Thomas Wendell

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Douglas, Michigan, *****

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CAREER SUMMARY

A seasoned leader working in the medical imaging field utilizing creative budgeting and ROI’s by using the standards and regulations of JCAHO and OSHA. Proven management style that creates loyalty and a comradely working environment, within academic and private practice.

EDUCATION

Bachelors in Health Care Administration

University Of Phoenix

Masters in Health Care Administration

University of Phoenix-Graduate 2017

Radiology Certificate

College of Dupage, 1986

Glen Ellyn, Il

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Demond’s Super-Valu, 6/2011-9/2014

Douglas, Mi.

Manage cashiers and carry outs the only grocery store in this small resort town. Building an atmosphere of loyalty with a committed staff to helping visitors and local residents with all of their culinary needs. New ideas for marketing and reaching a larger community through a customized built web-site.

Salinas Valley Imaging, 5/2006-7/2009

Salinas, Ca.

Salinas Imaging is a multi-modality imaging center with 600 FTE’s, which include RN’s Technologist, and Clerical Staff. The center has brought state of the art imaging and cardiac equipment to the community.

Manager/MRI

This was a 5 million dollar new site start up, with negotiating new vendor contracts, and managing a capital budget. Working closely with radiologist and referring MD’s to ensure the highest quality of patient care and imaging possible.

Accomplishments

Utilizing a courier service within the center saved $5,000 annually. Resulting in referring MD’s receiving their films quicker.

Developed and taught cardiac anatomy and imaging parameters.

42% increase in patient volume over 3 years.

90% patient satisfaction rating annually.

Developed and implemented a marketing plan to capture new referral basis.

2 CON’s archived.

Working in the community to develop fund raisers for the under privileged.

Northwestern Hospital, 10/2000-5/2006

Chicago, Il.

Northwestern Hospital is ranked No. 5 in the country as one of the best hospitals overall. The Prentice Women’s center is part of the 854 bed organization, which is housed next to the main hospital. We employ more than 7000 care givers and about 1600 physicians.

DIRECTOR/MANAGER MRI, CT, AND US

Hiring and maintaining the highest quality of professionals. Training Fellows and Interns on imaging parameters and quality, for MRI, CT and IR procedures. Conducted monthly meetings with staff to discuss strategy and set new goals. Capital and fiscal budgeting responsibilities of $30 million.

Accomplishments

Reduced payroll budget by 18% annually.

Researched and approved new suite based on the ROI’s for a MRI/IR suite.

Conducted research for Siemens Medical on Cardiac Imaging which is currently being used around the country.

Saved 360,000 annually by reusing contrast agents.

Developed incentive program for staff which would pay 10% annually.

Research for MRI guided breast biopsy.

Columbus Hospital, 08/1998-10/2000

Chicago, Il.

Columbus hospital merged with the resurrection health system in 2000 due to demographic needs. It was a 178 bed hospital with an emphasis on treating Diamond headache patients. The pioneer leading the way for Gamma Knife procedures treating brain tumors.

Manager MRI

Annual reviews of staff, and continuing education monitored. Worked closely

With iv sedation team, to accommodate claustrophobic patients. Developed and

Implemented new protocols for a changing field.

Accomplishments

Increased patient volume 8% annually.

Developed new techniques for vascular imaging.

Gamma Knife mapping through 3D imaging.

Assertive in bringing PAC’s technology.

Phy-MED Imaging, 05/1990-8/1998

Dallas, Tx.

Multi-modality imaging center, which became publically traded on NASDAQ. Neuro Radiologist based, with non-invasive pain management procedures performed. Competitive with large organizations on cutting edge technology.

Manager MRI, CT, and IR

Annual reviews of staff, and continuing education monitored. Worked closely

With iv sedation team, to accommodate claustrophobic patients. Developed and

Implemented new protocols for changing field. Implemented sterile techniques

for discograms, esi’s and facet injections.

Accomplishments

Increased patient volume 22% annually.

C-ARM guided discograms, esi’s and facet injections.

Developed LOP program with attorneys and Texas back institute.

Awarded CON for 2nd MRI scanner.

Implemented 3d post processing for use in back surgery candidates.

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:

ARRT-228507

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