Denise Haynes
Hermantown,Select
Summary
Competent Radiologic Technology professional actively pursuing the Cardiac Catheterization Tech role. Proficient in patient care and proper delivery of controlled radiation with aptitude for problem-solving. Critical-thinking and focused. Ready to utilize 34 years of healthcare experience to contribute to company objectives. Dually certified in the Radiologic fields. A.R.R.T. (R)(T)
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiation Therapist
Aspirus St Luke's
Duluth, MN
03.2004 - Current
- Utilized radiation therapy equipment to administer prescribed dosages to targeted body areas.
- Set up radiation therapy equipment to deliver accurate dosage based on patient requirements and treatment guidelines.
- Effectively monitored patients throughout treatment, promptly identifying and addressing any issues or adverse reactions in emergent situations.
- Ensured continuous functionality of radiation therapy equipment and promptly reported any malfunctions to management.
- Positioned patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription.
- Prepared patients for treatments in accordance with prescription and care plan data, answered questions and adjusted positions to promote comfort with processes.
- Maintained information regarding radiation dosages, equipment settings or patients' reactions.
- Adhered to all best practices and protocols regarding radiation protection to protect patients and staff.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Radiologic Technologist
Min-no-aya-win Human Services
Cloquet, MN - Minnesota
02.1998 - 03.2004
- Positioned patients and equipment for x-ray and CT procedures, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
- Reduced patients' anxiety and enhanced cooperation through educating on procedure details, instructions, and expectations.
- Maintained cleanliness and restocked medical supplies in examination rooms between appointments.
- Provided patients with a welcoming demeanor and ensured their comfort during procedures and scans, while maintaining discretion.
- Conducted regular inspections of imaging equipment to ensure proper functionality, promptly reporting any issues and escalating significant concerns for maintenance staff.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations and addressing inquiries regarding procedures.
- Maintained patient and medical record confidentiality in accordance with strict HIPAA guidelines.
- Generated precise body area images to support accurate patient diagnosis by physicians.
Xray/Laboratory Technician
St Lukes Hospital
Hermantown, MN - Minnesota
08.1997 - 03.2004
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment to prevent errors and breakdowns.
- Prepared test samples and obtained and recorded test data in accordance with standards.
- Gathered biological samples for laboratory tests.
- Audited specimen integrity and identification classifications to maintain accurate records.
- Completed lab tests and communicated results to supervising staff.
- Maintained, calibrated and troubleshot pH probes, EC meters, balances, automatic pipettes and diluters.
- Communicated with outside parties and laboratory management regarding test results.
- Performed daily housekeeping tasks driving efficient laboratory operations.
- Used time management and adaptability skills to prioritize and run multiple tests.
- Prepared lab for daily operations by stocking materials and equipment. As well as the Xray equipment.
- Properly position and xray patients according to the doctors orders.
Lead Radiation Therapist
St Joeseph Hospital
Brainerd, MN - Minnesota
03.1997 - 09.1997
- Managed the daily operations of radiation therapy equipment, while promptly reporting malfunctions to management.
- Set up radiation therapy equipment and administered proper dosage based on patient needs and treatment protocols.
- Monitored patients during treatment to promptly detect problems and respond quickly in emergencies.
- Maintained accurate records of radiation dosages, equipment settings, and patients' reactions.
- Prepared or constructed immobilization, treatment or protection devices.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Radiation Therapist
Miller Dwan Medical Center
Dultuh, MN - Minnesota
09.1990 - 01.1997
- Monitored patients during treatment, identifying issues and adverse reactions for rapid response in emergent situations.
- Adhered to all best practices and protocols regarding radiation protection to protect patients and staff.
- Prepared patients for treatments in accordance with prescription and care plan data, answered questions and adjusted positions to promote comfort with processes.
- Set up radiation therapy equipment to administer proper dosage according to patient needs and treatment protocols.
- Used radiation therapy equipment to deliver prescribed dosages to specific body parts.
- Checked for side effects emerging as skin irritation, nausea or hair loss to assess patients' reaction to treatment.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Certificate - Radiation Oncology
School of Radiation Therapy
South Bend, IN08-1990
Certificate - Radiologic Technology
School of Radiologic Technologist
South Bend, IN08-1989
High School Diploma -
Elkhart Memorial High School
Elkhart, IN06-1986
Some College (No Degree) - Chemistry
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INSome College (No Degree) - Chemistry
Indiana University South Bend
South Bend, INSkills
- Quality patient care
- Patient Education
- Ability to communicate well with all team members
- Safety practices
- Daily Equipment Quality Assurance
- Records Maintenance
- Treatment coordination
- Radiation protection protocols
- HIPAA Guidelines
- ARRT certified in Radiologic Technology & Radiation Therapy
Affiliations
- I have a passion with health & fitness. I go hiking, biking, and workout at the gym weekly.
Certification
- I am a certified Radiologic Technologist, Radiation Therapist, Health Coach and also have a MN Life License.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Radiation Therapist
Aspirus St Luke's
03.2004 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Min-no-aya-win Human Services
02.1998 - 03.2004
Xray/Laboratory Technician
St Lukes Hospital
08.1997 - 03.2004
Lead Radiation Therapist
St Joeseph Hospital
03.1997 - 09.1997
Radiation Therapist
Miller Dwan Medical Center
09.1990 - 01.1997
Certificate - Radiation Oncology
School of Radiation Therapy
Certificate - Radiologic Technology
School of Radiologic Technologist
High School Diploma -
Elkhart Memorial High School
Some College (No Degree) - Chemistry
Purdue University
Some College (No Degree) - Chemistry
Indiana University South Bend
- I am a certified Radiologic Technologist, Radiation Therapist, Health Coach and also have a MN Life License.
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