James Riopel
South Windsor,CT
Summary
Results-driven Radiology Manager bringing 30+ years of progressive experience in field. Proficient in all radiology modalities and protocols, as well as Epic and Meditech systems.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiology Manager
Connecticut Childrens
10.2018 - Current
- Implemented new construction and installation for 3T MRI along with 640 slice CT
- Managed all radiology policies.
- Acquired ACR accreditation for CT and MRI and US.
- Directed and motivated team of 65 professionals to deliver cost-effective and high-quality patient care.
- Consistently maintained high Press Ganey scores
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Upheld high level of service to patients and families, displaying professionalism and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Implemented Radiology services at multiple off-site locations.
Adjunct Professor
University Of Hartford
09.2003 - Current
- Educated students in Radiology Physics and Pathology
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
Radiology Manager
ECHN
11.2001 - 10.2018
- Wrote, implemented and managed all radiology policies.
- Submitted all ACR accreditations for multiple modalities.
- Facilitated orientation for all new hires
- Served as clinical educator for Radiology department
- Served as quality manager
- Served as manager of CT and MRI
- Started lung cancer screening program
- Started CT colonography program
- Acted as super-user for implementation of two separate HIS system installations
Team Lead for CT- Cross Site
ECHN
04.1999 - 11.2001
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Managed scanner protocols
Staff Technologist X-ray/CT
Rockville General Hospital
06.1991 - 03.1999
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Served as charge technologist in absence of supervisor.
Education
Master of Science - Business
Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT05.2001
Skills
- Capital Planning
- Operations Management
- Policy Writing
- Radiation Safety
- Decision Making
- Radiology Information Systems
- Budget Administration
- Workflow Optimization
Certification
ARRT (R),(CT)
CRA-Certified Radiology Administrator
Safety Starts with Me Program Certified Instructor
Timeline
Radiology Manager
Connecticut Childrens
10.2018 - Current
Adjunct Professor
University Of Hartford
09.2003 - Current
Radiology Manager
ECHN
11.2001 - 10.2018
Team Lead for CT- Cross Site
ECHN
04.1999 - 11.2001
Staff Technologist X-ray/CT
Rockville General Hospital
06.1991 - 03.1999
Master of Science - Business
Eastern Connecticut State University
ARRT (R),(CT)
CRA-Certified Radiology Administrator
Safety Starts with Me Program Certified Instructor
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