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Crystal Heiser

Lancaster,Pa

Summary

Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience at Penn Medicine-Lancaster General Health, excelling in staff training and process improvement. Proven ability to enhance patient coordination and implement innovative solutions, leveraging strong communication and leadership skills to drive team success and optimize workflow efficiency in fast-paced environments.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Referral Coordinator

CART team
03.2024 - Current
  • Authorizations/referrals

Phlebotomy Technologist and Customer Service Specialist

PM-LGH
02.2023 - 03.2024
  • Collaborated with other technologists in order to develop innovative solutions for customer needs.
  • Leveraged outstanding communication, interpersonal and people skills to work well with clients.

Diagnostic Mammography/Breast Sonography Technologist – Trainer

Penn Medicine-Lancaster General Health
11.2016 - 02.2023
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to implement technology solutions enhancing patient care.
  • Trained staff on new systems to optimize workflow and service delivery.
  • Supported troubleshooting efforts for technical issues impacting healthcare operations.
  • Developed user manuals and training materials for various technological applications.
  • Identified training needs in collaboration with department leaders to align goals.
  • Implemented evaluation methods assessing training effectiveness and participant feedback.
  • Provided coaching for new trainers, enhancing teaching techniques and methodologies.
  • Conducted onboarding sessions to familiarize new staff with company policies.

Mammography/Diagnostic Technologist Staff Technologist

Pinnacle Health System
05.2014 - 11.2016
  • Collaborated with clinical teams to enhance workflow efficiency and data management.
  • Collaborated with other technologists in order to develop innovative solutions for customer needs.
  • Leveraged outstanding communication, interpersonal and people skills to work well with clients.

Interventional Radiology Technologist - Facilitator, Clinical Instructor

Tower Health-The Reading Health System
07.2005 - 05.2014
  • Operated imaging equipment for diagnostic and interventional procedures.
  • Collaborated with physicians to enhance patient care during interventions.
  • Educated patients on procedures, ensuring comfort and emotional support.
  • Assisted radiologists in complex interventional procedures, including angiography and biopsies.
  • Maintained inventory of supplies, ensuring availability for procedures.
  • Implemented training programs to boost knowledge in radiologic technology among staff.
  • Adhered to infection control protocols throughout interventional radiology practices.
  • Oversaw scheduling and maintenance of department operations for efficiency.

Education

Master of Healthcare - Administration program

Saint Joseph’s University-Lancaster
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Medical Imaging with emphasis in Education

Bloomsburg University
02.2002

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Team collaboration
  • Process improvement
  • Staff training
  • Patient coordination
  • Insurance verification
  • Insurance precertification processes
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Strong Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Organized

Timeline

Referral Coordinator

CART team
03.2024 - Current

Phlebotomy Technologist and Customer Service Specialist

PM-LGH
02.2023 - 03.2024

Diagnostic Mammography/Breast Sonography Technologist – Trainer

Penn Medicine-Lancaster General Health
11.2016 - 02.2023

Mammography/Diagnostic Technologist Staff Technologist

Pinnacle Health System
05.2014 - 11.2016

Interventional Radiology Technologist - Facilitator, Clinical Instructor

Tower Health-The Reading Health System
07.2005 - 05.2014

Master of Healthcare - Administration program

Saint Joseph’s University-Lancaster

Bachelor of Science - Medical Imaging with emphasis in Education

Bloomsburg University