Daniela Mena
Chicago
Summary
Dedicated Radiologic Technologist with expertise in radiation safety and effective communication. Proven ability to educate patients and collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality imaging services while maintaining strict compliance with protocols.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mammography Technologist
St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital
Chicago
10.2025 - Current
- Educated patients on the mammography process and post-exam instructions.
- Maintained patient records and documentation in compliance with hospital protocols.
- Ensured that all patient data was accurately entered into the system.
- Educated patients on mammogram preparation, positioning, compression and radiation safety measures.
- Reviewed images for technical quality prior to sending them out for interpretation by a Radiologist.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines when handling patient information.
- Provided emotional support to patients throughout their experience at the clinic.
- Operated mammography equipment to perform high-quality imaging procedures.
- Ensured patient comfort and safety during mammography exams.
Radiologic Technologist
St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital
Chicago
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Operated radiographic equipment for diagnostic imaging procedures with precision.
- Assisted in positioning patients to ensure accurate image capture.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of imaging areas to promote efficiency.
- Documented patient information and imaging results with accuracy.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize radiation exposure effectively.
- Educated patients on imaging procedures and set expectations.
- Managed equipment maintenance and reported technical issues promptly.
- Processed digital images using PACS system for efficient storage and retrieval.
- Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating, and emergency rooms.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members such as nurses and physicians to provide excellent patient care services.
- Monitored patient's condition during radiologic procedures in order to maintain comfort level throughout the process.
Education
Radiation Therapy -
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Imaging Technology
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL08-2024
Skills
- Radiation safety
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Emotional support
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Basic Life Support. Expiration: 01/31/2027
- ARRT (R)(M)
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Mammography Technologist
St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital
10.2025 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital
09.2024 - 08.2025
Radiation Therapy -
College of DuPage
Bachelor of Science - Imaging Technology
Lewis University