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Dawn Lotho, RT(R)(T), BS

Addison,IL

Summary

Experienced Supervisor who approaches leadership with a positive attitude and a lead-by-example view. Effective at staff management and process improvement, I significantly enhanced operational efficiency and patient satisfaction at Advocate Health. Leveraging strategic planning and complex problem-solving skills, I led teams to exceed performance goals, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. My approach combines rigorous regulatory compliance with empathetic patient care, driving substantial improvements in workflow optimization and team development. Effective issue and conflict resolution skills, I turned a department culture around.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supervisor of Breast Imaging

Advocate Health
04.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely services.
  • Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Streamlined operations for increased efficiency through regular process reviews and implementing necessary changes.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for teammates, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
  • Fostered a positive and inclusive work environment and turned around a department culture.
  • Navigated difficult conversations and conflict resolution.

Radiation Therapist

Advocate Health
03.2019 - 03.2022
  • Enhanced patient comfort and safety during treatment sessions by properly positioning them and ensuring immobilization devices were in place.
  • Contributed to a supportive work environment by fostering open communication among colleagues, sharing knowledge, and providing guidance when needed.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families, helping them cope with the challenges of undergoing radiation therapy.
  • Assisted in maintaining departmental accreditation by adhering to regulatory standards for quality assurance and documentation processes.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently delivering accurate radiation treatments as prescribed by the oncologist.
  • Maintained strict compliance with safety protocols to minimize risk of exposure to ionizing radiation for both patients and staff members.

Radiation Therapist

Veterinary Specialty Center
01.2022 - 03.2022

Radiation Therapist

Uropartners
06.2019 - 03.2022

Radiation Therapist

AMITA Health
01.2021 - 03.2022

Radiation Therapist

Northwestern Medicine And Proton Center
11.2011 - 01.2019
  • 2 years of supervisory experience, 2016-2018
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety, developed training manual to use for reference, and created new hire compentencies.
  • Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
  • Enhanced patient comfort and safety during treatment sessions by properly positioning them and ensuring immobilization devices were in place.
  • Contributed to a supportive work environment by fostering open communication among colleagues, sharing knowledge, and providing guidance when needed.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families, helping them cope with the challenges of undergoing radiation therapy.
  • Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization by promoting best practices for processes, tools, or technologies.

Radiation Therapist

El Camino Hospital
10.2008 - 10.2011

Locum Radiation Therapist

Aureus Medical Staffing Agency
03.2007 - 09.2008

Radiation Therapist

Spectrum Health Hospital
09.2001 - 06.2006

Radiologic Technologist

Greenville Hospital System
08.1999 - 09.2001

Radiographer and CT Technologist

Education

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management

Rasmussen University
Online
2020

Certificate - Proton Therapy

Ivy Technical College
Bloomington

Certificate - Radiation Therapy

Spartanburg Technical College
Spartanburg, SC

Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology

Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC

Diploma - Surgical Technology

Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC

Skills

    Staff Management

    Strategic Planning

    Operations Management

    Process Improvement

    Regulatory Compliance

    Team Development

    Complex Problem-Solving

    Patient Satisfaction

    Workflow Optimization

    Cross-Functional Collaboration

    Employee relations and conflict resolution

    Operational Efficiency

Certification

  • ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) Registered in Radiation Therapy and Radiography
  • Licensed in State of Illinois
  • Certified in Basic Life Support CPR

Affiliations

  • ASRT (American Society of Radiologic Technologists) Member
  • CART (Chicago Area Radiation Therapists) Member

Timeline

Supervisor of Breast Imaging

Advocate Health
04.2022 - Current

Radiation Therapist

Veterinary Specialty Center
01.2022 - 03.2022

Radiation Therapist

AMITA Health
01.2021 - 03.2022

Radiation Therapist

Uropartners
06.2019 - 03.2022

Radiation Therapist

Advocate Health
03.2019 - 03.2022

Radiation Therapist

Northwestern Medicine And Proton Center
11.2011 - 01.2019

Radiation Therapist

El Camino Hospital
10.2008 - 10.2011

Locum Radiation Therapist

Aureus Medical Staffing Agency
03.2007 - 09.2008

Radiation Therapist

Spectrum Health Hospital
09.2001 - 06.2006

Radiologic Technologist

Greenville Hospital System
08.1999 - 09.2001

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management

Rasmussen University

Certificate - Proton Therapy

Ivy Technical College

Certificate - Radiation Therapy

Spartanburg Technical College

Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology

Greenville Technical College

Diploma - Surgical Technology

Greenville Technical College
Dawn Lotho, RT(R)(T), BS