Wazola Kapella
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Chief PET/CT
UCLA Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
- Responsible for daily operations in PET including staff training and scheduling, oversee team of 15 technologists, coordinate staffing and patient scheduling and care across 4 clinics, implement protocols, policies, and procedures, coordinate with research teams and physicians, develop and assist in implementation of research protocols and requisitions, acquisition, training, and onboarding of new staff, report to Nuclear Medicine Chief Technologist.
Authorized Glucometer Trainer
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Responsible for technologists Glucometer yearly training, education, and certification in Nuclear Medicine
- Coordinate Glucometer issues with Point of Care.
- Oversaw administration of online learning platforms, ensuring seamless user experiences for trainees at all levels.
- Implemented diverse instructional methods, optimizing trainee engagement.
Research Liaison
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Review research protocols for implementation, design procedures for clinical use, train and educate staff on research procedures.
- Responded to inquiries from internal personnel and outside clients immediately, facilitating quick resolution of issues.
- Developed and implemented strategies to streamline communication between internal and external stakeholders.
- Developed and implemented liaison initiatives to facilitate communication between departments and stakeholders.
Student Coordinator
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Oversee onboarding process and development of students from affiliate Universities assigned to Cedars Sinai.
- Created safe, multicultural environment welcoming to all individuals and groups.
- Increased student retention rates by implementing proactive outreach efforts and personalized interventions.
- Improved communication between students and faculty through efficient scheduling and facilitation of meetings.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
Interim Team Lead/Coordinator
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
09.2014 - 08.2022
- Met with the Associate Director for a daily morning huddle, managed a team of 4-6 technologists in Clinical Nuclear Medicine, allocated resources (staff, exam time length, nursing) to appropriate work areas, scheduled/rescheduled in and outpatients as needed, collaborated with different patient care teams (physicians, nursing, pharmacy, scheduling) to coordinate exams based on patients’ needs, assisted the Technical Manager in the scheduling of different therapeutic procedures (Iiodine 131, Xofigo, Lutathera), maintained an accurate count of department Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) supply during Covid peak
- As the evening Coordinator, assisted the Team Lead with the department daily routine.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to provide updates on team progress, challenges, and proposed solutions.
- Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
Fusion Technologist II
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
09.2014 - 08.2022
- Nuclear Medicine/Computed Tomography dual licenses, with focus on Positron Emission Tomography, Clinical Coordinator/Interim Lead Technologist.
Lecturer
California State University Northridge
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Lecturer for the California State University Northridge Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences program HSCI484A PET Fusion Imaging class, Clinical Imaging Techniques 1 and 2.
Imaging Safety Ambassador
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
08.2015 - 04.2021
- Ensured that Cedars Sinai safety culture and guidelines are practiced in the daily patients and employees’ standard of care, reported near misses, patients fall, misadministration and other safety events to the Imaging Safety Committee, organized Nuclear Medicine’s safety education meetings and yearly safety practices recertification, advocated for the implementation of new safety measures when appropriate, served as the Nuclear Medicine Department’s educational resource during The Joint Commission and other agencies accreditation agencies, responsible for the yearly N95 employees fitting.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Monitored compliance with regulatory requirements, facilitating timely updates to company policies as needed.
Fusion Technologist I
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
08.2007 - 08.2014
- Nuclear Medicine/Radiology Technology dual licenses, with focus on Positron Emission Tomography
Nuclear Medicine Technologist II
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
08.2004 - 08.2007
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication among team members and resolving conflicts professionally.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall effectiveness of nuclear medicine services offered within the facility.
- Managed care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize electric shock, burns and extraneous radiation.
- Contributed to increased department efficiency by maintaining the cleanliness and organization of equipment and workspace.
- Enhanced patient care by performing accurate and efficient diagnostic imaging studies.
- Assisted in the development of new protocols, maximizing scan quality while minimizing radiation exposure for patients.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist I
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
05.1999 - 08.2004
- Practiced safe testing methods by limiting radiation exposure to patients and personnel.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient privacy by adhering to HIPAA regulations throughout all aspects of nuclear medicine procedures and communications.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Developed and implemented improved diagnostic standards for inpatient and outpatient exams in alignment with department goals.
- Improved patient satisfaction with thorough explanations of nuclear medicine procedures and addressing concerns.
- Mentored new technologists, sharing knowledge on best practices for nuclear medicine procedures and techniques.
- Aided in reducing exam wait times by efficiently prioritizing workload based on urgency levels and referring physicians'' requests.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Performed technical procedures by applying radiopharmaceuticals to detect pathology.
Radiology Technologist
UCLA Medical Center
08.2001 - 08.2003
- Used radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations, ensured safety and education of operating room personnel, and assisted with radiology staff assignments in the surgery department.
Education
Master of Art - Organizational Management/Public Administration
University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, AZ01.2022
Bachelor of Art - Political Science
Ashford University
San Diego, CA01.2011
Certificate of Completion - Nuclear Medicine
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science
Los Angeles, CA01.2003
Associate of Science/Certificate of Completion - General Education, Radiology Technology
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA01.2001
Skills
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Excellent communication skills
- Self-starter/motivated
- Excellent leadership skills
- Problem-Solving
- Relationship Building
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Task Prioritization
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Analytical Thinking
- Team Management
Affiliations
- American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT)
- American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)
- Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI)
Certification
Radiology Technology
Fluoroscopy
Computed Tomography
Nuclear Medicine
CPR Basic Life Support
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Lingala
Native or Bilingual
Kikongo
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Associate Chief PET/CT
UCLA Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
Authorized Glucometer Trainer
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
01.2022 - 08.2022
Research Liaison
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
01.2022 - 08.2022
Student Coordinator
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
08.2021 - 08.2022
Lecturer
California State University Northridge
08.2020 - 08.2021
Imaging Safety Ambassador
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
08.2015 - 04.2021
Interim Team Lead/Coordinator
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
09.2014 - 08.2022
Fusion Technologist II
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
09.2014 - 08.2022
Fusion Technologist I
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
08.2007 - 08.2014
Nuclear Medicine Technologist II
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
08.2004 - 08.2007
Radiology Technologist
UCLA Medical Center
08.2001 - 08.2003
Nuclear Medicine Technologist I
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
05.1999 - 08.2004
Master of Art - Organizational Management/Public Administration
University of Arizona Global Campus
Bachelor of Art - Political Science
Ashford University
Certificate of Completion - Nuclear Medicine
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science
Associate of Science/Certificate of Completion - General Education, Radiology Technology
Pasadena City College
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