Radiologic Technology Staff

Tammy Howard M.Ed., R.T. (R)(CT)(ARRT) Director, Medical Imaging Office: MM 178 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 M. Ed. American College of Education Courses Taught: RDTC 100-Patient Care in Radiologic Technology RDTC 101-Introduction to Radiologic Technology RDTC 104-Radiologic Procedures I RDTC 105-Radiologic Procedures II RDTC 202-Radiologic Procedures IV RDTC 205-Image Analyisis RDTC 206-Special Topics in Radiologic Technology

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.

Teaching Philosophy and Practice:
My classroom standards for respect and hard work ethic are quite high. My students know to treat themselves, peers, and patients with the utmost respect. They also know that nothing in this field comes easy; they must show a hard work ethic day in and day out in order to be successful. I love being able to see the students take the knowledge I give them in the classroom and use it out in the clinical field.

The clinical aspect in this program is a key point and I am fortunate to hold the role of Clinical Coordinator, where I am able to work hands-on with each student in real life scenarios, coaching and mentoring them to be the best technologist they can be. It is very rewarding watching your students grasp classroom concepts, put them to use in the clinical setting, and grow into great technologists throughout the program.

Rachael Arnholt, BS, R.T. (R), ARDMS (AB) Instructor, Diagnostic Medical Sonography Office: MM 117 Phone: (217) 554-1652 Email: rarnholt@dacc.edu Education: B.S., Southern Illinois University 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:

Jamie Moreland, B.S., R.T.(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 BS Grand Canyon University 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 SONO 104: Sonography Physics & Instrumentation

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. 

Angel Fellers, Admin Assistant Office: MM 172 Phone: (217) 443-8553 Email: afellers@dacc.edu