Sierra Salazar
Valencia,CA
Summary
Certified Radiologic Technologist in search of an MRI Technologist position in UCLA Health's Magnetic Resonance Imaging department. Committed to providing an excellent patient experience by applying knowledge of human anatomy and MRI safety. Experienced in adapting to new environments and technology while retaining new information.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MRI Technologist
UCLA Health
Santa Monica, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Prioritized maintaining a safe MRI environment through proper patient and implant screenings.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve patient experience.
- Reduced scan time while ensuring high image quality with strong technical knowledge of MRI parameters and utilizing optimal patient positioning.
- Performed diverse specialized MRI protocols, including MRI-guided biopsies, adjusted to individual patient conditions and diagnostic needs.
Radiology Intern
Various Clinical Sites
Los Angeles, CA
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Completed imaging in multiple modalities such as X-ray, MRI, CT, and IR to obtain accurate diagnoses.
- Reduced patient anxiety and increased patient comfort by addressing concerns and providing clear explanations of procedures.
- Improved department efficiency by assisting with patient education and dressing, room turnover, and proper set up for each exam.
- Applied knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy to ensure proper diagnostic image quality for an accurate patient diagnosis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Sciences
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA12.2023
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts With Emphasis On Math And Science
College of The Canyons
Santa Clarita, CA05.2020
Certification
- ARRT General Radiography (January 2024 through January 2027)
- BLS / CPR (exp July 2027)
- CRT (exp February 2028)
- Fluoroscopy (exp February 2028)
- Venipuncture (obtained 2023)
MRI Scanners
Operation experience on the following scanners:
- Siemens ( Sola , Skyra , Verio , Vita )
- Philips ( Ingenia )
- GE ( Optima )
References
Fernando Sarabia
Lead MRI Technologist | UCLA Santa Monica
fernandosarabia76@gmail.com
323-595-7155
Donovan Mendez
MRI Technologist | Children's Hospital Los Angeles
mendezd393@gmail.com
909-450-3828
Timeline
MRI Technologist
UCLA Health
04.2024 - Current
Radiology Intern
Various Clinical Sites
08.2021 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Sciences
California State University, Northridge
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts With Emphasis On Math And Science
College of The Canyons