Katrina Paz, B.S., Armrit Email & Phone Number

United States

-Lead MRI Technologist-Serve as a liaison between radiologists and all MRI technologists; implementing protocol procedures and changes, image acquisition improvements, and distribution of relevant information to MRI Technologists at other facilities within the company-Runs MRI exams on GE Signa 1.5T, 0.6T Philips, and Siemens 1.5T magnets-Cooperates with management to establish workable MRI schedules in order to accommodate high volume patient load-Travels regularly to facilities within the company for PTO/sick coverage on varying MRI magnets as needed-Daily coordination with the Front desk to ensure efficient MRI workflow by reviewing MRI exam scheduling for the next day and providing corrections and knowledge as needed-Works independently to screen, prepare and position patients of varying body habitus, physical/mental disabilities and age groups ranging from pediatrics to adolescents to geriatrics.-Performs high volume Neuro, MRA, MSK and Body MRI scans on a daily basisIndependently administers contrast injections (Dotarem) for MRI contrast exams.-Documents patient information and MRI exam images in PACS/RIS in a timely manner-Troubleshoots PACS/RIS and basic IT related issues for other modalities within the facility as needed-Maintenance of QA/QC and ACR logs/certification-Communicates closely with MRI engineers remotely and in person to troubleshoot magnet insufficiencies and malfunctions.-Orders supplies as needed to avoid lapse in proper patient care and comfort-Coordinates with other techs within the facility to maintain professional workflow of patients with multi-modality exams.

-Concord Open MRI MIDC, Concord, CA (Per Diem)MRI Technologist coverage as neededPerforms Neuro, MRA, MSK, Body, and contrast MRI exams for claustrophobic and obese patients on Philips 0.6T MagnetRoutinely optimizes and improves image acquisition and qualityWorks closely with radiologist to implement consistency of MRI protocols-Inview Imaging - Lafayette and Fremont site (Per Diem)MRI Technologist coverage as neededOperates Siemens 1.5T magnet (both sites) for Neuro, MRA, MSK, Body and contrast MRI exams unsupervised-Inview Imaging Open MRI, Oakland, CA (Per Diem)MRI Technologist coverage as neededIndependently scanned on Hitachi Oasis 1.2T Magnet to complete Neuro, MRA, MSK, Body and contrast MRI exams for claustrophobic and obese patients

-MRI TechnologistFull day weekend shift to perform exams on patients with limited weekday availabilityPerforms Neuro, MRA, MSK and Body MRI exams on GE Signa 1.5T magnet unsupervisedEfficiently completes proper documentation of patient history and exam information in PACS/RISWorks independently with one other Front desk coordinatorIndependently troubleshoots magnet with remote assistance as needed

Newark, California, Us

-Imaging Specialist IIIndependently runs Neuro, MRA, MSK and Body MRI exams on Siemens Skyra 1.5T magnetWorks unsupervised short shift on weekends with one Front Desk coordinator to accommodate patients without weekday availabilityProperly records and documents patient history and exam information in Epic RIS system and GE PACS programRoutinely troubleshoots magnet malfunctions/insufficiencies independently and in coordination with Lead Tech of site as needed

MRI Technologist Worked independently on site running Siemens Espree 1.5T magnetWeekly cooperation with Radiologist to perform MRI guided breast biopsiesDaily review of doctors non-routine exam ordersPerformed Oncology specific Neuro, MSK, Body and Breast Imaging MRI contrast exams daily via power injector or butterfly needle injectionTroubleshooting of magnet and equipment to continue scanning throughout the day until service engineer arrived on-siteRegular coordination with scheduling team to correctly schedule examsTravel to sister facilities in San Leandro and Pleasant Hill as needed for coverageMaintenance of QA/QC and ACR logs/certificationOrdered supplies for MRI and MRI Breast Biopsy proceduresTimely and accurate documentation of patient history and exam information in Epic PACS/RIS systemClose monitoring of patient well being and recognizing discomfort/medical problems while taking appropriate action to provide patient comfort.

Holds personal and group surf lessons in Stinson and Bolinas beach teaching ocean safety and basics of surfing.

San Francisco, Ca, Us

I am an Imager/Staff Research Associate for the Center for Imaging of Neurodegenerative Diseases (CIND). Research focus on Alzheimer's disease MRI data - brain scanning and post processing, organization of imaging data acquired from imaging facilities across the country, utilization of in-house programs for analyzing brain data (volumetric analysis)

Working per diem as an ARMRIT certified MRI Technologist - 0.3T Airis II Hitachi Magnet.

Us

Learning and working as a Student Intern as a part of the Gurnick Academy MRI Technology program at least 21 hours a week. Receiving hands on experience with patient screening, positioning, and scanning protocols and procedures.

San Jose, California, Us

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Cognitive Science With Specialization In Neuroscience

Armrit Mri Technologist Certification Program, Mri Technologist