Sarah Lou V. Velasco
Panorama City
Summary
Dynamic MRI Technologist with Prohealth Advanced Imaging, skilled in patient assessment and MRI operation. Proven ability to enhance patient experience through effective education and collaborative communication. Committed to quality assurance and regulatory compliance, ensuring optimal imaging results and safety. Passionate about delivering exceptional care and fostering a supportive team environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MRI Technologist
Prohealth Advanced Imaging
North Hollywood
01.2024 - Current
- Performed patient assessments to ensure readiness for MRI procedures, including verifying medical history and addressing patient concerns.
- Executed MRI scans with precision, ensuring adherence to established protocols and optimizing imaging parameters for accurate results.
- Educated patients about the MRI process, alleviating anxiety and ensuring understanding of safety precautions during the procedure.
- Collaborated with radiologists to discuss imaging results and ensure clinical requirements were met for accurate diagnoses.
- Maintained equipment by conducting routine inspections and troubleshooting to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
- Monitored patients during procedures to assess comfort and safety, promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Trained new staff on MRI protocols and best practices, fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable team environment.
- Conducted quality assurance checks on imaging equipment, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and optimal image quality.
- Implemented patient preparation protocols to enhance comfort and cooperation, improving overall patient experience during scans.
- Analyzed imaging results for quality, identifying any need for repeat scans or additional imaging based on radiologist feedback.
- Operated MRI scanners in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines and safety standards.
- Reviewed images to detect any anomalies or irregularities that may require further action by a physician or radiologist.
- Provided technical guidance and support to other staff members when needed.
- Administered IV contrast materials to patients.
- Assessed patient condition prior to MRI scan and monitored vital signs during procedure.
- Set up equipment for procedures according to established protocols and safety regulations.
- Selected appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
- Troubleshot technical issues related to MRI scanner, monitors, or coils.
Clinical Specimen Processor, Clinical Specimen Handler
Bioreference Laboratories
Burbank
10.2021 - Current
- Coordinated with clinical staff to optimize specimen collection and handling procedures.
- Conducted thorough specimen verification to ensure accuracy and compliance with laboratory protocols.
- Executed specimen processing tasks efficiently, including centrifugation and aliquoting for further testing.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Assured compliance with regulatory standards in all specimen handling practices.
- Maintained meticulous records for all processed specimens, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.
- Scans requisitions and ensures ID numbers and names match.
- Accessions covid and clinical samples.
- Organized and classified specimens for timely delivery to appropriate testing departments.
- Utilized laboratory information systems for accurate data entry and tracking of specimens.
- Adhered to infection control guidelines to maintain a safe and sterile laboratory environment.
- Processed specimens and prepared them for testing according to established procedures.
- Labeled and numbered specimens for accurate recordkeeping and blind testing.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to infection control guidelines.
- Assisted other departments with sample collection processes when needed.
Crew Member/Trainer/Leader
Chowking
NORTH HILLS
05.2014 - 11.2020
- Introduces and persuades customers on new products, takes food orders.
- Crew trainer and leader, helps and teaches crew members the standard and quality of food Food Preparation/Production.
- Maintaining consistent cleanliness, food quality, & service standards.
- Providing excellent guest experiences.
- Instructed new team members on correct procedures for all areas of operations.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Guided trainees to boost safety and inventory waste management to meet pre-established business thresholds for operation.
- Coordinated development of training materials, including manuals, standard operating procedures and employee handbooks.
Service Quality Manager
Chowking
North Hills
11.2018 - 08.2020
- Implement assigned Product/Service Quality or Cleanliness & Sanitation (C&S) Program Implement assigned Crew Management activity
- Order supplies, check inventory, maintain budget and deliver paychecks.
- Organize food preparation and ingredient sourcing to maintain quality standards.
- Scheduling and budgeting crew members hours through excel to fulfill store profit.
- Ensures an outstanding guest experience through compassionate guest service, by providing the highest quality food, and by helping to keep the restaurant a clean, warm, and inviting environment.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints.
- Kept department on-target to meet sales and profit objectives by minimizing waste and pursuing revenue generation opportunities.
- Recruited, hired and trained new employees, including monitoring and review of individual performance.
- Streamlined ordering and Inventory procedures to identify top sellers and reduce over-stock.
- Cross-trained in every store role to maximize operational knowledge.
- Met with each associate to establish realistic monthly sales goals.
Education
Associate of Science - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
CBD College
Los Angeles, CA04-2024
High School Diploma -
Panorama High School
Panorama City, CA06.2011
Skills
- Patient assessment
- MRI operation
- IV contrast administration
- Quality assurance
- Imaging analysis
- Equipment maintenance
- Collaborative communication
- Patient education
- Regulatory compliance
- MR safety protocols
- Time management
- Troubleshooting skills
- Body positioning and placement
- Protocol optimization
- Orthopedic imaging
- Magnetic resonance imaging
- HIPAA
- Musculoskeletal imaging
- Vascular imaging
- Patient safety
- Patient confidentiality
- Post-processing techniques
- Cross-sectional anatomy
- Image quality assessment
Certification
Venipuncture Certification
Timeline
MRI Technologist
Prohealth Advanced Imaging
01.2024 - Current
Clinical Specimen Processor, Clinical Specimen Handler
Bioreference Laboratories
10.2021 - Current
Service Quality Manager
Chowking
11.2018 - 08.2020
Crew Member/Trainer/Leader
Chowking
05.2014 - 11.2020
Associate of Science - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
CBD College
High School Diploma -
Panorama High School