Mara M Ridane
Santa Clarita
Summary
Results-driven imaging professional with a solid foundation in patient care and radiologic technology. Transitioning from an Assistant Director role to focus on direct patient interaction and hands-on imaging. Demonstrated success in clinical operations and team leadership, ensuring high-quality imaging services.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director, Imaging
Kaiser Permanente
Hollywood
05.2016 - Current
- Oversee imaging operations supporting Glendale, Pasadena, Romaine, Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood, and East Los Angeles medical offices.
- Lead daily workflow for X-ray, DEXA, and Mammography modalities, ensuring high-quality patient care and timely imaging services.
- Previously managed operations for CT and MRI before transitioning to the outpatient sector.
- Collaborate closely with Radiologists, specialty physicians, and the multidisciplinary STROKE team.
- Participated in departmental efforts to achieve Comprehensive Stroke Center designation.
- Perform general X-ray, mammogram and CT to support the department as needed.
Supervisor, Diagnostic Imaging
Glendale Memorial Hospital, Dignity Health
Glendale
05.2015 - 05.2016
- Served as hands-on supervisor across multiple imaging modalities including X-ray, surgical C-arm cases, Fluoroscopy, and CT imaging.
- Assisted in the hospital's STROKE program, supporting rapid imaging workflow and clinical coordination.
- Supported Mammography exams and performed daily QA (quality assurance) and QC (quality control) procedures.
- Provided technical guidance to technologists and ensured consistent adherence to imaging protocols and safety standards.
- Maintained smooth department operations while delivering direct patient care.
Assistant Director, Imaging
Antelope Valley Hospital
Lancaster
10.2010 - 11.2014
- Managed imaging operations across multiple modalities including X-ray, CT, MRI, and mammography.
- Provided hands-on support in exams and procedures as needed.
- Ensured quality assurance and regulatory compliance across all imaging services.
Radiology Technologist
Facey Medical Group
San Fernando Mission and Santa Clarita
01.2006 - 11.2010
- Performing general radiography such as fluoroscopy and x-rays.
- Screening Mammography and Diagnostic Mammography.
- Needle localization and Stereotactic Breast Biopsies.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiology Program
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA05-1996
Skills
- Imaging operations
- Quality assurance
- Radiology technologies
- Imaging modalities
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient care coordination
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Patient education
- Staff development
References
Reference upon request
Certification
ARRT, CRT, Mammography, Fluoroscopy, Venapuncture , BLS, Firecard
Timeline
Assistant Director, Imaging
Kaiser Permanente
05.2016 - Current
Supervisor, Diagnostic Imaging
Glendale Memorial Hospital, Dignity Health
05.2015 - 05.2016
Assistant Director, Imaging
Antelope Valley Hospital
10.2010 - 11.2014
Radiology Technologist
Facey Medical Group
01.2006 - 11.2010
Associate of Science - Radiology Program
Pasadena City College