Compassionate Senior Radiation Therapist skilled at operating and maintaining radiation therapy equipment to deliver effective care. Bringing over 25 years of patient care combined with personable and attentive nature and proficiency in radiologic technology. Experienced working cooperatively with healthcare teams for long-term treatment.
Skills
Equipment maintenance
Radiation protection protocols
HIPAA guidelines
Patient care plans
Quality patient care
Compassionate rapport and assistance
Radiation therapy dosage
MS Office
First Aid/CPR
Time management
People skills
Multitasking
Active listening
Computer skills
Critical thinking
Conflict resolution
Leadership
Communication
Working collaboratively
Experience
08/1997 to Current
Radiation Therapist/Senior Radiation TherapistAdventist Health Nw – Ukiah, CA,
Collaborated with radiology professionals and professionals in various medical fields to communicate on patient care.
Followed safety procedures to protect patients from overexposure to radiation and examined machines to ensure machines were functioning properly.
Monitored patients throughout treatment to proactively identify issues or adverse reactions and provide rapid response in emergent situations.
Checked for side effects such as skin irritation, nausea or hair loss to assess patients' reaction to treatment.
Prepared patients for treatments in accordance with prescription and care plan data, answered questions and adjusted positions to promote comfort with processes.
Reviewed patient medical data, including health history, current prescriptions and care plan, to verify actions before administering medication.
Set up radiation therapy equipment to administer proper dosage according to patient needs and treatment protocols.
Adhered to all best practices and protocols regarding radiation protection to protect patients and staff.
Maintained records and reports, including information regarding radiation dosages, equipment settings or patients' reactions.
Maintained continuous functionality of radiation therapy equipment and reported malfunctions to management.
Prepared or constructed equipment such as immobilization, treatment or protection devices.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals.
Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
Resolved interpersonal conflicts by listening, finding common ground and building relationships.
08/1996 to 08/1997
Radiologic TechnologistAdventist Health Nw – California, MD,
Reviewed diagnostic images' quality and filed diagnostic images in appropriate patient records.
Tested patients to gather information on wide range of illnesses and diagnoses.
Oversaw day-to-day department operations, including scheduling, patient coordination and department and equipment maintenance.
Positioned patients and x-ray and CT equipment, and implemented beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure.
Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating and emergency rooms.
Maintained currency on radiologic technology and provided recommendations to leadership to update or replace equipment.
Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
Maintained inventory and supply levels for contrast materials, film, catheters and other medical items, checking inventory stock and reordering items running low.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
06/1990 to 06/1996
Radiologic TechnologistVan Voorhis Family Practice – City, STATE,
Reviewed diagnostic images' quality and filed diagnostic images in appropriate patient records.
Tested patients to gather information on wide range of illnesses and diagnoses.
Oversaw day-to-day department operations, including scheduling, patient coordination and department and equipment maintenance.
Positioned patients and x-ray and CT equipment, and implemented beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure.
Operated mobile imaging equipment to capture medical information at patients' bedsides, operating and emergency rooms.
Maintained currency on radiologic technology and provided recommendations to leadership to update or replace equipment.
Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions and expectations.
Maintained highest levels of quality, safety and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
Captured and developed images following physicians' orders allowing proper diagnosis and treatment.
Reduced exposure to radiation using beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding techniques.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Education and Training
Expected in 05/1984
High School Diploma: John Marshall High School - Glendale, WV, GPA:
Accomplishments
First of two radiation therapists to bring the Cyberknife online in Memphis, TN
First of two radiation therapists to bring the 2100 EX accelerator online
Top ten in country on radiation therapy boards
Certifications
Certificate in Radiologic Technology - 1989
Certificate in Radiation Therapy - 1996
ARRT Certified in Radiology and Radiation Therapy - Current
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