Northwest Radiology would not be successful without the hard work and commitment of our dedicated team! We are proud to have such outstanding team members who not only provide exceptional care to our clients, but who also work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly every day.
We want to thank our team members for their service and show everyone what a wonderful team we have, so we want you to “Meet the NWR Team.”
Each month, we will feature team members who are celebrating work anniversaries with Northwest Radiology.
Please meet … Karen. She was hired in May 2004, making this her 12-year anniversary with Northwest Radiology! Learn more about Karen.
Q: What is your title/role and duties with Northwest Radiology?
A: I am a transcription supervisor. I provide supervision to the medical transcriptionists who are responsible for editing dictated radiology reports. I provide technical and procedural direction to my staff as well as training in medicolegal implications and responsibilities related to patient records to protect the patient and the company. I work closely with IT staff and the radiologists to support the dictation platform.
Q: How did you get started with NWR? Why have you stayed so many years?
A: I was hired part-time as a medical transcriptionist when we typed reports. I have been fortunate to be part of an outstanding group of people who have supported my professional development over the last 12 years.
Q: Describe Northwest Radiology in one word.
A: Dedicated
Q: What is something you wish others knew about Northwest Radiology?
A: I wish the general public better understood how a radiologist can contribute to their overall health.
Q: Why would you tell someone to work for NWR?
A: NWR is a physician-owned company and has been providing diagnostic imaging services for almost 50 years. NWR has almost doubled in size. There were 33 radiologists when I started, and there are currently 57!
Q: What do you like to do in your free time?
A: I enjoy spending time riding the motorcycle with my husband, daughter and son-in-law.
