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Sonya Veverka

Summary

Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. 25 years of patient care experience combined with a personable and attentive nature. Proficient in Eclipse Treatment Planning System, Mosaiq, and RadCalc. Works cooperatively with healthcare teams for long-term treatment.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Dosimetrist

VA Medical Center
Overland Park, KS
05.2013 - Current

· Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with radiation oncologists, physicists, and other healthcare professionals.

· Create radiation plans based on patient anatomy using treatment planning systems

· Adhered to all best practices and protocols regarding radiation protection to protect patients and staff.

Therapist/Dosimetrist

Menorah Medical Center
Overland Park, KS
05.2011 - 05.2013
  • Monitored the delivery of radiation treatments to ensure safety protocols were followed.
  • Provided technical guidance to medical staff concerning dosimetry-related issues.

Medical Dosimetrist

Kansas City Cancer Center
Lee's Summit, MO
08.2004 - 10.2005
  • Created 3D models of patients' anatomy for use in determining appropriate doses of radiation therapy. Developed and implemented treatment plans in collaboration with radiation oncologists, physicists, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Weekly Reviewed patient charts for information related to treatment planning and dosimetry calculations.

Student

Md Anderson Medical Cancer Center
Houston, TX
08.2003 - 08.2004
  • Participated in a variety of campus events, such as career fairs, lectures, and workshops.
  • Facilitated communication between students and university administration staff.
  • Gave presentations on current topics relevant to the curriculum.

Staff Radiation Therapist

Radiation Medical Group
San Diego, CA
08.2000 - 08.2003
  • Managed daily workflow of the Radiation Therapy Department.
  • Performed patient radiation treatments according to prescribed protocols and safety standards,while treating 70-80 patients daily on one machine.
  • Maintained records of all treatments administered, including dosages given, side effects observed, and other relevant information.

Staff Radiation Therapist

John Stoddard Cancer Center
Des Moines, IA
05.1998 - 08.2000
  • Performed patient radiation treatments according to prescribed protocols and safety standards.
  • Assessed patient's condition prior to treatment, monitored patients during treatments, and documented changes in patient's condition.
  • Provided education and counseling to patients regarding their treatment plan.

Education

Medical Dosimetry

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
08-2004

Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration

University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL
05-2003

Radiation Therapy

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
08-1997

Radiology (XRay)

Mercy College of Health Sciences
Des Moines, IA
08-1996

Skills

  • Team Liaison
  • Efficiency with Accuracy
  • Strong Verbal communication
  • Client Vendor relations
  • Adaptability
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Skilled Treatment Planning
  • Radiation Safety Protocols
  • Treatment Dosage Calculations

Certification

XRayRadiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  • American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)
  • Timeline

    Medical Dosimetrist

    VA Medical Center
    05.2013 - Current

    Therapist/Dosimetrist

    Menorah Medical Center
    05.2011 - 05.2013

    Medical Dosimetrist

    Kansas City Cancer Center
    08.2004 - 10.2005

    Student

    Md Anderson Medical Cancer Center
    08.2003 - 08.2004

    Staff Radiation Therapist

    Radiation Medical Group
    08.2000 - 08.2003

    Staff Radiation Therapist

    John Stoddard Cancer Center
    05.1998 - 08.2000

    Medical Dosimetry

    University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

    Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration

    University of St. Francis

    Radiation Therapy

    University of Iowa

    Radiology (XRay)

    Mercy College of Health Sciences
    Sonya Veverka