Abbie Heikel
Etters, PA,PA
Summary
Mammographer with sixteen years of experience specializing in Quality Control and equipment maintenance. Known for strong communication skills, organization, and excellent patient care. Responsible for opening the office, making sure machines are operational, and all rooms are in order. Ensures maintenance and testing is done when necessary. Verify quality imaging is being performed, and do thorough assessments of all documents associated with MQSA inspections. Excels in caring for patients needing extra support and comfort during challenging procedures. Passionate about training new staff and looking for ways to improve current workflows. Always willing to lend a helping hand to my fellow staff member when needed.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Mammographer III
Wellspan
York, PA
06.2022 - Current
Mammographer
UPMC Pinnacle
Harrisburg, PA
06.2016 - 06.2022
Radiologic Technologist/Mammographer
Holy Spirit Hospital
Camp Hill, USA
07.2006 - 06.2016
- Well-rounded radiologic technologist with 21 years of experience
- Capable of working in multiple facilities, with a variety of equipment
- Dedicated to providing excellent care, being a team player, and maintaining a positive attitude
- Strong ability to communicate effectively with patients and other staff members
- Trained in X-ray, mammography, and bone densitometry
- Experience working in a dedicated breast center from 2009 to 2016
- Trained in Quality Control
- Performed needle localizations
- ER, OR, and fluoroscopy experience
- Performed student clinical competencies
Associate of Applied Science: Radiology
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, USA
01.2003 - 01.2006
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA, USA01.2006
Skills
- Experience working in a dedicated breast center from 2009 to 2016
- Proficient in quality control testing
- Trained in screening and diagnostic mammographic exams
- Knowledgeable in machine maintenance and troubleshooting
- Assists with Needle Localizations, Stereotactic breast biopsies, and Contrast Mammography
- Maintains all documents pertaining to MQSA inspections
- Ensures all staff members remain compliant according to guidelines
- Assist with the training of new staff members
- Fill in as Lead tech when current Lead tech and Supervisor are not working
- Held a lead tech position at UPMC for over three years
Community Service
- Helped with Habitat for Humanity during two church retreats.
- Volunteered at Easton Hospital in multiple departments over the course of two summers. Helped prepare meals for the homeless while assisting in Dietary Services.
Credentials And Licenses
- X-Ray boards, 06/01/06
- Mammo boards, 03/01/10
- Compliant with ARRT guidelines
- Up to date CPR Certification
Timeline
Mammographer III
Wellspan
06.2022 - Current
Mammographer
UPMC Pinnacle
06.2016 - 06.2022
Radiologic Technologist/Mammographer
Holy Spirit Hospital
07.2006 - 06.2016
Associate of Applied Science: Radiology
Pennsylvania College of Technology
01.2003 - 01.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
Pennsylvania College of Technology