Penny Krusen
Tupelo,MS
Summary
I am a dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience in medical assistance, radiological technology, patient care, and administrative support. My background includes 20 years as a Hospital Corpsman in the Naval Reserves with supervisory experience and three Navy and Marine Achievement Medals. I have over two decades of experience as a Radiological Technician and I am currently a Multi-Skilled Technician. I am pursuing a BS in Healthcare Administration from the University of West Florida, with career aspirations in drug trials or healthcare administration at the North Mississippi Medical Center (NMMC)in Tupelo, MS, where I am currently working.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Multi-Skilled Technician
Work Link
04.2015 - Current
- Perform basic laboratory, radiology, and nursing procedures within the scope of practice for a Radiological Technician.
- Assist Physicians and nurse practitioners as directed.
- Accurately and efficiently report/document patient care and information in Epic EMR.
- Provide teaching to patients and their families necessary for continuing care during and after discharge.
- Maintain supplies necessary for quality care at the main Work Link clinic and four onsite industrial clinics in the North mississippi area.
- Ensure treatment information availability by retrieving and updating patient records in Epic EMR.
- Verifying financial records and collect patient charges while filing and expediting third-party claims.
Radiology Technician
Express Care South
01.2005 - 04.2015
- Assessed, evaluated, and tested patients, preparing and positioning them for imaging.
- Demonstrated technical expertise with radiological imaging.
- Attended to patient needs during imaging procedures, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of radiation protection and safety practices.
Medical Assistant
Express Care South
01.2005 - 04.2015
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Hospital Corpsman First Class
Naval Reserve
02.1987 - 05.2007
- Assisted with the prevention and treatment of disease, injury, and disability, including dental conditions and chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive casualties
- Perform general laboratory and pharmacy services and assisted with administrative supply and accounting.
- Supervised over 20 lower-ranking sailors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL05.2026
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC05.2002
Skills
- Radiologic Technology
- Laboratory Assistance
- Patient Care
- Administrative Support
- CPR certified
- NIOSH-Certified for occupational spirometry
- Certified Occupational Hearing Conversationalist (COHC) for OSHA-qualified hearing testing
- DOT Certified Drug Screening and Breath Alcohol Technician
- Certified Medical Review Officer Assistant (MROA)
Affiliations
- American Society of Radiological Technicians
- National Association of Occupational Health Professionals
Certification
- NIOSH-certified for Occupational Spirometry 6/2024
- CPR certified 7/2024 thru 7/2026
- Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (COHC) for OSHA-qualified audiometric testing. 6/2024 thru 6/2029
- DOT certified Drug Screening and Breath Alcohol Technician 7/2023 thru 7/2028
- Certified Responsible Conduct of Research Refresher for Biological Researchers from Collaborative Institute Training Initiative (CITI) May 31, 2024 thru May 31, 2026
- Certificate for Shipping of Category A, Infectious Substances Affecting Humans, Category B, Biological Substances from Mayo Clinic Laboratories.July 2, 2024 thru July 2, 2026
- Certificate on Good Clinic Practice from NIDA Clinical Trials June 26, 2024 thru June 26, 2026
Accomplishments
- Navy and Marine Achievement Medal for professional achievement in superior performance of administrative duties (9/1/1998)
- Navy and Marine Achievement Medal for professional achievement as a Hospital Corpsman (3/29/2000)
- Navy and Marine Achievement Medal for professional achievement as the Leading Petty Officer for the Naval Hospital Jacksonville detachment at the Naval Hospital Charleston, SC (3/7/2003)
AWARDS
Timeline
Multi-Skilled Technician
Work Link
04.2015 - Current
Radiology Technician
Express Care South
01.2005 - 04.2015
Medical Assistant
Express Care South
01.2005 - 04.2015
Hospital Corpsman First Class
Naval Reserve
02.1987 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
The University of West Florida
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Trident Technical College