SAVINA CASTELLO
San Francisco,CA
Summary
MRI Technologist with 9+ years of hospital-based imaging experience spanning MRI, CT, radiography, trauma, and acute care. Experienced with GE & Siemens MRI platforms, including 1.5T and 3T systems, as well as Siemens & GE 64- and 128-slice CT. Strong patient-care, safety, positioning, workflow, and cross-modality imaging skills.
Overview
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1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
MRI Technologist
UCSF
San Francisco, CA
07.2025 - Current
- Perform MRI examinations in a complex academic medical center environment across inpatient and outpatient populations.
- Operated Siemens MRI systems, ensuring adherence to MRI safety protocols, effective patient screening, optimal positioning, precise scanning parameters, and high image quality.
- Interacted with patients presenting complex medical histories and diverse clinical indications to deliver tailored care during MRI procedures.
- Collaborated with radiologists, nurses, physicians, and technologists to ensure safe, efficient imaging processes and enhance patient outcomes.
MRI/CT Technologist
Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital
San Francisco, CA
11.2022 - 07.2025
- Provided MRI and CT imaging in a high-acuity Level I trauma and acute-care hospital environment.
- Executed imaging for complex inpatient, emergency, and outpatient populations, ensuring accurate diagnostics.
- Implemented MRI safety practices and conducted patient screenings, optimizing positioning and enhancing image quality.
- Partnered with multidisciplinary clinical teams to deliver comprehensive care in a high-volume hospital setting.
Radiologic / CT / MRI Technologist
Sequoia Hospital, Dignity Health
Redwood City, CA
10.2017 - 01.2025
- Developed comprehensive hospital-based expertise in radiography, CT, and MRI to enhance patient care.
- Adapted to trauma and acute-care settings, ensuring effective workflows, clear patient communication, and strict safety protocols.
- Performed MRI scans following Sequoia Hospital safety and patient care protocols.
- Positioned patients for MRI exams using clear communication and calming support.
- Screened patients and implants for MRI safety before each scan.
MRI/CT Technologist
Shared Imaging — Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Delivered MRI and CT imaging services, adapting to diverse clinical workflows, equipment, and patient populations to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Performed computed tomography imaging in Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital radiology department.
- Prepared patients for CT scans and explained exam steps.
- Verified orders, identities, and contrast screening before imaging.
Education
A.S. - Radiologic Technology
Canada College
Redwood City, CAA.S. - Human Services & A.A., Sociology
Cabrillo College
Aptos, CASkills
- MRI systems
- MRI safety & screening
- CT imaging
- Patient positioning
- Image optimization
- Radiation safety
- Contrast & venipuncture
- Imaging services
- Trauma & acute care
- Implant/device considerations
- Siemens Syngo
- Patient communication
Personal Information
Title: MRI TECHNOLOGIST
Certification
ARRT — Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR), April 2022, ARRT — Computed Tomography (CT), April 2022, ARRT — Radiography (R), July 2017, California State Diagnostic Radiologic Technology License, California State Fluoroscopy License, California State Mammography License, California Venipuncture Certification, BLS / CPR for Healthcare Providers
INTERNATIONAL RADIOLOGY VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Title: MRI TECHNOLOGIST
Timeline
MRI Technologist
UCSF
07.2025 - Current
MRI/CT Technologist
Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital
11.2022 - 07.2025
MRI/CT Technologist
Shared Imaging — Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco
06.2022 - 04.2023
Radiologic / CT / MRI Technologist
Sequoia Hospital, Dignity Health
10.2017 - 01.2025
A.S. - Radiologic Technology
Canada College
A.S. - Human Services & A.A., Sociology
Cabrillo College