Lilly Polos
Corona
Summary
Radiologic Technologist with broad experience at RadNet, specializing in advanced imaging techniques and patient safety. Proven competence in fluoroscopic procedures and contrast media administration, resulting in high-quality diagnostic images. Bilingual in Spanish, facilitating effective communication with diverse patient populations to improve care and satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
RadNet
Corona
10.2024 - Current
- Performed radiologic examinations in a fast-paced environment, with walk-in patients, as well as appointment-based patients.
- Reviewed medical histories and prepared patients for exams by positioning them appropriately on the exam table.
- Positioned patients properly for scans and procedures, calmly giving instructions on when to stay still to optimize scans.
- Documented examination results accurately in patient records for future reference by healthcare providers.
- Administered contrast materials under the direction of a physician for enhanced imaging.
- Performed fluoroscopic examinations such as, UGI's, Esophagrams, HSG's, Barium Enemas, Small Bowel Follow through, and Arthrograms.
- Prepared sterile trays containing instruments necessary for special procedures like arthrograms.
Radiologic Technologist Intern
Foothill Regional Medical Center
Anaheim
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Company Overview: Anaheim, CA
- Performed and demonstrated competency with general radiographic and portable radiography exams.
- Reviewed physicians orders to assess patients' medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture diagnostic images for fluoroscopy, x-ray, orthopedic and CT/CAT scans.
- Learned expected diagnostic imaging protocols and was able to successfully carry them out with adhering to proper radiographic shielding and protection to patients and employees.
- Provided assistance to physicians and other technologists during complex procedures such in the OR.
- Prepared contrast material, radiopharmaceuticals, and anesthetic drugs under direction of radiologists.
- Anaheim, CA
Radiologic Technologist Intern
United Medical Imaging
Huntington Beach
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Company Overview: Huntington Beach
- Worked in a high-volume imaging center and obtained excellent quality images in a timely manner
- Operated bone density scans using the horizontal DEXA system
- Assisted with various fluoroscopy exams
- Huntington Beach
Patient Care Assistant
Loma Linda Medical Center
Loma Linda
08.2014 - 09.2021
- Company Overview: Loma Linda, CA
- Worked as a floater with both adult and pediatric patients in various departments such as ER, ICU, Telemetry, MedSurg, Rehab, Oncology, Antepartum, Postpartum, Behavioral health, medical clinic, and Dialysis center.
- Performed and recorded in patient’s charts, basic nursing care procedures such as taking VS, collecting specimens, emptying foley catheters, colostomy bags, and assisted with simple dressings, suctioning, and OR preps.
- Responsible for patient safety and managed challenging behaviors by collaborating with staff members to provide a positive outcome.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiology
American Career College
Anaheim, CA07.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant Training -
Riverside
Riverside07.2013
Skills
- Radiologic imaging
- Patient/Radiation safety
- Adult and Pediatric imaging
- Fluoroscopic procedures
- Contrast media administration
- Bilingual Spanish
- Infection Control Standards
- Medical Terminology
- DEXA training
- Diagnostic Exam Assistance
- CT training
- Documentation and Reporting
- Critical thinking
- Patient data collection
Certification
- ARRT certification, 09/01/24
- CRT Certification 10/31/2024
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/ BLS, 01/01/24
- Venipuncture certification, 08/01/22
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
RadNet
10.2024 - Current
Radiologic Technologist Intern
Foothill Regional Medical Center
03.2022 - 12.2022
Radiologic Technologist Intern
United Medical Imaging
08.2021 - 03.2022
Patient Care Assistant
Loma Linda Medical Center
08.2014 - 09.2021
Associate of Science - Radiology
American Career College
Certified Nursing Assistant Training -
Riverside
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