Organization, efficiency, knowledge and team recognition are just a few of the myriad of things leaders must contend with on a daily basis. No matter the size of the department one is leading, success is tied to each of these items in some form or fashion. In today’s ever-changing world of COVID-19, staffing shortages, supply chain backorders, medication shortages, etc., we are busier than ever before. We have more changes and challenges bombarding us daily that require us to be in-the-know and as flexible as ever.
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Rad Idea: Pebbles: A Strategy For Team Engagment
Jul 1, 2022
In the March 2020 issue of ICE magazine, I wrote about the concept of a flowing stream as an allegory for leadership and that in our leadership journey there are pebbles and sometimes boulders that block our stream. The pebbles in our way impede us from achieving our best results.
Rad Idea: Consider Being a Mentor
Jun 1, 2022
That’s right, the AHRA provides mentorships opportunities to its members. The AHRA Mentor Program was developed as part of the organization’s mission to be a resource and catalyst for the development of professional leadership in medical imaging management. In doing so, it is the organization’s hope that AHRA and its members will continue to be a driving force toward improving the health care environment
Rad Idea: It’s Time to Move Patient Images Online
May 1, 2022
There are apps for banking and depositing checks. Most of us have e-billing for virtually every utility. Even health care portals give you easy access to medical records and appointment scheduling. Online prescription refill requests have become the norm. Practically all aspects of our personal and professional lives can be handled online, yet we are still using CDs to share vital health records and images.
COVID and its Impact on Radiology – Part 2
Apr 1, 2022
Despite the recent changes in the radiology landscape caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for imaging services will continue to increase.
COVID and its Impact on Radiology – Part 1
Mar 1, 2022
Despite the recent changes in the radiology landscape caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for imaging services will continue to increase.
30-Second Tactic to Improve Organizational Culture
Feb 1, 2022
Most of us leaders are on the quest to attain the organizational culture that makes us the best place to work or have the best ratings with our customers. It’s been a hot...
RAD Idea: Responding to Coworkers
Jan 6, 2022
When confronted with a coworker struggling with a difficult situation, our mindset should be centered on what response is helpful and what is not helpful.
Tips for Better Sleep
Dec 1, 2021
In a study of frontline health care workers in the U.S., the rate of acute insomnia among respondents increased from 44.5% before COVID-19 to 64% in the early months of the pandemic.
Study: Birds, Nature Boost Health
Nov 1, 2021
A recent study found that spending at least 120 minutes a week in nature is associated with good health and wellbeing.