Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Dosimetrist
Dayton Physicians Network
06.2013 - Current
Expertise on Eclipse Planning System
Perform 3D, IMRT, SRS and SBRT planning according to the physician directives
Perform HDR Brachytherapy to include Vaginal Cylinders, T&O and mammosite
Maintain daily dosimetry schedules
Communicate, coordinate and review SRS volumes with neurosurgeon
Preceptor of UWC-Lacrosse Dosimetry students.
y equipment in alignment with physician orders and manufacturer recommendations to meet specific patient needs.
Produces radiation treatment plans according to physician orders and manufacturer recommendations to meet specific patient needs.
Follows physician instructions and prescription data when preparing patients treatment plans.
Reviews patient data in EMR chart of prior health history to understand needs and deliver targeted care.
Maintains adequate patient plans to avoid overexposure and tissue damage.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Works well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Works effectively in fast-paced environments.
Manages time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Demonstrates respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Uses critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Works flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday hours.
Medical Dosimetrist / Radiation Therapist / Special Projects Coordinator
Global Physics Solutions / Landauer Medical Physics
01.2006 - 06.2013
Expertise on Various Planning Systems Including Eclipse
Experience on CMS and Pinnacle
Radiation Therapy Support on Elekta and Varian Linear Accelerators/Accessories
OBI (kV and CBCT), Respiratory Gating
IMRT, IGRT, Rapid Arc, SRS and SBRT Planning
RadCalc Double Check
Daily Linear Accelerator and CT/Sim WarmUp
Performed CT/Simulation of Patients Including Making VacLoks and Head and Neck devices
Performed Block Cutting for Patient Treatments
Performed Staff and Client Training on Eclipse and Aria
Special Project Coordination for Cancer Center Clients - Assisting CEO With Cancer Start-up Consulting Engagements
Consulted with Clients on Departmental Readiness to Include ACR Inspections
Assisted Clients in Converting Over to Electronic Medical Records
Consulted on New Cancer Center Department Start-up Requirements to Include Clinical Set-Up, Ordering of Supplies, Inventory Lists, Space Planning and Design Revisions, Workflow, and Daily Operations
Created Department Policy and Procedure Manuals for Clients
Regulated Dosimeter Badge Program Through Landauer
Implemented Client Billing Assistance
Logistic Coordinator for Commissioning Team Supporting Over 50 Annual National and International Commissioning Equipment Staging, Deliveries, Inventory, Documentation, Client Interface, Client Contracts and Calibration Support.
Chief Radiation Therapist / Medical Dosimetrist
First Dayton Cancer Care
08.2003 - 01.2006
Performed Dosimetry Support on Eclipse Planning System
Assisted in HDR planning
Managed a department of 4 Radiation Therapists as acting Chief Therapist
Performed Radiation Therapy Support on Varian Linear Accelerator
Experienced in Daily Linear Accelerator and CT/Sim Warmup
Performed CT/Simulation of Patients including making VacLoks and Head and Neck devices for patients
Performed Block Cutting for patients treatments
Assisted in the Start Up of this New State of The Art Cancer Center to include ordering of supplies, department set-up, and daily operations
Acted as Billing Coordinator for Technical Billing.
Staff Radiation Therapist
Kettering Medical Center
09.1996 - 06.2003
Performed Radiation Therapy Support on Elekta Linear Accelerator
Experienced in Daily Linear Accelerator WarmUp
Performed CT/Simulation of Patients
Performed Block Cutting for patients treatments
Served as sole Radiation Therapist in an off-site Cancer Center which commanded a strong skill in efficiency and productivity
Managed Daily Treatment Schedule of Patients.
VA Medical Center
Radiation Therapist
08.1993 - 09.1996
Performed Radiation Therapy Support on Elekta Linear Accelerator
Experienced in Daily Linear Accelerator WarmUp
Performed CT/Simulation of Patients
Performed Block Cutting for patients treatments
Education
Associates of Applied Science in Radiation Therapy -
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, Ohio
Skills
Proficient in Eclipse Treatment Planning
Proficient in Aria
Proficient in EPIC
Experienced IMRT, IGRT, Rapid Arc, SRS and SBRT planning
Experienced IMRT/IGRT and Respiratory Gating Treatments
Experienced in OBI (kV and CBCT) matching
Experienced in Block Cutting
Knowledgeable of Policy and Procedure Manuals
Knowledgeable of Departmental Inspection Process
Experienced in Electronic Medical Records Start-Up
Experienced in New Department Set-Up
Knowledgeable of Various Types of Physics Equipment
Strong Organizational Style
HIPAA Guidelines
Strong Leadership Qualities
Keen Ability to Prioritize and Effectively Handle Competing Demands
Excellent Patient Interaction
Superb Customer Service Skills
Demonstrates Ability to Acquire and Apply Knowledge Rapidly
Flexibility to Work Independently With Minimal Supervision
Contributes to Team Work
Treatment Coordination of HDR Treatment
Maintains Dosimetry HDR Schedule
Maintains Neuro SRS review stats / program
Assists in assigned physics tasks
Maintains Dosimetry sim and tx schedule
Leads Dosimetry student processes
Certification
ARRT Certification, #276581
MDCB Certification, #1477973
State of Ohio License, #8852289
AAMD Member, #29167
Affiliations
AAMD
ASRT
Timeline
Medical Dosimetrist
Dayton Physicians Network
06.2013 - Current
Medical Dosimetrist / Radiation Therapist / Special Projects Coordinator
Global Physics Solutions / Landauer Medical Physics
01.2006 - 06.2013
Chief Radiation Therapist / Medical Dosimetrist
First Dayton Cancer Care
08.2003 - 01.2006
Staff Radiation Therapist
Kettering Medical Center
09.1996 - 06.2003
VA Medical Center
Radiation Therapist
08.1993 - 09.1996
Associates of Applied Science in Radiation Therapy -