Radiologic Technology Staff

Tammy Howard, B.S., R.T. (R) (CT) Director, Medical Imaging Office: MM 174 Phone: (217) 443-8552 Email: thoward@dacc.edu Education: B.S., University of St. Francis A.A.S., Danville Area Community College Diploma, Lakeview Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology Courses Taught: RDTC 101-Introduction to Radiologic Technology RDTC 102-Patient Care in Radiologic Technology RDTC 104-Radiologic Procedures I RDTC 105-Radiologic Procedures II RDTC 202-Radiologic Procedures IV RDTC 203-Radiologic Procedures V RDTC 205-Image Analyisis

Teaching Philosophy and Practice:
I look forward to starting a new class every year.  New students present an opportunity for new adventure and discovery in the healthcare journey.

My teaching philosophy is very simple:  I believe in an open classroom setting where students are encouraged and expected to participate.  My ultimate goal is to produce the most qualified Radiographers that any healthcare facility could hire.

My expectations of students are to be mindful and respectful of others, to have integrity, demonstrate professionalism and to enjoy and contribute to an atmosphere of experiential learning and creativity.  Successful students demonstrate initiative and problem solving skills, embrace coping mechanisms that provide balance in one’s daily life and express compassion for the patient.  The best way I know how to convey this is to lead by example.  I have high expectations for my students but no more than I expect from myself.

Heidi Young, BSRS, R.T. (R) Clinical Coordinator, Radiologic Technology Office: MM 180 Phone: (217) 443-8591 Email: hyoung@dacc.edu Education: BSRS.  University of Louisiana at Monroe, Monroe, LA A.A.S.  Danville Area Community College, Danville, IL Courses Taught: RDTC 103: Radiologic Physics I RDTC 106: Radiologic Procedures III RDTC 107: Radiation Biophysics RDTC 108: Radiologic Physics II RDTC 109: Clinical Education I RDTC 110: Clinical Education II RDTC 200: Atypical Radiologic Procedures RDTC 201: Digital Applications in Imaging RDTC 204: Radiographic Pathology RDTC 209: Clinical Education III RDTC 210: Clinical Education IV RDTC 211: Clinical Education V

Teaching Philosophy and Practice:
I try and implement respect, communication and hard work into my classroom.  I feel as though all of those aspects form a great foundation for a successful student.  I make sure my students know how dedicated I am to their education and how hard I work to go above and beyond their needs.

In this stage of my career, I express the importance of communication and feedback.  Any and all feedback is important for someone to be able to grow.

Clinically, I enjoy sharing my knowledge of Radiology with the students.  I feel right at home in a clinical setting, and I love the hands on experience that students get to be a part of daily.  It is very rewarding to witness the lightbulb going off when they get a concept.  I embrace those moments and look forward to experiencing so many more in the years to come.

Melissa Murineanu, B.S., RDMS AB OB/GYN BR Instructor, Diagnostic Medical Sonography Office: MM 117 Phone: (217) 554-1652 Email: mmurineanu@dacc.edu Education: B.S., Western Illinois University A.A.S., Vincennes University Certificate, Danville Area Community College Diagnostic Medical Sonography Courses Taught: SONO 101:  Abdominal and Small Parts Sonography SONO 102:  OB/GYN Sonography SONO 103:  Cardiovascular Sonography SONO 106:  Special Topics in Sonography SONO 107:  Clinical Education I SONO 108:  Clinical Education II

Teaching Philosophy and Practice:
My teaching philosophy is that I want to provide a learning environment where students realize they can accomplish much more than they thought possible.  Diagnostic Medical Sonography is an imaging modality that is operator dependent, and ultrasound techs carry a large amount of responsibility in the field of medical imaging.  This can be very intimidating to new students.  I believe in building layers upon layers of learning and offering many words of encouragement.  I teach my students that they must study hard, stay determined to persevere, but also to give themselves grace and patience during the months and years that is required to learn and become excellent.  Strong dedication from the student to not only commit hours to book study, but also to be a self-starter in learning the hands-on skill set that is needed to competently operate the ultrasound equipment, is a must. 

I also cultivate a culture of honor among the students in my classroom--honoring those technologists and practitioners in the clinical settings who are investing their time into new students and honor of each other in the learning process.

My goal for my students is that they go on to their careers confident in their skills and knowledge as a technologist, and also that they serve each patient with a high level of compassion and dedication.

Jamie Ellis, RT(R), RDCS Instructor, Echocardiography Office: MM 117 Phone: 217-554-1659 Email: jmoreland@dacc.edu Education: Radiologic Technology: A.A.S Danville Area Community College Echocardiography Certificate: Danville Area Community College Courses Taught: ECHO 101: Cardiovascular Anatomy and Physiology ECHO 102: Echocardiography Procedures ECHO 103: Clinical Education I ECHO 104: Clinical Education II ECHO 105: Special Topics in Echocardiography ECHO 106: Electrocardiography ECHO 107: Cardiac Sectional Anatomy

Teaching Philosophy and Practice:
I feel very fortunate to have the opportunity to share my knowledge and passion for the field of echocardiography with my students. My goal as the instructor is to help form a solid base knowledge of echocardiography concepts as well as hands-on experience before the students reach the clinical atmosphere.  I believe if the students enter clinical rotations with a solid knowledge and confidence in their basic skills, they will rapidly gain a deeper understanding of the field and excitement for their future as echocardiographers.