UNC Health Johnston names Ambassador of the Month

Submitted by UNC Health Johnston

SMITHFIELD — UNC Health Johnston has recognized Krista Shay of Clayton, an angiography technologist, as Ambassador of the Month.

During a recent presentation, CEO Tom Williams said Shay recently worked with materials management and Epic support teams to update processes so that interventional radiology supplies and procedures could be fully documented.

“This was a huge undertaking involving many people and steps,” he said. “She filled out forms for thousands of items, listing prices, box sizes and other details. In addition to her detective skills, she is always pleasant, smiling and eager to help.”

Before joining Johnston in August 2021, Shay helped open an orthopedic clinic in Wilson.

Earlier, she worked in an interventional radiology department for eight years at a hospital in Westchester County in New York. It was her first job after graduating from radiography school.

“I love taking care of my patients, and I enjoy the precise, intricate procedures that come with interventional radiology and the challenge of finding what’s wrong,” she said.

“In the short time I’m with patients, I do everything I can to make them feel better.”

Shay grew up in upstate New York. She and her husband, Tom, who designs parks and recreation fields, moved to North Carolina three years ago to be closer to clients and projects in Raleigh. They have two sons, Parker, 10, and Maddox, 7. In their spare time, they enjoy hiking, sports and watching their boys play baseball.

Through the ambassador program, Johnston recognizes teammates who go above and beyond the call of duty. They deliver quality care, foster teamwork and offer excellent service.

In addition to a designated month-long parking space, Shay will receive eight hours of paid time off.