Heather Ford
Cherry Hill
Summary
Dynamic Radiation Therapist with extensive experience at Jefferson Hospital, skilled in advanced radiation therapy techniques and patient education. Proven ability to develop personalized treatment plans while ensuring safety and comfort. Committed to quality assurance and equipment maintenance, fostering a supportive environment for patients during challenging treatments.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiation Therapist
SkinCure Oncology
Moorestown
01.2025 - Current
- Administered radiation treatments to patients following established protocols.
- Monitored patient responses during treatment sessions for safety and comfort.
- Maintained accurate patient records and treatment documentation in electronic systems.
- Educated patients about the radiation therapy process and post-treatment care.
- Operated radiation therapy equipment ensuring proper settings and safety measures.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized treatment environment for patients.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient care strategies and improvements.
- Monitored patients during treatments, ensuring accurate positioning and delivery of prescribed doses of radiation.
- Educated patients about their treatment plan, potential side effects, and safety precautions they should take during and after their course of radiation therapy.
- Maintained daily logs documenting all aspects of each treatment session.
Radiation Therapist
Jefferson Hospital
Philadelphia
03.2001 - 01.2025
- Administered radiation treatments to patients following established protocols.
- Monitored patient responses during treatment sessions for safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with oncologists to develop personalized treatment plans for patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records and treatment documentation in electronic systems.
- Educated patients about the radiation therapy process and post-treatment care.
- Operated radiation therapy equipment ensuring proper settings and safety measures.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized treatment environment for patients.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient care strategies and improvements.
- Operated linear accelerators, simulators, computers, imaging devices, and other specialized equipment used in delivering radiotherapy treatments.
- Monitored patients during treatments, ensuring accurate positioning and delivery of prescribed doses of radiation.
- Educated patients about their treatment plan, potential side effects, and safety precautions they should take during and after their course of radiation therapy.
- Maintained daily logs documenting all aspects of each treatment session.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals in developing treatment plans that best meet the needs of each individual patient.
- Consulted with referring physicians regarding changes needed in existing treatment plans due to adverse reactions or changing conditions.
- Developed strategies to reduce radiation exposure while maximizing therapeutic benefit to the patient.
- Evaluated imaging studies such as CT scans or MRIs to determine optimal location for delivering radiation therapy.
- Attended continuing education courses related to advances in technology or clinical practice guidelines in radiotherapy.
- Provided emotional support to patients undergoing painful or difficult treatments.
- Assisted in the development of new techniques or technologies related to radiotherapy treatments.
- Conducted quality assurance checks on all equipment used in administering radiation therapy treatments.
- Used radiation therapy equipment to deliver prescribed dosages to specific body parts.
- Prepared or constructed immobilization, treatment or protection devices.
- 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.
- Set up radiation therapy equipment to administer proper dosage according to patient needs and treatment protocols.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations involving patients receiving radiotherapy.
- Maintained continuous functionality of radiation therapy equipment and reported malfunctions to management.
- Monitored patients throughout treatment to proactively identify issues or adverse reactions and provide rapid response in emergent situations.
- Adhered to all best practices and protocols regarding radiation protection to protect patients and staff.
Radiation Therapist
Abington Hospital
Abington
09.1993 - 03.2001
- Administered radiation treatments to patients following established protocols.
- Monitored patient responses during treatment sessions for safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with oncologists to develop personalized treatment plans for patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records and treatment documentation in electronic systems.
- Educated patients about the radiation therapy process and post-treatment care.
- Operated radiation therapy equipment ensuring proper settings and safety measures.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient care strategies and improvements.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized treatment environment for patients.
- Operated linear accelerators, simulators, computers, imaging devices, and other specialized equipment used in delivering radiotherapy treatments.
- Monitored patients during treatments, ensuring accurate positioning and delivery of prescribed doses of radiation.
- Maintained daily logs documenting all aspects of each treatment session.
- Consulted with referring physicians regarding changes needed in existing treatment plans due to adverse reactions or changing conditions.
- Developed strategies to reduce radiation exposure while maximizing therapeutic benefit to the patient.
- Attended continuing education courses related to advances in technology or clinical practice guidelines in radiotherapy.
- Provided emotional support to patients undergoing painful or difficult treatments.
- Assisted in the development of new techniques or technologies related to radiotherapy treatments.
- Conducted quality assurance checks on all equipment used in administering radiation therapy treatments.
- Analyzed results from simulations to ensure accuracy of treatments before administration.
- Used radiation therapy equipment to deliver prescribed dosages to specific body parts.
- Prepared or constructed immobilization, treatment or protection devices.
- Prepared patients for treatments in accordance with prescription and care plan data, answered questions and adjusted positions to promote comfort with processes.
- Checked for side effects emerging as skin irritation, nausea or hair loss to assess patients' reaction to treatment.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations involving patients receiving radiotherapy.
- Adhered to all best practices and protocols regarding radiation protection to protect patients and staff.
Education
Radiation Therapy
Gwynedd Mercy University
Gwynedd Valley, PA09-1993
Skills
- Radiation therapy techniques
- Patient monitoring and education
- Treatment planning and execution
- Equipment operation and maintenance
- Quality assurance protocols
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Radiation Therapist
SkinCure Oncology
01.2025 - Current
Radiation Therapist
Jefferson Hospital
03.2001 - 01.2025
Radiation Therapist
Abington Hospital
09.1993 - 03.2001
Radiation Therapy
Gwynedd Mercy University
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