Elias Munoz

Detail-oriented x ray technician with experience in performing diagnostic imaging procedures proficient in utilizing advanced radiologic equipment while ensuring patient comfort and safety. Committed to delivering precise imaging results that aid in accurate medical assessments and treatment plans. Seeking new opportunities that will enable me to expand my practical experience while providing quality health care to patients.

Radiology Technician & assistant at PIH Health Whittier (2000-01 – Present)

• Implemented radiation safety measures, including lead shielding and proper exposure image clarity.
• Educated patients about procedures, alleviating anxiety and promoting cooperation during exams.
• Provide quality care to patients, communicates clearly and concisely in both oral and written form.
• Helped maintain radiologic equipment and auxillary devices, contributing to a 5% reduction in equipment failures.
• Documented patient x-ray exams meticulously, facilitating effective communication among healthcare providers.
• Performs receiving, storage, and data entry of IV contrast and materials received from suppliers.
• Participated in emergency care scenarios, providing rapid and accurate imaging support under pressure.
• Collaborated with code blue and code stroke team to ensure patient readiness.
• Set up and adjusted imaging equipment for optimal performance, ensuring safety and compliance with protocols.
• Recognized critical patient conditions through thorough medical history assessments.
• Actively engaged in team meetings to discuss advancements in radiologic technology and share best practices.
• Provide quality care to patients while assisting radiology technologist in diagnostic procedures, CAT scan, MRI, Ultrasound, Special procedures, Cath lab and Nuclear Medicine in a 450 bed facility.

Radiologic Technician Intern at U.S. Healthworks Medical Group (2008-11 – 2009-08)

• Assisted doctors with vital signs, physicals, clean wounds, sutures, vision, suture removals and audio tests.
• Experience in EKG testing.
• Perform chest, extremities, radiographic, torso, skeletal exams.
• Provided TB injections and IM vitamin injections.

Radiologic Technician Intern at Olympia Medical Center Hosital (2011-11 – 2012-08)

• Helped maintained radiologic equipment and auxillary devices.
• Aided in over 300 successful patient exams by preparing equipment and ensuring strict compliance with safety standards.
• Facilitated patient education sessions on imaging processes.
• Implemented radiation safety measures, including lead shielding and proper exposure techniques.

X-Ray Technician/MA in X-Ray Technician/MA – Kaplan College (2009)

General Education in General Education – Mt. San Antonio College (2004 – 2008)

General Education in General Education – Long Beach City College (2007 – 2008)

General Education in General Education – Bell High School (1999)