Christie Castro RT (R)(M)
Maricopa,AZ
Summary
Dynamic Mammography Director at SimonMed Imaging with a proven track record in enhancing patient care and driving strategic growth. Expert in diagnostic imaging and effective communication, I successfully restructured underperforming clinics and secured key partnerships, achieving significant improvements in productivity and compliance. Passionate about educating women on breast care and optimizing patient experiences.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mammography Director
SimonMed Imaging
08.2022 - Current
- Navigated breast imaging team through periods of significant change, maintaining focus on long-term strategic goals.
- Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company's overall growth strategy and recruitment.
- Leveraged data analytics insights for informed decision-making in critical areas such as budgeting and employee productivity.
- Achieved remarkable turnaround of underperforming clinics through strategic leadership and restructuring.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA and general liability.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing state-of-the-art radiology equipment.
Mammographer/Lead for Quality Control
SimonMed Imaging
12.2016 - 08.2022
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture and produce diagnostic images.
- Mentored new hires and taught proper procedures.
- Conducted inspections and tests in adherence with regulations and desired specifications.
Mammographer/ X-ray technologist
Montclair Radiology
02.2012 - 08.2016
- Experience with GE digital mammography and Hologic 3D mammography.
- Produced high quality images for screening and diagnostic mammograms.
- Assisted in stereotactic core biopsies.
- Performed daily QC on mammography units and bone densitometry.
- Prepared and positioned patients for radiographic and/or DEXA examinations.
- Obtained thorough medical histories on patients, prepared contrast media, and assisted in fluoroscopic examinations.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Radiologic technologist
The Radiology Center of Lyndhurst
09.2011 - 02.2012
- Positioned over 25 patients per day for radiographic images and assisted in fluoroscopic examinations.
- Performed DEXA exams on adults and pediatrics.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, and PPE.
Business Development Manager
BMW Automotive
02.2004 - 06.2008
- Negotiated favorable contracts with lead providers to increase sales.
- Exceeded monthly sales targets consistently by utilizing persuasive sales techniques and building rapport with potential buyers.
- Mentored new sales staff members, guiding them through company procedures and product knowledge training.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key clients to ensure repeat business and referrals.
- Optimized dealership''s online presence by updating website content regularly, ensuring accurate vehicle listings with attractive photos and descriptions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiography
Passaic County Community College
1 College Blvd, Paterson, NJ2011
Skills
- Relationship building
- Employee development
- Team management
- Hiring and retention
- Partnerships and alliances
- Conflict resolution
- Visionary leadership
- Diagnostic imaging
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient care coordination
Certification
A.R.R.T. certified in Mammography since November 2013
Licensed in New jersey and Arizona
Additional Information
Completion of Hologic affirm biopsy training September 25, 2015
Completion of MRI course hosted by County College of Morris and Passaic Community College May 14, 2015
Completion of cross sectional anatomy through County College of Morris and Passaic Community College April 17, 2015
Completion of clinical applications training in Hologic Selenia digital breast tomosynthesis August 15, 2013
Timeline
Mammography Director
SimonMed Imaging
08.2022 - Current
Mammographer/Lead for Quality Control
SimonMed Imaging
12.2016 - 08.2022
Mammographer/ X-ray technologist
Montclair Radiology
02.2012 - 08.2016
Radiologic technologist
The Radiology Center of Lyndhurst
09.2011 - 02.2012
Business Development Manager
BMW Automotive
02.2004 - 06.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Radiography
Passaic County Community College
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