Connie Fowler
Cumming,GA
Summary
Attentive Radiation Therapist adept at safely and effectively administering radiation therapy treatments.
Offering 40 years of success in patient-facing roles.
Reliable employee seeking PRN position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiation Therapist
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
Gainesville, Georgia
01.2003 - 12.2021
- Administered radiation therapy in prescribed doses and to designated anatomy to directly affect target areas.
- Positioned patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription.
- Followed physician instructions and prescription data when preparing patients for and administering treatments.
- Educated, prepared and reassured patients and families by answering questions, providing physical assistance and reinforcing physicians' advice regarding treatment reactions or post-treatment care.
- Documented patient data in EMR chart and reviewed prior health history to understand needs and deliver targeted care.
- Maintained adequate patient and personnel protection in presence of radiation to avoid overexposure and tissue damage.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Radiologic Technologist Manager
The Longstreet Clinic
Gainesville, Georgia
08.1999 - 01.2003
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
Radiologic Technologist
Northeast Georgia Medical Center/ Imaging Center
Gainesville, Georgia
08.1981 - 08.1999
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Created images using fluoroscopy, Computed Tomography and Ultrasound to help physicians assess and diagnose patients.
- Monitored patients for signs of adverse reactions or other abnormalities of significance.
- Operated x-ray and mobile imaging equipment in ER, ICU, and Surgery settings.
Education
Technical Certificate - Radiation Therapy Technology
Chattanooga State Technical Community College
Chattanooga, TN07.2007
Certificate - Radiologic Technology
Georgia Baptist School of Radiologic Technology
Atlanta, Georgia07.1981
Skills
- HIPAA requirements
- Radiation dose protocols
- Safety practices
- Patient care quality
- Compassionate support
- Self-Motivated
- Interpersonal Communication
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Radiation Therapist
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
01.2003 - 12.2021
Radiologic Technologist Manager
The Longstreet Clinic
08.1999 - 01.2003
Radiologic Technologist
Northeast Georgia Medical Center/ Imaging Center
08.1981 - 08.1999
Technical Certificate - Radiation Therapy Technology
Chattanooga State Technical Community College
Certificate - Radiologic Technology
Georgia Baptist School of Radiologic Technology