Employee of the Month Honoring Four HSS Employees of the Month, all from the Department of Radiology and Imaging Growth cannot happen without great people behind what we do every single day. The Department is pleased to announce that four of our team members have been recently honored as employees of the month. We are excited that our team members not only take pride in the work that they do every day, but that the Hospital takes the time to honor them for their efforts. Leila Balic, Patient Services Liaison January 2011 Congratulations to Leila, Employee of the Month for January 2011. A member of the HSS family since August 2000, Leila works as a patient services liaison in the Department of Radiology and Imaging. Leila is always smiling and helping patients and co-workers. She leads by example. No matter how busy or what happens she completes her work. Leila always resolves problems that may arise in a timely fashion. She sees a problem and finds a solution. She is very reliable and is always available to help others. Leila’s work is always done with care and accuracy. Alexandra Feliciano, Senior Registrar April 2011 Congratulations to Alexandra “Alex,” Employee of the Month for April 2011. A member of the HSS family since April 2005, Alex is a senior registrar with Radiology and Imaging, North Division. She continuously displays a positive approach when dealing with staff, patients and peers even under difficult circumstances. Alex always conducts herself in a professional manner with a smile on her face. She recently was requested to take over the management of the Registrars for the Radiology Department North Division, and she has surpassed the expectations of the management team. Alex has gained the trust and loyalty of her staff by being fair with work assignments, approving time-off requests, and being in the trenches alongside of them. Alex delivers a stellar performance and displays exceptional customer service to both patients and colleagues. “I am proud to be a team member of the Department of Radiology and Imaging. I am fortunate to experience the growth and magnificent staff that contribute to making a difference every day. With the several years working in the hospital, I have recognized the strength and commitment my fellow employees give to the Department of Radiology and Imaging, doctors, and patients. Being recognized as the Employee of the Month could have not been achieved without the support of my fellow employees.”
Robert Polintan, Physician Assistant September 2011 Congratulations to Robert, Employee of the Month for September 2011. A member of the HSS family since June 2008, Robert is a physician assistant in the Department of Radiology and Imaging, who always demonstrates a “we can do it” attitude. His demeanor puts patients at ease as they undergo radiologic interventional procedures. Robert identifies problems prior to their development and takes the initiative to solve them; he gets the work done even if it requires staying beyond his scheduled work hours. Robert goes above and beyond to assist with patient care and leads by example. In addition to being knowledgeable and willing to teach, he is articulate and professional. Robert’s work performance is always on point, well done, and given his full attention. He is a very dedicated, precise, diligent, down-to-earth, approachable, and respectable co-worker. “Working for the department of Interventional Radiology you are given a unique opportunity. You are granted access to a wealth of knowledge from all the radiologists and other practitioners (other MDs, NPs, PAs, nurses, and technologists), whilst still being able to provide quality care to the HSS’s inpatient and outpatient community. HSS is brimming with exceptional practitioners and professionals that being selected as an employee of the month is not only an honor also quite humbling. Having that distinction on your ID reminds you daily to always put your best foot forward and to strive for excellence, so as to not tarnish the honor that was bestowed upon you by your peers.”
John Del Vecchio, Radiologic Technologist January 2012 Congratulations to John, selected Employee of the Month for January 2012. A member of the HSS family since August 2009, John is a radiologic technologist in the Radiology and Imaging Department. His positive attitude and warm interactions with all that meet him are unparalleled. John’s great sense of humor and warmth is palpable to patients and peers alike. He is always first in line to take on more work or lend a hand to his colleagues. John’s technical abilities are excellent; he meets all challenges with vigor and determination. John has exhibited great individual qualities and a spirit that should propel him to be an admirable future leader. He loves his job and is proud to be part of HSS.
2011-2012 Academic Year Annual Report
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