolving patient needs. Strong collaborator focused on achieving optimal outcomes through teamwork and flexibility.
Work History
DRT/CT Scan Technologist
3 Years 5 Months- Executed routine and complex radiographic procedures for extremities, skull, torso-skeleton, chest, and abdomen, ensuring accurate diagnostics.
- Performed all routine and complex radiographic procedures of the extremities, skull, torso-skeleton, chest, and abdomen.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and comfort patient.
CT Technologist
3 Years 3 Months- Collaborated with radiologists to ensure accurate interpretation of scans.
- Prepared and administered oral or injected iodinated contrast media to optimize patient imaging outcomes
- Operated CT imaging equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
- Collaborated with physicians in conducting fluoroscopic exams, UGI series, esophagram, barium enema, and contrast arthrography/myelography to enhance diagnostic accuracy
Business Administrator
7 Years 6 Months- Record and track member compliance with multiple squadron programs
- Managed administrative operations to ensure efficient workflow and resource allocation.
- Developed and implemented process improvements to enhance operational effectiveness.
Radiography Student Clinicals
1 Year 2 Months- Rotated daily through radiology departments, including surgery/c-arm, outpatient, portables, and emergency, ensuring diverse experience and adaptability
- Rotated between various radiology departments daily: surgery/c-arm, outpatient, portables, and emergency department
- Utilized PACS and various radiology software to manage patient imaging records.
Public Health Technician
3 Years- Coordinated and conducted inspections of public and food facilities to ensure compliance with health regulations
- Conducted thorough investigations into occupational illnesses to identify causes and trends.
- Interviewed/Educated patient on communicable diseases
- Gathered and organized epidemiological data for the entire base to support health assessments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiographic Sciences
Associate of Science - Occupational Science
Some College (No Degree) - Licensed Phlebotomist
Associate of Applied Science - Public Health
Skills
Contrast administration
Patient positioning
Trauma imaging
Image reconstruction
Post-processing techniques
Image analysis
Cross-sectional anatomy
Patient care
Healthcare regulations
Adaptability
Certification
- 2022-03 CT Certification
- 2019-12 ARRT License
- 2018-07 BLS Certified
- 2018-07 Fire Safety Certified
- 2019-09 Venipuncture Certified
Timeline
DRT/CT Scan Technologist
OKC VA Hospital
03.2023 - CurrentRead More
CT Technologist
OU Medicine
12.2019 - 03.2023Read More
Radiography Student Clinicals
JFK Memorial Hospital/Temecula Valley Imaging
09.2018 - 11.2019Read More
Business Administrator
United States Air Force Reserves
02.2017 - 08.2024Read More
Public Health Technician
United States Air Force
01.2014 - 01.2017Read More
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Applied Science from Public Health
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Contra Costa Medical Career College, Inc.
Some College (No Degree) from Licensed Phlebotomist
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American Career College
Associate of Science from Occupational Science
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PIMA Medical Institute
Bachelor of Science from Radiographic Sciences
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