Catherine DeVoy
Dosimetrist
Cape Coral,FL
Summary
Attentive [Certified Medical Dosimetrist adept at safely and effectively planning radiation therapy treatments. Offering 30years of success in patient-facing roles, focused and personable mentality and strong skills with ARIA.Proven history of sound judgment and reasoned thinking. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Dosimetrist/Senior Radiation Therapist
GenesisCare
06.2004 - 04.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by providing accurate and timely radiation therapy treatment plans.
- Collaborated with oncologists to develop individualized radiation therapy protocols for patients.
- Ensured patient safety by meticulously calculating and verifying radiation doses for treatments.
- Streamlined workflow processes by implementing advanced treatment planning software, reducing plan development time.
- Enhanced dosimetry team performance through continuous training and education on new techniques and technologies.
- Optimized treatment plans to minimize dose exposure to healthy tissues while maximizing tumor control probability.
- Developed comprehensive quality assurance procedures for equipment calibration and maintenance, ensuring consistent accuracy in treatments.
- Conducted thorough peer reviews of fellow dosimetrist's treatment plans, promoting a collaborative work environment focused on quality care.
- Provided support to clinical research projects by developing custom radiation therapy plans tailored to study protocols.
- Utilized advanced imaging techniques such as CT, MRI, and PET scans to accurately delineate target volumes and critical structures for treatment planning purposes.
- Contributed to multidisciplinary tumor board discussions by presenting detailed information on proposed radiation therapy approaches.
- Mentored junior dosimetrists and provided guidance on best practices related to medical dosimetry tasks.
- Supported clinical staff in troubleshooting technical issues related to patient setup or equipment malfunctions during daily treatments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on industry advancements and maintain certification requirements.
- Utilized strong attention to detail when reviewing patient charts, ensuring accurate documentation of dosimetry calculations and treatment parameters.
- Collaborated with radiation therapists to develop customized immobilization devices for patients, improving the accuracy and reproducibility of daily treatments.
- Operated and adjusted radiation therapy equipment in alignment with physician orders and manufacturer recommendations to meet specific patient needs.
- Followed physician instructions and prescription data when preparing patients for and administering treatments.
- Documented patient data in EMR chart and reviewed prior health history to understand needs and deliver targeted care.
- Administered radiation therapy in prescribed doses and to designated anatomy to directly affect target areas.
- Maintained adequate patient and personnel protection in presence of radiation to avoid overexposure and tissue damage.
Dosimetrist
South Suburban Oncology Center
12.2000 - 06.2004
- Improved patient care by accurately calculating radiation doses for optimal treatment plans.
- Ensured precise treatment delivery by collaborating with physicists and radiation oncologists on complex cases.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring consistent and high-quality care across multiple appointments.
- Performed simulations using various imaging modalities, allowing for better visualization of tumor volumes and surrounding structures during planning stages.
- Stayed current on industry trends through regular participation in continuing education seminars and workshops.
- Worked directly with physician in verification simulation, treatment planning procedures and patient-specific radiation dose measurements.
- Followed physician instructions and prescription data when preparing patients for and administering treatments.
- Documented patient data in EMR chart and reviewed prior health history to understand needs and deliver targeted care.
Education
Radiation Therapist - Radiation Therapy
21st Century Oncology, Inc. School For Radiation Therapy Technology
Cape Coral, FL11.1996
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL08.1994
Skills
- Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy
- Normal Tissue Constraints
- Patient Positioning Techniques
- Oncology Information Systems
- Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery
- Linear Accelerator Operation
- Intensity-modulated radiation therapy
- Dosimetry Calculations Proficiency
- 3D Treatment Planning
- Radiation Oncology Knowledge
- Professional Development Activities
- Computed tomography simulation
- Treatment Planning
- Clinical trial participation
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Interpersonal Communication
- Radiation dose protocols
- EMR Software
- HIPAA Requirements
- Effective Communication
Certification
- Certified Medical Dosimetrist
Timeline
Certified Medical Dosimetrist/Senior Radiation Therapist
GenesisCare
06.2004 - 04.2024
Dosimetrist
South Suburban Oncology Center
12.2000 - 06.2004
Radiation Therapist - Radiation Therapy
21st Century Oncology, Inc. School For Radiation Therapy Technology
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Florida SouthWestern State College
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