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Deborah McKeough

Slidell,LA

Summary

I am an organized, self-starter that enjoys the challenge of troubleshooting and problem solving. My goal is to utilize my experience as a Radiation Therapist to support customers according to company standards with a focus on accuracy and safety.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Radiation Therapist

East Jefferson Hospital
11.2021 - Current
  • Operated Varian TrueBeam, Varian Trilogy, Varian Novalis with ExacTrac capability, Tomotherapy while utilizing ARIA EMR and EPIC EMR
  • Experienced on MV, KV OBI and Cone Beam CT imagining on Varian linear accelerators
  • Perform CT simulation on GE Large Bore CT using GE Advanced Workstation Simulation
  • Assist with clinical instruction of Radiation Therapy students
  • Utilized my knowledge to deliver the best treatment as prescribed in addition to using my analytic skills and my computer knowledge to assist in troubleshooting issues in ARIA or on TrueBeam, Trilogy, Novalis, Tomotherapy and GE CT scanner.

Radiation Therapist

Slidell Memorial Hospital
11.2015 - 11.2021
  • Deliver prescribed treatment to 40-50 patients daily on Varian IX and Varian Trilogy
  • Performed daily MV, KV OBI and CBCT
  • Perform CT Simulation on GE Large Bore CT
  • Proficient in starting I.V's for I.V contrast
  • Utilized ARIA EMR and EPIC EMR
  • Perform morning QA3 procedure on both linear accelerators
  • Works effectively in a team environment by using my knowledge to the benefit of the department by maintaining an organized, efficient treatment process for patients and staff
  • Assist with clinical instruction of Radiation Therapy students.

Chief Radiation Therapist

Slidell Memorial Hospital
03.2009 - 11.2015
  • Provided leadership in clinical area including six full time and PRN Radiation Therapists
  • Able to assess, analyze and communicate problems with supervisors to devise solutions to situations that would arise.
  • Worked with minimal direction of Director of Radiation Oncology to ensure state of art technology was being utilized to its full potential by implementing processes to ensure compliance with quality assurance standards to maintain the highest level of patient care and treatment accuracy.
  • Conducted chart audits and maintained various department specific Excel spreadsheets. Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Email and PowerPoint
  • Organized and coordinated staffing for vacation and periods of high patient census
  • Ensured accuracy of treatment and dosimetry charges prior to export
  • Member of the quarterly department CQI team
  • I treated patients on Varian IX and Trilogy using ARIA software.
  • Between two accelerators we treat 40-50 patients daily utilizing IMRT, VMAT, SRS and SRT methods with daily KV/CBCT imaging.

Radiation Therapist

Slidell Memorial Hospital
06.2005 - 03.2009
  • Delivered prescribed radiation therapy treatments utilizing VARIS and ARIA record and verify system on Varian Trilogy. Daily MV, KV, CBCT imaging performed.
  • Simulated patients with fluoroscopy and CT simulation processes
  • Performed IGRT, IMRT, Rapid Arc, HDR, SRS and SRT procedures
  • Contributed to growth of department by gaining understanding of various clinical and administrative aspects of department
  • Assist with clinical education of Radiation Therapy students
  • Able to work well under stress. Treating 30-40 patients on average with one Varian Trilogy machine.

Radiation Therapist

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center
07.1999 - 06.2005
  • Delivered prescribed radiation therapy treatments utilizing IMPAC record and verify system
  • Began treating with IMRT in 2002
  • Simulated patients utilizing fluoroscopic and CT simulation.
  • Fabricated Vac-locks and aquaplast devices when necessary
  • Directed patient to ancillary services when needed
  • Treated 35-45 patients on average with one Varian 21EX.

Radiation Therapist

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center
01.1998 - 07.1999
  • Performed as staff radiation therapist treating 25-30 patients on average.
  • Gained knowledge of the functionality of a multi-machine department with multiple onsite doctors
  • Managed treatment schedule to ensure efficiency and minimize overtime.
  • Excelled at troubleshooting issues with Varian 21EX linear accelerator.

Radiation Therapist

Corpus Christi Cancer Center
08.1995 - 12.1997
  • Performed as staff radiation therapist utilizing one of the early versions of VARIS
  • Performed simulation on Ximetron simulator
  • I was hired prior to the center opening
  • I learned many aspects of preparing a new cancer center for opening
  • Treated on average 45-50 patients a day consistently on one 2100C in a fast paced department.

Education

Louisiana Army National Guard
Slidell, LA
10.1996

Certificate in Radiation Therapy - Radiation Therapy

Ochsner Hospital School of Radiation Therapy
New Orleans, Louisiana
08.1995

Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology

Delgado School of Radiologic Technology
New Orleans, LA
10.1992

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA

High School Diploma -

Salmen High School
Slidell, LA
05.1987

Skills

  • EMR Software
  • Computer Skills
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Written Communication
  • Verbal Communication
  • Troubleshooting
  • Organizational Skills
  • Dependable and Responsible

Equipment Experience

  • Varian True Beam
  • Varian Novalis with MV, KV OBI and Cone Beam CT capability in addition to EXACT Trac imaging
  • Varian Trilogy with MLC's, Dynamic Wedges, OBI and Cone Beam CT
  • Varian IX with MLC's, Dynamic Wedges, OBI and Cone Beam CT
  • Varian 2100 EX with MLC's and Dynamic Wedges
  • Varian 2100C, Varian 600C with Custom Blocks
  • HDR- Mammosite, Endobronchial and Gynecological applications
  • Aria EMR with Activity Capture, Varis, and IMPAC Record and Verify Systems
  • EPIC EMR
  • Simulators- GE Large Bore CT, Ximetron, Odelft and Toshiba fluoroscopic simulators
  • Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint


Professional Licensure Organizations

  • ARRT Radiation Therapy
  • ARRT Radiologic Technology
  • Louisiana State Board of Radiologic Technology
  • Texas Medical Board - Medical Radiologic Technologist, General Certificate
  • Louisiana Society of Radiologic Technologists
  • American Society of Radiologic Technologists
  • CPR

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Radiation Therapist

East Jefferson Hospital
11.2021 - Current

Radiation Therapist

Slidell Memorial Hospital
11.2015 - 11.2021

Chief Radiation Therapist

Slidell Memorial Hospital
03.2009 - 11.2015

Radiation Therapist

Slidell Memorial Hospital
06.2005 - 03.2009

Radiation Therapist

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center
07.1999 - 06.2005

Radiation Therapist

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center
01.1998 - 07.1999

Radiation Therapist

Corpus Christi Cancer Center
08.1995 - 12.1997

Louisiana Army National Guard

Certificate in Radiation Therapy - Radiation Therapy

Ochsner Hospital School of Radiation Therapy

Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology

Delgado School of Radiologic Technology

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Southeastern Louisiana University

High School Diploma -

Salmen High School

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