PUTNAM — Lindsay Ferrer, radiologic technologist for Day Kimball Hospital’s Diagnostic Imaging department, has been named employee of the month for January by Day Kimball Healthcare (DKH).
Ferrer has worked in the field for nine years, beginning her career in 2009 at DKH after spending rotations in the department to complete clinical requirements as a student.
As a radiologic technologist, Ferrer performs diagnostic x-ray exams of patients, and aids in the diagnosis of bone injuries and illnesses.
She also performs x-rays as needed to emergency room patients, inpatients, and walk-in outpatients, as well as assisting in the OR with imaging as needed and assisting radiologists in various special procedures.
Ferrer grew up in N. Providence and lives in Cranston.
Ferrer earned her certification from Windham Hospital Program of Radiologic Technology.
Ferrer is involved in dog rescue and fosters dogs in her home until they are adopted, and volunteers for Rhode Home Rescue, a foster-based, non-profit organization that rescues dogs and places them in secure, loving homes.
She also creates and sells soy candles in a business she started two years ago called Cozy Light Candle Co.