Rick Helton

About Rick Helton

I am an experienced leader with a demonstrated history of working in research and the healthcare industry. I am skilled in team building, management, operations, radiology, regulatory compliance, and project management. I have a strong work ethic with a professional demeanor. I earned an MBA from Ohio University. I am a passionate, driven leader who believes people make the difference. I am energetic, outgoing, and have the ability to create positive change. I also believe proper work life balance is essential. I enjoy the outdoors, traveling, and spending time with my family. “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” - John Quincy Adams Areas of Expertise: • Operations Management • Project Management • Quality Assurance • Cost Control and Purchasing • Employee Engagement • Regulatory Compliance • Process Improvement • Customer Service • Recruitment • Training & Development • Strategic Planning • Medical Imaging Key Accomplishments: • Launched new hospital and developed policies and procedures that aligned with HIS system and unique hospital setting, resulting in increased efficiency. • Exceeded financial performance by 14.26%($4,319,793) by optimizing cost control and providing superior quality. • Surpassed employee engagement top decile at 62.3%(93rd percentile) as a result of incorporating employee voice into processes and work culture. • Led multidisciplinary team improving productivity and physician satisfaction. • Designed, set up, and opened multiple free-standing diagnostic imaging centers. • Evaluated, purchased, and managed new medical imaging equipment for hospitals. • Achieved and maintained regulatory compliance with no recommendations or deficiencies. • Managed and coordinated various aspects of multiple research studies including protocol development, regulatory compliance, purchasing supplies, data collection, project management, and managing study participants. Certifications & Licenses: LEAN Certified Process Excellence Leader (CPEL) American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (R)(CV)(CT)(MR) State of Ohio Radiologic License CITI Training, IRB members and IRB Support Staff Professional Organizations: American Society of Radiologic Technologists Military Service: United States Air Force Reserve, Staff Sergeant E5, Air Frame Repair Specialist, ABDR, WPAFB, OH

Experience

1. Research Program Analyst Iii, Supervisor

   DCS Corp

   Feb 2021 — Present · Dayton, OH, US

   Support the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), 711 HPW/RHBCN, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base by conducting cognitive neuroscience research. Manage and coordinate various aspects of multiple research studies ensuring smooth execution from start to finish including protocol development, IRB regulatory compliance, purchasing supplies, data collection, project management, and managing study participants.

Education

• Ohio University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

  2016

• Kettering College

  Associate of Science - AS, Diagnostic Special Procedures

• Kettering College

  Associate of Science - AS, Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer

• Kettering College

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other

  2002