By John Wallace
Connally Memorial Medical Center (CMMC) Imaging Director Kennith Crump, MS, CNMT, RT(R), always seemed to know he was destined to work in health care. It is a rewarding career, and he looks forward to each day.
Crump joined CMMC in January of this year after more than six years at Longview Regional Medical Center where, as the director of operations, he managed 58 full-time employees and directed daily department operations including fiscal management and technology evaluation for equipment acquisition and service. He maintained regulatory and accreditation compliance for radiology, cardiac cath and vascular lab. He also prepared the department for state, ACR and Joint Commission regulations and inspections.
Prior to his tenure at Longview Regional Medical Center, Crump served as the operations manager at BE Smith within Southern Illinois Healthcare. He was responsible for managing radiology departments at three locations: Carbondale Hospital, Herrin Hospital and St. Joes Hospital in Carbondale, Illinois.
During his time at InSight Health Services Corp. in Fort Worth, Texas, from September 2005 to December 2011, he made significant contributions to the organization’s success.
He served in the U.S. Army National Guard from 1988 to 1994, participating in Operation Desert Storm and earning the prestigious Gulf War Medal. He is a Certified American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) and a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT), highlighting his specialized expertise in the field.
Crump’s unique educational background, diverse experience and remarkable achievements position him as a highly skilled and dedicated radiologic and nuclear medicine technology professional. His contributions to health care organizations have significantly impacted patient care, and his commitment to excellence and continuous professional development set him apart in his field.
The health care field was a must and once he discovered imaging he knew where his future would take him.
“From a young age, I desired a career in health care. Imaging science genuinely sparked my interest,” Crump explained.
“CMMC is made up of an exceptional team of health care professionals. In imaging, every day is a diverse experience, keeping it interesting,” he added when asked why he loves his job.
As a leader, Crump is focused on doing tasks the right way and modeling behaviors and a work ethic for others to replicate.
“In this field, leading by example is highly efficient,” he said.
He, after all, learned from those who came before him including mentor Brandon McDowell.
“Our CMMC Chief Operating Officer Brandon McDowell has significantly assisted my transition into the CMMC Imaging Director role,” Crump said. “I am a new addition to the CMMC team, so I was quickly astonished by how incredible this rural health care system is!”
“I’m very grateful for this opportunity,” he added.
