MU Health Care Radiology Supervisor Beth Benne’s imaging career has not taken her far from home. She graduated from a nearby high school. She earned an Associates of Science degree in radiology from Sanford-Brown in Kansas City and a Bachelor of Biology from Stephens College. She also earned a master’s in health administration with an emphasis on health care informatics from Capella University. She holds board certifications in diagnostic radiology (DX), computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance (MR).
ICE Magazine recently found out more about this Rising Star.
Q: Where did you grow up?
A: I am from the Bootheel of Missouri, although I graduated from Macon High School just up the road. I moved to Columbia immediately after college.
Q: How did you first decide to start working in imaging?
A: I always wanted to work in health care. While working as a CNA in high school, I was drawn to radiology. Every day is different. Each day presents a variety of challenges. I am constantly learning.
Q: What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?
A: When I started out it was about improving myself as a technologist. Now, I like the satisfaction of helping the newer generation become well-rounded technologists. I also love helping them find it within themselves to develop as emerging leaders.
Q: What do you like most about your position?
A: I like the analytical aspects. It is empowering to have the ability to analyze data, identify patterns and find solutions to improve the department and patient care.
Q: What interests you the most about the imaging field?
A: Healthcare presents many unique challenges every single day. These challenges provide opportunities for growth to myself and the staff around me.
Q: What has been your greatest accomplishment in your field thus far?
A: One of the biggest challenges I was faced with when stepping into my leadership role was a critical staffing shortage. This challenge is still felt by many other areas throughout the hospital. I feel that I have created a supportive environment and have developed mutual respect among those within my area. I have strived to improve the work environment ensuring the staff feel they are supported. I could not have fostered this environment without the help of key individuals.
Q: What goals do you have for yourself in the next 5 years?
A: To continue to strengthen teamwork within the diagnostic department.
Fun Facts
Favorite Hobby: Hanging out on the dock at the lake, reading and doing puzzles.
Favorite Show: I enjoy crime and drama shows. My husband and I are into “The Pitt” right now.
Favorite Vacation Spot: Any place that involves water.
1 Thing on Your Bucket List: Travel more!
Something Your Co-workers Don’t Know About You: I am a pretty good water-skier. I could two-ski and slalom skied as a kid but now I like to wake board.
