Jennifer Barton
South Park ,PA
Summary
Experienced Supervisor leading team members on-time job completion. Assign tasks, train employees, provide feedback, mediate interpersonal conflicts and implement company procedures. Excellent communication and listening skills. Provide leadership and vision which drives teams to meet goals. I have been a registered radiologic technologist since 1993 and I received my VI certification for Interventional Radiology in 2010. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor,Interventional Radiology Department
UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside
09.2017 - 04.2024
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Worked with other departments to make sure patients were receiving best care plans during their treatment process during their hospital stay.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Oversaw and managed Interventional Radiology daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from my many years of experience in this field.
- Enhanced team communication by holding daily morning huddles and monthly staff meetings while encouraging open dialogue.
- Demonstrated commitment to UPMC's core values, leading by example and fostering culture of excellence.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
- Streamlined operations for increased efficiency through regular process reviews and implementing necessary changes.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Created departmental schedule, which included daily room assignments and call coverage.
Lead Tech in Interventional Radiology
UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside
07.2016 - 09.2017
- Interventional Radiology Lead Tech at UPMC Presbyterian
- Responsibilities included reviewing and correcting scheduling, billing and filming errors, coordinating room schedules with doctors, meeting with sales representatives while providing clinical support, teaching, and training new IR techs
- Ensured safety compliance by adhering to radiation protection guidelines by performing and recording yearly lead apron checks.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and efficient care during interventional radiology procedures.
Interventional Radiology Tech I
UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside
12.2008 - 07.2016
- Responsible for appropriate supplies, equipment, and proper room setup for procedures
- Verified documentation of orders, announced 'time out' to ensure a safe procedure, assisted doctors, nurses, and PAs during procedures, filmed the case following procedures, and performed ACTs.
- Worked in the OR with the Vascular Surgeons. Procedures performed in the OR included: AAA repairs, TAGs, peripheral extremity procedures, arterial and venous lysis procedures with the the AngioJet and EKOS, SMA stenting, Carotid stenting, Fistulograms, vein mapping Tunneled Dialysis Catheter placements, pulmonary angiograms.
- Reduced procedure times by maintaining organized workstations and effectively managing supplies and equipment.
- Ensured safety compliance by adhering to radiation protection guidelines and consistently updating protocols as needed.
- Contributed to the reduction of complications by meticulously following sterile technique guidelines during invasive procedures.
Interventional Radiology Tech
Carolinas Medical Center
11.2004 - 11.2008
- Responsible for appropriate supplies and equipment for procedures
- Verified documentation of orders, announced 'time out' to ensure a safe procedure, assisted doctors, nurses, and PAs during procedures, and independently performed minor exams under doctor supervision.
- Applied contrast media and monitored patient reactions to contrast agents.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Contributed to reduction of complications by meticulously following sterile technique guidelines during invasive procedures.
- Supported radiologists with performing high-quality interventional procedures.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
Interventional Radiology Tech I
UPMC Presbyterian
12.1999 - 09.2004
- Responsible for appropriate supplies and equipment for procedures
- Verified documentation of orders, assisted doctors, nurses, and PAs during procedures, filming following procedures, and used IDXRAD to complete and bill procedures.
- Contributed to the reduction of complications by meticulously following sterile technique guidelines during invasive procedures.
- Applied contrast media and monitored patient reactions to contrast agents.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
Cardiac Cath Lab X-Ray Tech I
UPMC Shadyside
06.1999 - 12.1999
- Responsible for appropriate supplies and equipment for procedures
- Verified documentation of orders, assisted doctors and nurses during procedures, filmed the case following procedures, and used WITT for inventory control and supply charges.
General X-Ray Tech
UPMC Presbyterian
09.1993 - 06.1999
- Performed general x-ray exams, fluoroscopy exams, C-Arm procedures in operating room, x-rays during level I traumas, EKGs, and bloodwork
- Used IDXRAD and PACS.
Education
Associates Degree, Radiologic Technology
University of Pittsburgh School of Radiologic Technology
Pittsburgh, PA06.1993
Skills
- Staff Management
- Responsible for Creating Monthly Schedule including Call Coverage for all IR Techs, Nurses and Ancillary Staff
- Process Improvement
- Inventory Control and Oversight
- Staff Development
- Training and mentoring
- Processes and procedures
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Reliability
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Reliability
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Reliability
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Reliability
Software Skills
Imagecast
Stentor
Clinic View
Kronos
Cerner
Surginet
ePro
QSight
QGenda
EMM
Health Catalyst
Certification
- ARRT, June 1993
- VI, June 2010
Professional References
- Rabih Chaer, MD, Chief, Division of Vascular Surgery, UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute, 412-802-3025
- Nikhil Amesur, MD, Interventional Radiology, UPMC, Director, Interventional Radiology Integrated & Independent Programs 412-647-5596
- Michael Park, PA-C, Interventional Radiology, UPMC Presbyterian, 412-496-5378
- Laura Toman, PA-C, Interventional Radiology, UPMC Presbyterian, 724-972-5850
- Samantha Hartin, RN, BSN, Interventional Radiology, UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside, 412-400-3831
Personal References
- John Innocenti, President, UPMC Mercy, 412-835-0225
- Patti Cecere, 412-855-0433
- Rachael Edwards, Coworker, 859-333-7041
- Lori Campaneo, Coworker, 412-384-4682
Timeline
Supervisor,Interventional Radiology Department
UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside
09.2017 - 04.2024
Lead Tech in Interventional Radiology
UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside
07.2016 - 09.2017
Interventional Radiology Tech I
UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside
12.2008 - 07.2016
Interventional Radiology Tech
Carolinas Medical Center
11.2004 - 11.2008
Interventional Radiology Tech I
UPMC Presbyterian
12.1999 - 09.2004
Cardiac Cath Lab X-Ray Tech I
UPMC Shadyside
06.1999 - 12.1999
General X-Ray Tech
UPMC Presbyterian
09.1993 - 06.1999
Associates Degree, Radiologic Technology
University of Pittsburgh School of Radiologic Technology
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