Paola Alcala
Palmdale
Summary
Experienced with radiologic imaging procedures, patient positioning, and safety protocols. Utilizes knowledge of radiographic equipment to produce clear diagnostic images while ensuring patient comfort. Strong understanding of anatomy and pathology to assist in accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
7-eleven
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
Student Intern
Cedars Sinai
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Enhanced image quality by selecting appropriate technical factors based on patient size, age, and clinical indications.
- Acquired hands-on experience in performing specialized radiographic exams like arthrograms and hysterosalpingograms, among others.
- Increased department efficiency by maintaining organized workstations and promptly processing images for interpretation.
- Assisted radiologists in performing fluoroscopic examinations, ensuring proper positioning and technique for optimal imaging results.
- Improved patient comfort by providing clear explanations and answering questions before and during radiological procedures.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry advancements and trends to stay current with best practices in radiologic technology.
- Provided compassionate care to diverse populations including pediatric patients, elderly individuals, pregnant women, among others.
- Ensured patient confidentiality by following HIPAA guidelines when handling sensitive medical information and records.
- Maintained patient safety by adhering to radiation protection guidelines and implementing ALARA principles.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Enhanced surgical outcomes by providing real-time diagnostic imaging during procedures.
Education
Radiologic Technology -
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA06.2025
Skills
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
Certification
BLS Certification
Timeline
Sales Associate
7-eleven
01.2024 - 06.2025
Student Intern
Cedars Sinai
08.2023 - 06.2025
Radiologic Technology -
Pasadena City College
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