Amber Washington, RT, CT, M, holds an associate degree in applied science and serves as a radiologic technologist with the Oklahoma City Indian Clinic. She was nominated as a Rising Star in the diagnostic imaging field by Oklahoma City Indian Clinic Radiology Director Lisa Walling, CRA, R.T (R).
Oklahoma City Indian Clinic (OKCIC) is a contractor of the Indian Health Service to provide culturally sensitive health and wellness services from talented and devoted providers. From pediatric and prenatal care to family medicine, OKCIC services not only included basic medical care but also dental, optometry, behavioral health services, fitness, nutrition and other family programs.
ICE Magazine found out more about Amber in a recent Q&A where she revealed that she loves crafting when she isn’t providing outstanding patient care.
Q: Where did you grow up?
A: Born and raised in Oklahoma.
Q: Where did you receive your imaging training/education?
A: Metro Technology Center, Oklahoma City, associate degree in applied science from Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma City, OK.
Q: How did you first decide to start working in imaging?
A: While working as a certified nurse’s aid in the hospital I would see radiologic technologists taking X-rays and it piqued my interest in going into the imaging field.
Q: What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?
A: Helping patients that are searching for answers to why something unusual is happening with them.
Q: What do you like most about your position?
A: The ability to help my co-workers navigate issues that they are having. Also being able to cross train my co-workers in CT.
Q: What interests you the most about the imaging field?
A: The advancements in technology.
Q: What has been your greatest accomplishment in your field thus far?
A: Becoming registered in three different modalities.
Q: What goals do you have for yourself in the next 5 years?
A: Advance to a leadership role in the radiology department.
