Eclipse/Aria/Mim/RadCalc
Daniel Rucka
Certified Medical Dosimetrist
Houston,TX
Summary
Thorough Certified Medical Dosimetrist professional highly skilled in Eclipse/Aria software planningVMat/IMRT/3D, SRS/SBRT, Photon/Electron match mono isocentric/dual isocentric setups, Proven history of sound judgment and reasoned thinking.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Experienced Dosimetrist with over 10 years of experience in radiation therapy. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Reliable employee seeking PRN/Remote position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Medical Dosimetry position. Ready to help team achieve company goals, and provide high level plans.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Dosimetrist
Advanced Medical Physics
Houston, Texas
06.2011 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained adequate patient and personnel protection in presence of radiation to avoid overexposure and tissue damage.
- Observed patients during treatment to monitor for any adverse treatment reactions and offered quick emergency response to address concerns.
- Operated and adjusted radiation therapy equipment in alignment with physician orders and manufacturer recommendations to meet specific patient needs.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
Radiation Therapist
Sam Houston Cancer Center
Huntsville, TX
05.2009 - 06.2011
- Observed patients during treatment to monitor for any adverse treatment reactions and offered quick emergency response to address concerns.
- Monitored operation of radiation therapy equipment to verify continuous functionality, identified faults and escalated repair needs for quick attention and resolution.
- Operated and adjusted radiation therapy equipment in alignment with physician orders and manufacturer recommendations to meet specific patient needs.
- Maintained adequate patient and personnel protection in presence of radiation to avoid overexposure and tissue damage.
- Administered radiation therapy in prescribed doses and to designated anatomy to directly affect target areas.
- Documented patient data in EMR chart and reviewed prior health history to understand needs and deliver targeted care.
- Photographed treated area of patient and process film.
- 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.
- Positioned patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
Bachelors If Radiation Therapy - Radiation Therapy
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX 08.2004 - 05.2009
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Software
Certification
CMD
Timeline
CMD
08-2012
Certified Medical Dosimetrist
Advanced Medical Physics
06.2011 - Current
Radiation Therapist
Sam Houston Cancer Center
05.2009 - 06.2011
Bachelors If Radiation Therapy - Radiation Therapy
Texas State University
08.2004 - 05.2009