AMADOR PADILLA III
LUBBOCK,TX
Summary
Proactive professional skilled in adapting to new challenges and environments. Proven problem-solving abilities with a track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and colleagues. Focused on driving team success and achieving positive outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Ancillary Services- Radiology
Lynn County Hospital District
Tahoka, TX
08.2018 - Current
- Achieved project objectives and deadlines through close collaboration with team members.
- Prioritized tasks to efficiently meet service goals.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, and mentored staff to enhance team performance.
- Developed marketing plans to expand radiology services' reach.
- Collaborated with hospital administrators to ensure effective resource allocation for radiology services.
- Managed transitions in integrated health care delivery and technological innovations while prioritizing quality of care.
- Prepared annual budgets and monitored financial performance against established goals.
Lead Radiologic Technologist
ER Centers of America
04.2013 - 08.2018
- Maintained high-quality imaging standards by regularly calibrating and performing quality control checks on all radiology equipment.
- Served as a liaison between radiology department and hospital administration, advocating for resources and support to enhance patient care services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, contributing valuable insights for comprehensive patient care plans.
- Increased departmental productivity by providing ongoing training and mentorship to junior radiologic technologists.
- Assisted in diagnosis of disease and injury through radiologic examinations.
- Communicated test results to physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Prepared and mixed contrast agents for enhanced imaging.
CT Technologist
Covenant Levelland Hospital
06.2011 - 04.2013
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of CT scan procedures and addressing concerns.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
- Promoted departmental efficiency through excellent time management skills when handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Performed high quality radiologic, CT and fluoroscopy exams on incoming patients.
- Collaborated with radiologists to optimize image quality, leading to improved diagnostic accuracy.
- Optimized scanning parameters based on individualized patient factors such as size, age, pathology, or medical history.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate care and effective communication throughout the imaging process.
Radiologic Technologist
UMC Hospital
05.2010 - 06.2011
- Enhanced patient experience with compassionate communication and meticulous attention to detail during examinations.
- Assisted in training new Radiologic Technologists on department policies, procedures, equipment usage, and best practices for patient care.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Cultivated a positive team atmosphere by sharing knowledge, offering assistance, and fostering collaboration among colleagues.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Optimized digital imaging storage solutions, enhancing accessibility for medical staff and facilitating better patient care.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
Lead Pharmacy Technician
Covenant Medical Center
03.2005 - 06.2010
- Helped maintain a clean and organized workspace for optimal efficiency during high-volume periods.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Promoted teamwork among pharmacy staff, fostering a collaborative environment for improved productivity.
- Helped pharmacist clear problematic prescriptions and address customer questions to keep pharmacy efficient.
- Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
- Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
- Maintained compliance with all federal and state regulations related to pharmaceutical operations, ensuring accurate record-keeping and documentation practices.
- Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Provided excellent customer service at the point-of-sale counter, efficiently managing transactions while addressing patient inquiries.
- Assisted in conducting periodic audits to ensure adherence to established policies, reporting discrepancies for corrective action.
Education
Master of Science - Healthcare Administration
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Sciences
Pima Medical Institute
Tucson, AZ08-2023
Skills
- Project management and strategic planning
- Regulatory compliance and policy enforcement
- Financial analysis and quality assurance
- Patient care and staff training
- Staff recruitment
Certification
The Radiology Administration Certification Commission
- Certified Radiology Administrator
References
Dr. Melanie Richburg, CEO
Lynn County Health Care System
Phone number: 806-998-4533
Anthony Brocato
CFO for Lynn County Healthcare System 2019-2025
1-205-499-8438
Jill Stone- Human Resources
Lynn County Healthcare System
1-806-998-4533
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Ancillary Services- Radiology
Lynn County Hospital District
08.2018 - Current
Lead Radiologic Technologist
ER Centers of America
04.2013 - 08.2018
CT Technologist
Covenant Levelland Hospital
06.2011 - 04.2013
Radiologic Technologist
UMC Hospital
05.2010 - 06.2011
Lead Pharmacy Technician
Covenant Medical Center
03.2005 - 06.2010
Master of Science - Healthcare Administration
Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Sciences
Pima Medical Institute
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