Dori Nicholson, Rt(r)(Ct)
About Dori Nicholson, Rt(r)(Ct)
Dori Nicholson is a CT Technologist at Scripps Health in the Greater San Diego Area with extensive experience in radiologic technology.
Title and Current Role
Dori Nicholson, Rt(r)(Ct), serves as a CT Technologist at Scripps Health, located in the Greater San Diego Area. In this role, she is responsible for operating advanced CT scanners, including GE Revolution, GE Discovery, Siemens Flash, and Siemens Somatom models. She is also proficient in managing patient protocols and handling complex imaging scenarios in trauma, emergency, and outpatient settings.
Previous Positions in Radiologic Technology
Before her tenure at Scripps Health, Dori Nicholson held multiple key roles in the field of radiologic technology. She worked as a Radiologic Technologist at Sharp HealthCare in the Greater San Diego Area from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, she served as the Lead Radiologic Technologist at Mercy San Juan Medical Center in Sacramento, California, from 2006 to 2008. These positions helped her gain experience across various imaging modalities and healthcare environments.
Educational Background in Radiologic Technology
Dori Nicholson pursued her studies at Pima Medical Institute-Chula Vista, where she specialized in Radiologic Technology/Science – Radiographer. She earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) degree between 2003 and 2005. This education laid the foundation for her expertise in diagnostic imaging and patient care within clinical settings.
Experience with Advanced Imaging Systems
Dori Nicholson has extensive hands-on experience with advanced imaging systems, specifically GE Revolution, GE Discovery, Siemens Flash, and Siemens Somatom scanners. She is skilled in operating these technologies for diverse applications, including trauma, emergency, cardiac, stroke, procedural, and outpatient CT centers. Her technical proficiency ensures accurate diagnostic results and efficient patient management.
Skills in Patient Care and Protocol Management
Dori Nicholson excels in patient care and protocol management within the CT department. She is adept at assimilating crucial information regarding patient protocols, positioning, post-processing, injection rates, lab values, and charges. Her capability to work independently, solve problems, and prioritize exams based on patient needs is a significant asset in her current role and previous positions in radiologic technology.