Sarah M. Brooks
Coal City,IL
Summary
Experienced Mammographer with 26 years in producing high-quality diagnostic images and guiding clinical instruction. Expertise in quality control procedures and fostering strong relationships with patients and healthcare teams. Committed to enhancing patient care and supporting organizational success.
Overview
1
1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Mammographer
Morris Hospital
Morris, IL
06.2000 - Current
- Conducted mammography procedures using advanced imaging technology.
- Performed QC, scheduled procedures, and managed daily operations within Mammography Department and healthcare centers to ensure optimal patient care.
- Educated patients on mammography procedures and breast health awareness to enhance understanding and promote preventive care.
- Liaised with radiologists and other departments to facilitate effective communication and collaboration across the organization.
- Super User for MagView, Stereotactic Breast Biopsies, Selenia Dimensions, Siemens Luminos Agile Digital Radiography.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to mammography technology advancements.
- Complicated LEAD Academy seminars and Advanced LEAD Academy seminars to further develop the following skills:
- Building and leading effective teams
- Coaching employees to higher performance
- Planning and running effective team meetings
- Business and finance for today’s healthcare leader
- Completed Preceptorship Program to train new employees
- Engaged in Reach Incentive Program to drive employee engagement.
Instructor
Kankakee Community College
Kankakee, IL
01.2002 - 2003
- Demonstrated advanced techniques in x-ray positioning to enhance student learning.
- Instructed radiography students on headwork positioning techniques for x-ray procedures, enhancing their practical skills.
- Evaluated and provided feedback on student performance in laboratory settings to support learning outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - Health Service Administration
University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL01-2014
Bachelor of Health Arts -
University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL01-2003
Associate - Radiography
KCC
Kankakee, IL01-2000
Skills
- Breast imaging techniques
- PACS and MagView
- Meditech Expanse and EMR
- Electronic orders management
- Quality control procedures
- Microsoft Office Outlook
- Kronos and Jellyfish
- Performance management
- Credential Smart and Patient Works
Affiliations
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
- American Society of Radiologic Technologists
- Illinois Emergency Management Agency
Certification
- Radiography
- Mammography
- CPR
- Preceptor certification through Morris Hospital
- DCFS Mandated Reporter
- LEAD Academy
- Advanced LEAD Academy
Timeline
Instructor
Kankakee Community College
01.2002 - 2003
Mammographer
Morris Hospital
06.2000 - Current
Master of Science - Health Service Administration
University of St. Francis
Bachelor of Health Arts -
University of St. Francis
Associate - Radiography
KCC