Lauri Joan Sanders
Lincoln City,OR
Summary
Radiology Manager with 15 years of experience, certified in radiology, ultrasound, and nuclear medicine. Skilled in innovative and articulate communication with Physicians and employees. Expertise in radiation safety and health. Consistently achieved departmental budget goals and significantly increased revenue earnings. Excels as a Radiation Safety Officer, creating outstanding safety programs.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Diagnostic Imaging Manager
Samaritan Health Systems
Lincoln City, OR
03.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented new processes for streamlining patient flow in the imaging department.
- Maintained detailed records of all diagnostic imaging equipment, including maintenance logs and service contracts.
- Implemented quality assurance programs to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
- Provided leadership and direction for a team of radiologists, technologists, nurses and other medical staff.
- Assisted in resolving complex technical problems related to imaging systems hardware and software.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, patients and hospital administration regarding diagnostic imaging services.
- Conducted monthly performance reviews with staff members to identify areas of improvement.
- Created policies and procedures for the effective use of radiology information systems.
- Monitored patient satisfaction surveys to identify areas where improvements could be made.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure optimal productivity and efficiency levels in the department.
- Managed budgeting activities related to purchasing new equipment or supplies needed by the department.
- Ensured that proper safety protocols were followed during radiation exposure procedures for patients and staff members.
- Collaborated with other departments within the healthcare organization on projects involving cross-functional teams.
- Investigated any complaints received from patients about their experience with diagnostic imaging services.
- Reviewed reports generated from radiology information systems on a regular basis to analyze trends.
- Implemented best practices and enforced compliance with policies and procedures.
- Guided and educated professionals and led by example to achieve and surpass patient care objectives.
- Leveraged expertise to streamline diagnostic imaging processes such as adoption of new technologies and techniques.
- Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
- Conducted radiation safety surveys and inspections to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Developed and maintained radiation safety procedures, policies, and standards.
- Performed dosimetry calculations and monitored results to assess radiation exposure levels.
- Maintained state and federal compliance, facilitated state inspections and spearheaded quality assurance programs to meet state regulation requirements.
System Lead Nuclear Technologist
CHS health Systems
Naples, FL
08.2016 - 03.2022
- System Lead for two hospitals
- Responsible for overseeing 8 team members
- Performing all Nuclear Medicine Studies
- Work closely with all Physicians to ensure quality patient care
- Creating extended hours for outpatient convenience and productivity purposes
- Hiring and training new staff to keep turnover to a minimum
- Radiation Safety Officer for 2 hospitals
- Responsible for the entire safety program
Radiology Manager
Ochsner Health Systems
New Orleans, LA
10.2012 - 08.2015
- Responsible for the daily operations of all modalities within the radiology department
- This included PET, MRI, Ultrasound, Cat Scan and Nuclear Medicine
- Managed a team of 48 staff members and 4 physicians
- Increased revenue by 25% in the first 6 months
- Successfully created an employee motivation tool designed to improve relationships with other departments
- Worked closely with Physicians to create a thriving environment for both physicians and staff
- Recovered $700,000 revenue from lost charges by previous management
- Received recognition by administration with an employee achievement award for going above and beyond for patients
Managing Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Medworks Inc.
Birmingham, AL
01.2008 - 08.2012
- Managed technical and non-technical staff, overseeing operations and quality of imaging
- Collaborated with physicians and their staff to meet their patient needs
- Performed Myocardial Perfusion Studies and administered stress agents
Chief Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Nashville Cardiology
Nashville, TN
03.2002 - 10.2009
- Assisted Cardiologist in creating a cost effective, highly productive nuclear cardiac lab by developing and maintaining a fiscal budget and establishing all policies, procedures and protocols
- Developed a safety program, including Radiation Safety Officer duties and implementation of ALARA standards
- Managed clinical, technical and operational functions of the lab
Education
Radiation Safety Officer -
Nevada Technical Institute of Radiation Safety
Brooklyn, New York09-2022
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX, USRadiation Health -
University Of Texas Health Sciences Center
San Antonio, TX, USSkills
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- JCAHO standards
- CMS standards
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making
- Computer literacy
- AGFA PACS
- EPIC EMR systems
- Collaboration
- Interpersonal skills
- Analytical skills
- Revenue enhancement
- Patient satisfaction
- Radiation Safety Training
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Multitasking
- Customer Service
- Radiation safety
- Employee retention strategies
Timeline
Diagnostic Imaging Manager
Samaritan Health Systems
03.2022 - Current
System Lead Nuclear Technologist
CHS health Systems
08.2016 - 03.2022
Radiology Manager
Ochsner Health Systems
10.2012 - 08.2015
Managing Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Medworks Inc.
01.2008 - 08.2012
Chief Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Nashville Cardiology
03.2002 - 10.2009
Radiation Safety Officer -
Nevada Technical Institute of Radiation Safety
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
Amarillo College
Radiation Health -
University Of Texas Health Sciences Center
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