Christine Angstadt
Vero Beach,FL
Summary
Proficient in handling department schedules, documentation and reporting requirements. Excellent trainer and mentor with extensive experience in hospital procedures, department protocols and every type of scan, study or assessment performed by the radiology department.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiology Supervisor
HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital
Port Saint Lucie, FL
11.2015 - Current
- Adhered to compliance requirements and held all team members to same standards.
- Completed employee evaluations 30 day, 60 day, 90 day, annual, and implemented necessary improvement plans including disciplinary actions for staff.
- Maintained Press Ganey scores over 78%
- Assisted in scheduling for entire Radiology department, main concentration was X-ray, Cat Scan and freestanding ER.
- Maintain and approve all Kronos/ Payroll requests.
- Adjust staffing volumes based on daily and monthly units of service.
- Directed and motivated team of 50 plus professionals to deliver cost-effective and high-quality patient care.
- Assisted with recruitment by interviewing potential staff, recommending top candidates and helping with onboarding procedures.
- Provided training and coaching to less experienced radiology team members as well as clinical instructor for 2 different Radiology programs.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- 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.
- Operated equipment to produce quality images of specific body parts.
- Used radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to maintain safety of patients and staff.
- Initiated protocols to protect patients and personnel against radiation during procedures.
- Participated in Radiation Rights and Safety group Quarterly
- Annually coordinated Lead Apron integrity check for entire hospital with Radiation Physicist.
- Checked imaging equipment after every use to verify proper functioning, also performed weekly QA and QC.
- Assisted in developing and updating policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, state and federal guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Introduced and implemented Coolief Pain Management procedures and MR Fusion Prostate Biopsies to generate new revenue for department.
- Assisted with Cat Scan stroke alert reports and attended stroke alert meetings.
- Utilized Lawson and E procurement for ordering of department supplies
- Superuser for CONNECT and GE PACS
Radiologic Technologist
Grand View Hospital
Sellersville, PA
03.1999 - 10.2015
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- 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, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Served as informational resource for patients and families by educating about imaging processes and addressing questions and concerns.
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Adhered closely to quality control standards in developing and labeling of diagnostic imaging materials.
- Developed and delivered training programs for students and technologists to educate on best practices for equipment operation, image processing and patient care.
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Operated mobile x-ray equipment to obtain imagery in emergency situations in ER, OR and ICU.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FLAssociate of Science - Radiography
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PASkills
- Employee evaluations
- Employee training
- Scheduling proficiency
- Payroll support
- Policy writing
- JCERT accreditation
- EMR / EHR
- Diagnostic imaging
- Radiopharmaceutical administration
- Equipment Maintenance
- Treatment protocols
Accomplishments
- Best Clinical Instructor Award on multiple times from Keiser University
- Member of Advisory Board at Keiser University 11/2015- present
Certification
- ARRT(R) - 5/2003-current
- FL DEP Radiography License 10/2013-current
- BLS Certification current
Additional Information
Technical: Proficient in Kronos, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Words, GE PACS, Meditech, Plus, SMART
Timeline
Radiology Supervisor
HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital
11.2015 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Grand View Hospital
03.1999 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Keiser University
Associate of Science - Radiography
Northampton Community College