Kara Guan
Victoria,BC
Summary
Highly driven, skilled medical imaging Technologist proficient in industry best practices and compliance guidelines. Bringing over10 years of related experience in general x-ray, CT, mammography and interventional radiology. I demonstrate team building skills, am a valuable member of the healthcare team and strive to maximize department performance. I think patient and staff safety is a high priority and agree continuous improvement is always possible and necessary. I have a passion for improving and organizing areas within my work environment. I currently am an evening charge technologist and relief supervisor in the CT/Angio Department at Victoria General Hospital, sit on the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee, am a GE nuc/CT superuser, siemens mobile scanner superuser, iHealth Champion and have completed my Leadership Skills course through CAMRT.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CT Evening Charge Technologist
Island Health
02.2024 - Current
- Mentored team members to enhance their technical skills and improve overall team productivity.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization by promoting best practices for processes, tools, or technologies.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Coordinates work assignments and monitors workloads for assigned staff, including calling in relief
staff as required..
Medical Radiography Technologist, General X-ray, CT, Mammography and Interventional procedures
Victoria General Hospital
01.2014 - Current
- Assisted in training new technologists, sharing knowledge of best practices and advanced techniques for optimal patient care.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Enhanced patient care by performing high-quality diagnostic imaging procedures in timely manner.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork and open communication among colleagues.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently managing daily workload and prioritizing urgent cases.
Medical Radiography Technologist, General X-ray, CT, Mammography and Interventional procedures
Campbell River Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork and open communication among colleagues.
- Ensured accurate diagnoses by maintaining proper positioning, exposure, and image quality throughout radiographic examinations.
- Supported hospital-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall patient satisfaction scores through participation in interdisciplinary committees and continuous process improvement projects.
- Participated in regular continuing education opportunities, maintaining current knowledge of industry best practices and staying abreast of emerging trends in diagnostic imaging technology.
Supervisor
Landmark Cinemas
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
Education
General Science Studies -
University of British Columbia
Professional Development - Medical Imaging
CAMRT
OnlineDiploma of Technology Medical Radiography -
BCIT
12.2010
Skills
- Effective organizational and supervisory skills
- Problem solve and resolve conflict
- Deal with others effectively
- Work as part of a team, with other staff, and with patients/clients and caregivers/families
- Utilize sound judgment, tact and empathy
- Demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of my profession
- Prioritize and organize work for self and others
- Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to operate related equipment, including a computerized systems and a variety of software applications
Certification
- Registered Technologist of Radiography, 2010
- Specialty Certificate in CT (CTIC), CAMRT, 2012-02-01
- Specialty Certificate in Interventional Radiology (CIR), CAMRT, 2021-07-01
Coursework
- CT Imaging 1
- CT Imaging 2
- CT Imaging 3
- Interventional Radiography 1
- Interventional Radiography 2
- CT colonography supplemental course
- Mammography 1
- Mammography 2
- Breast Pathology
- Breast Cancer supplemental course
- MRI Physics 1
- QSS Medical Imaging Informatics: Introduction to working with PACS and RIS
- Leadership Skills
- Supervisor in the Union workshop with HSA in September 2023
References
- Tyler Lagos, CT Supervisor, Victoria General Hosptial, tyler.lagos@islandhealth.ca
- Dave Campbell, Leader Medical Imaging, Victoria General Hosptial, david.campbell@islandhealth.ca
- Stacy Volk, Leader Medical Imaging, Royal Jubilee Hospital, Stacy.volk@islandhealth.ca
Languages
English
Timeline
CT Evening Charge Technologist
Island Health
02.2024 - Current
Medical Radiography Technologist, General X-ray, CT, Mammography and Interventional procedures
Victoria General Hospital
01.2014 - Current
Medical Radiography Technologist, General X-ray, CT, Mammography and Interventional procedures
Campbell River Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2014
Supervisor
Landmark Cinemas
01.2010 - 01.2012
General Science Studies -
University of British Columbia
Professional Development - Medical Imaging
CAMRT
Diploma of Technology Medical Radiography -
BCIT
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