Heather Saxton
Cohocton,NY
Summary
Driven Imaging Manager with expertise in patient care coordination, quality assurance protocols, and staff training. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and elevate patient satisfaction.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Imaging Manager
UR St James Hospital
Hornell, NY
03.2026 - Current
- Directed imaging department operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies.
- Implemented quality assurance protocols, enhancing patient safety and diagnostic accuracy across imaging services.
- Collaborated with medical staff to optimize workflow, improving patient throughput and satisfaction rates.
- Mentor junior radiology staff, fostering professional development and maintaining high performance standards.
Lead CT Technologist
UR St James Hospital
Hornell, NY
07.2021 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of CT imaging department, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Mentor junior technologists on best practices and advanced imaging techniques.
- Developed and implemented workflow improvements to enhance patient throughput and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with radiologists to optimize imaging protocols for diverse clinical needs.
CT Technologist
St James Hospital
Hornell, NY
07.2009 - Current
- Operated advanced CT imaging equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
- Collaborated with radiologists to ensure accurate interpretation of scans and timely reporting.
- Maintained compliance with safety protocols and radiation protection standards during procedures.
- Trained and mentored junior technologists on best practices in patient care and equipment use.
X-Ray Technologist
St James Hospital
Hornell, NY
07.2008 - Current
- Performed X-ray examinations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and patient comfort.
- Operated radiographic equipment, maintaining accuracy in imaging techniques and procedures.
- Collaborated with medical staff to interpret radiographic images for accurate diagnostics.
- Mentored junior technologists, enhancing departmental efficiency and knowledge sharing.
Education
Radiologic Science
St James School of Radiologic Technology
Hornell07-2008
High School Diploma -
Canisteo-Greenwood Central School
Canisteo, NY06-2006
Skills
- Critical thinking capacity
- HIPAA compliance
- Staff training and development
- Patient care coordination
- Quality assurance protocols
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Clinical decision support
- Workflow optimization techniques
- Diagnostic imaging operations
- Patient care
- Staff management
- Staff scheduling
- Radiation safety
- Protocol management
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Imaging Manager
UR St James Hospital
03.2026 - Current
Lead CT Technologist
UR St James Hospital
07.2021 - Current
CT Technologist
St James Hospital
07.2009 - Current
X-Ray Technologist
St James Hospital
07.2008 - Current
Radiologic Science
St James School of Radiologic Technology
High School Diploma -
Canisteo-Greenwood Central School