Rachel Schimpf
Summary
Dedicated Radiologic Technologist Charge with a strong commitment to patient care and effective team leadership. Proven ability to manage schedules and department resources, oversee training, enhance workflow, and improve both employee and patient satisfaction.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Radiologic Technologist
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center of McKinney
McKinney, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Day shift charge tech for a DX team of fifteen. Manage schedules, arrange PTO coverage, solve equipment and exam-related issues that arise, and oversee the training of all new hires.
- Created and maintain a rotation system for the department that has improved workflow and employee satisfaction.
- Developed a training system for fluoroscopy and surgery that has improved new employee retention and confidence.
- As Preceptor, mentor and supervise clinical education for our rad tech students, communicate with colleges, and maintain time records.
- Serve on the X-ray Council and the Radiation Safety Committee.
- Participate in monthly leadership training sessions with our Radiology Director.
- Extensive experience in surgery, fluoroscopy, and X-ray.
- Completed the Dallas College CT Advanced Certificate program and am nearing completion of clinical cross-training in our CT department.
Clinical Student
Medical City McKinney
McKinney, Texas
01.2023 - Current
- Performed x-rays and trauma exams under experienced Rad Techs at a Level 2 trauma hospital with an active emergency department and a secured Behavioral Health Unit.
Clinical Student
Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic Assoc of Dallas
The Star in Frisco, TX
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Learned and performed specialized orthopedic exams
Clinical Student
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Mckinney
McKinney, TX
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked under an experienced OR tech to observe or perform over 75 surgeries
- Performed trauma adaptations in an active ER for level 1 & 2 trauma patients.
- Performed or observed over 80 fluoroscopy procedures.
Preschool Teacher
Apple Creek Preschool
Frisco, TX
10.2006 - 05.2009
- Managed and developed lesson plans for the 3 year old classroom. Encouraged social development behaviors and academics to prepare them for kindergarten.
4th Grade Teacher
Playa del Rey Elementary School
Gilbert, AZ
08.2000 - 06.2002
- Prepared daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet learning goals. Worked with students of varying abilities from special needs to gifted & talented.
- Led parent-teacher conferences and fostered open communication with parents.
- Served as a judge for the national spelling bee at the school and district level.
Data Entry Clerk
Unicorn Financial Services
Mesa, AZ
05.2000 - 08.2000
- Worked in the physician credentialing department for a financial services company that provided loans for elective surgeries.
In-Home Nanny
Parent's Time Out
Phoenix, AZ
06.1997 - 05.1998
- Provided care, meals, and activities for children through a nanny service. Held both short and long term assignments for children's care in family's homes, including assignments with developmentally disabled children.
Waitress
Riggati's Italian Restaurant
Lynchburg, VA
08.1996 - 12.1996
- Waitress for a local Italian Restaurant
Catering Staff
Marriott Catering
Lynchburg, VA
08.1995 - 05.1996
- Worked as catering staff for Marriott providing set up, food service, and clean up for weddings, parties, and events.
Summer Camp Counselor
Camp Haluwasa
Hammonton, NJ
06.1995 - 08.1995
- Girls camp counselor for the pre-teen age group at an overnight camp.
Catering Staff
Marriott Catering
Lynchburg, VA
12.1994 - 05.1995
- Worked as catering staff for Marriott (on campus cafeteria), doing event set up, food service, and clean up for weddings, parties, and events.
Summer Camp Counselor
River Valley Ranch Summer Camp
Manchester, MD
06.1994 - 08.1994
- Summer camp counselor at an overnight horse ranch camp for kids
Waitress
IHOP
Leonardtown, MD
09.1991 - 08.1993
- Worked as hostess and waitress at a busy IHOP location.
Education
CT Advanced Certificate Program -
Dallas College - Brookhaven Campus
Farmer's Branch, TX12-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Dallas College - Brookhaven
Farmers Branch07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ06.2000
Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with multidisciplinary teams and physicians
- Committed to ethical, compassionate patient care Proficient in de-escalating challenging patient situations, and improving satisfaction through empathy and effective communication
- Proven team-building abilities; cultivating a positive, collaborative department culture that boosts morale and performance
- Two years of experience as charge tech overseeing daily operations, staffing, and workflow
- Two years of experience as a preceptor, mentoring over ten rad tech students in clinical procedures and best practices
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to optimizing systems for greater efficiency and effectiveness
- On track to complete CT certification in Jan 2026
Professional Organizations
- ASRT member
- NTRTS member
Timeline
Charge Radiologic Technologist
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center of McKinney
08.2023 - Current
Clinical Student
Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic Assoc of Dallas
03.2023 - 04.2023
Clinical Student
Medical City McKinney
01.2023 - Current
Clinical Student
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Mckinney
08.2022 - 12.2022
Preschool Teacher
Apple Creek Preschool
10.2006 - 05.2009
4th Grade Teacher
Playa del Rey Elementary School
08.2000 - 06.2002
Data Entry Clerk
Unicorn Financial Services
05.2000 - 08.2000
In-Home Nanny
Parent's Time Out
06.1997 - 05.1998
Waitress
Riggati's Italian Restaurant
08.1996 - 12.1996
Catering Staff
Marriott Catering
08.1995 - 05.1996
Summer Camp Counselor
Camp Haluwasa
06.1995 - 08.1995
Catering Staff
Marriott Catering
12.1994 - 05.1995
Summer Camp Counselor
River Valley Ranch Summer Camp
06.1994 - 08.1994
Waitress
IHOP
09.1991 - 08.1993
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Dallas College - Brookhaven
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Arizona State University
CT Advanced Certificate Program -
Dallas College - Brookhaven Campus