JOANNA TALOTTA B. SC, MRT (R)
MEET JOANNA TALOTTA
B. SC, MRT (R)
Welcome to my ePortfolio!
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The purpose of this website is to introduce you to what I do as a Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT)
and my role in the healthcare system. During your visit here, you'll get a better understanding of who I am, what an MRT does, as well as learn about the profession, values, and ethics MRTs uphold.
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MY BIO
Who I Am
Hi Everyone!
My name is Joanna and I live in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. I am part of the leadership team in the diagnostic imaging department of an acute care hospital. I am the Manager of the Medical Imaging Department, overseeing the clinical operations of the CT, MRI, and Interventional Radiology modalities. I have also taught CT Imaging Theory and Practice to Medical Radiation Technology students as an Associate Professor. I've been working in healthcare for 15 years now, first as an x-ray Technologist, later becoming a CT Technologist, and then expanding my skills in teaching and leadership roles.
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I am a practicing Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT, R), and am a member of the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario ( ).
I am passionate about providing the best care possible to patients arriving for medical imaging procedures, while ensuring they are in a safe and judgement free space.
EDUCATION
Where I've Studied
Diploma, MOHAWK COLLEGE
2022 - Present
ATHABASCA UNIVERSITY
Currently taking cources towards a Masters Degree in Health Studies at Athabasca University.
2004 - 2008
Bachelor of Science, MCMASTER UNIVERSITY
Graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree at McMaster University located in Hamilton, Ontario
2004-2008
Graduated with a Diploma in Medical Radiation Science at Mohawk College located in Hamilton, Ontario.
EXPERIENCE
What I’ve Done
April 2023 - Present
December 2021 - April 2023
MEDICAL IMAGING MANAGER, NORTH YORK GENERAL HOSPITAL
INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY OPERATIONAL LEAD, TORONTO WESTERN HOSPITAL
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Leading and developing a team of 49 MRTs focused on delivering excellent and safe patient care.
- Collaborating with a team of 8 Radiologists, Fellows, and Residents in fields ranging from Neurointerventional Radiology to Vascular Interventional Radiology
- Overseeing operations in all aspects of Interventional Radiology such as departmental workflows, product management, and financial and human resource management
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Responsible for the clinical operations in scheduling, CT, MRI, and Interventional Radiology
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Leading a team of Medical Radiation Technologists, Registered Nurses, Team Attendants, and Booking Clerks
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Responsible for the modality operations, optimizing utilization of imaging equipment, as well as the financial and human management of the various modalities
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September 2015 - December 2021
SUPERVISOR OF CT AND GENERAL RADIOGRAPHY, TORONTO WESTERN HOSPITAL
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Leading and developing a team of 49 MRTs focused on delivering excellent and safe patient care.
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Overseeing all aspects of modality operations including quality management, staff productivity, financial and human resource management in order to ensure effective and efficient operations
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Implemented cost optimization initiatives to reduce overtime, increase use of casual technologists, and manage absenteeism
January - April 2017
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, THE MICHENER INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION AT UHN
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Associate Professor for the Integrated CT Imaging Theory & Practice II Winter Semester
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Conducted practical labs with 2nd year Medical Radiation Technology students which focused on pathology, positioning, and patient centered care
2008 - 2015
MEDICAL RADIATION TECHNOLOGIST, UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
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Medical Radiation Technologist performing General Radiography and Level 3 CT clinical and research procedures
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Acquired skills to adapt to various scenarios such as Emergency Room (mostly neuro trauma), Fracture clinic, Operating Room, and Medical Intensive Care Unit,
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Some imaging specialties I have been trained in are 3D Reconstructions and acute stroke perfusion studies
