Meet Our Team

Julie McCaughtry, BS, RT(R)(CT)

Program Chair Radiography

I have been with Valencia since 1990 when the program converted from a certificate program to an A.S. Degree program. I am credentialed in radiography and have been working in the imaging profession since 1970.  As an example of life long learning, I am a graduate of Halifax Medical Center’s Radiography Program, Daytona Beach Community College and University of Central Florida.  I have experienced working in both large and small hospitals, and imaging and orthopedic outpatient centers, but the majority of my career has been devoted to education.  I have been a Radiography Program Director for 27 years.  One of my joys in life is being part of the process that educates students to achieve their goals of becoming excellent radiographers.

My husband and I live in Lake Helen, Florida, in an 1892 Victorian home.  We enjoy antiques, travel, and reading.  We have 4 beautiful, accomplished daughters, 2 adorable grandchildren, and not to be forgotten, the family Cairn terrier, “Dingo”.

Beverly Bond, M.Ed, RT(R)

Clinical Coordinator, Radiography

I have been working at Valencia since 2001. Prior to Valencia I taught at UCF for eight years in the radiography program.  I have been in the radiography field since 1992 and am currently still a pool employee of St. Cloud Regional Hospital.

I live in St. Cloud and enjoy country living with my husband and two daughters.  We have two cats, one dog, a hamster and many fish.  I enjoy reading, spending time out doors and especially enjoy going to the beach.

Billie Jo Creed, A.S., RT(R) (CT)

Adjunct Clinical Professor

I joined Valencia as Adjunct Faculty in 2007.  My experience prior to Valencia includes graduation from Valencia's Radiography program in 2004. and work at St. Cloud Hospital for the past nine years.

Currently, I am attending UCF for my BS degree in Radiologic Science and am training in MRI technology.

Joan Gibson, RT(R)

Adjunct Clinical Professor

Trina Sloan, RT(R)

Adjunct Didactic and Clinical Professor

A.S. degree, Radiography, A.R.R.T Certified RT (R). Currently seeking certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

I am a graduate from Valencia Community College in 1996. I am currently working on completing certificate program in Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

I joined Valencia as an adjunct faculty member in August, 1999.  Prior to Valencia, I worked for one year at a Level One trauma center and I am currently employed on a per diem basis at Jewett Orthopedic Clinic as a staff technologist.

On a personal note, I was born and raised in Orlando and I have a beautiful daughter and wonderfully supportive husband. We have a very active Jack Russell Terrier named “Laela” who loves to be outside with us.  I began teaching in Environmental Science and Biology many years ago and Radiography seemed a natural progression. Radiography is a dynamic field and you must be willing to learn and grow as the technology changes.  I truly enjoy being part of the process that helps students obtain their goals as they become life-long learners, seeking to become excellent Radiologic Technologists and beyond.

Victor Bernardi, RT(R)

Adjunct Didactic Clinical Professor

Carlos Eli Lopez, MS, RT (R)(MR)

Adjunct, MRI Professor

I have earned an Associate in Science Degree in Radiography, a Bachelors in Science in Health Services Administration, a Masters of Science in Management and is MRI certified through ARRT.

Before joining Valencia's faculty in 2007, my experience has included positions as a Radiographer and MRI Technologist at Orlando Regional.                                                              

Personally, I come from a loving, grounded, Christian family who have inspired and motivated me to great achievements educationally, but more importantly modeled the importance of what it means to be a positive influence in the lives of others.

Mario A Sotomayor, B.A., RT(R)

Adjunct, CT Professor

Radiologic Technologist, Registered in Radiography, Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.  Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology and Bachelor’s in Health Science with major in Education.            

I joined the Valencia faculty in 2007.  Prior to coming to Valencia, I worked as an MRI & CT Tech for twelve years.  I also served as a faculty professor of radiography program in EDIC College in Puerto Rico.

Personally, I love to be with my family...that make me live.  Also, I love to teach and help others reach their goal of learning.