Worker Highlight – Daniel Endara, Unit Director, Crothall HTS
We not too long ago had the chance to take a seat down with Daniel Endara, a outstanding particular person whose journey from medical engineering intern to Unit Director for Crothall’s Healthcare Technology Options (HTS) program at Richmond College Medical Heart has been inspiring.
In recognition of his distinctive contributions, we’re thrilled to share that Daniel has been acknowledged as one in all TechNation’s 40 Below 40 for 2023. He has additionally obtained the 2023 Terry Batchelor Award, which acknowledges the person who finest displays our firm’s values and on the similar time gives management excellence via excellent high quality, service, integrity, and professionalism. This well-deserved recognition is a testomony to his outstanding abilities, unwavering dedication, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Let’s get to know Daniel a bit extra.
1. What have been you doing earlier than becoming a member of Crothall’s HTS workforce?
Earlier than becoming a member of Crothall’s HTS workforce, I used to be a pupil at DeVry College and a freelancer promoting items on eBay to complement my revenue. To satisfy the commencement requirement for my biomedical diploma, I accomplished an internship at Nassau College Medical Heart. After finishing the internship and impressing the Director, John Rossetti, I used to be supplied a full-time place as a BMET I at Crothall. I’ve been with the corporate ever since and have continued to advance in my profession.
2. What’s your workforce like?
My workforce is a various group of extremely collaborative and supportive people. We’ve a robust sense of neighborhood and at all times look out for one another. We’re keen about our work at Richmond College Medical Heart and are dedicated to serving to one another succeed.
3. What’s one factor that stunned you about your present position?
One factor that stunned me about my present position is being part of productive high-level conferences such because the Quarterly IT Board assembly. Nevertheless, I’ve been capable of present priceless insights and suggestions, and I’ve realized lots from the opposite individuals. I’m grateful for the chance to take part in these conferences and be taught lots from them. This expertise will assist me to be extra profitable in my profession.
4. What recommendation would you give to your youthful self?
My recommendation to my youthful self is to keep away from taking out personal pupil loans.
5. What are some belongings you’ve observed about HTS management which have impressed you?
The management at Crothall has significantly impressed me. Their work ethic, interactions with workers, and professionalism have left a long-lasting impression on me. They’re a continuing supply of motivation for me to excel as a Unit Director, and I can at all times depend on their assist when wanted.
6. Inform us one thing that may shock us about you.
I hearken to a really numerous vary of music throughout work hours, from Spanish to heavy steel. IT feels like an odd mixture, however IT works effectively for me. The Spanish music helps me calm down and focus, whereas the heavy steel music provides me a much-needed vitality enhance after I’m drained.
7. When you may have half-hour of free time, how do you cross the time
When I’ve half-hour of free time, I like to walk on the hospital grounds. IT is a good way to clear my head and take a break from the day-to-day challenges of my job. The contemporary air and sunshine assist me calm down and recharge, and I typically return to work feeling refreshed and able to focus.
8. What have been your largest accomplishments?
I’m proud to have completed changing into an on-site director and enhancing the dynamic at RUMC by fostering a constructive connection between myself and the employees. This was a major achievement because the bond had beforehand been strained. I strengthened our connection and created a extra constructive and productive environment on the facility.
9. What sources have you ever taken benefit of whereas on our workforce?
The HTS inside distribution e mail deal with. This useful resource is commonly neglected, however IT is a good way to get assist with troubleshooting issues. I usually get a response rapidly, and the assistance I obtain is pretty much as good if not higher than OEM tech assist.
10. How have you ever grown professionally whereas a part of Crothall?
I’ve grown professionally in some ways since I began at Crothall in 2015. I began as an intern with little healthcare trade information however was wanting to be taught and develop. I took benefit of all of the coaching and improvement alternatives that Crothall supplied, and I rapidly gained the talents and information I wanted to achieve success. I used to be ultimately promoted to Unit Director at RUMC. I’ve realized how you can handle a workforce, inspire workers, and obtain objectives on this position. I’m proud that the unit I oversee has received two consecutive awards for excellent service.
11. What’s the most unusual half about working right here?
The distinctive half about working at Crothall is the individuals I work alongside. Everybody is useful and supportive; they at all times exit of their strategy to make the workday gratifying. Somebody can at all times make you chortle or smile, even on the gloomiest days.