Mt Ascutney Hospital and Health Center (MAHHC) has announced the selection of Sara Gosselin, RT (R) (M) (CT) ARRT as Employee of the Month for June, 2018. Gosselin serves as MAHHC Radiology Supervisor. As Radiology Supervisor, Gosselin directs and coordinates radiology and diagnostic imaging procedures, and oversees staff in the operation of imaging equipment, while supporting patient care by resolving radiology issues with staff members and working to maintain quality assurance in a safe environment.
Terri DeMond, Director of Ancillary Services, says that Gosselin’s patients and peers say “her smile and uplifting personality bring a fresh ray of sunshine to the Radiography Department each morning.” DeMond and peers credit Gosselin’s approachable personality, and her willingness to listen and assist others, even off the clock, as reasons for her success. She also points to Gosselin’s ability as a health educator, saying, “Sara’s eagerness to train, motivate, and encourage students and staff in mammography, radiography, and computed tomography provides a comfortable and nourishing learning environment.”
Gosselin is also a strong advocate for women to seek annual mammograms, for early detection of breast cancer. “She is known for her compassion and empathy that comforts patients.” says DeMond. She has also volunteered to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer education, research, prevention, treatment, and support as a co-organizer of National Denim Day at MAHHC.
Gosselin, who is a resident of Hartland, has been an MAHHC employee since February 2010.
About Mt Ascutney Hospital and Health Center
Founded in 1933, Mt Ascutney Hospital and Health Center (MAHHC) is a not-for-profit community hospital network in Vermont including the critical access-designated Mt Ascutney Hospital and Historic Homes of Runnemede, a senior residential care campus, in Windsor, as well as the Ottauquechee Health Center in Woodstock. Affiliated with the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health System, MAHHC provides primary care and a comprehensive suite of specialty services, along with 25 inpatient beds, a therapeutic pool and an acclaimed, fully modernized 10-bed Acute Rehabilitation Center. Mt Ascutney Hospital and Health Center is dedicated to improving the lives of those it serves and is at the hub of a wide network of community resources that have partnered to cover gaps in services, and improve overall population health. One of the largest employers in the area, MAHHC acknowledges its employees as its greatest asset and has been recognized by the Governor’s Office with an Excellence in Worksite Wellness award.
Mt Ascutney Hospital and Health Center is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), is a recent recipient of Best Practice recognition by the National Rural Health Association (NRHA) for health care quality, and is recognized by the American Hospital Association (AHA) as one of the “Most Wired” hospitals for integration of technology to boost clinical performance. The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) has awarded MAHHC with Level 3 status, the highest level of medical home designation.