Joan (Joanie) Cary
Summary
I am a knowledgeable Radiation Therapist, bringing proven expertise in delivering therapies to patients. Im proficient in administering doses, updating documentation and maintaining equipment. Devoted to patient safety and comfort. Skilled at completing daily assignments and contributing to team success. Always willing to take on any tasks. Adapt quickly to new research, needs and policies. Experienced working in challenging environments. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate, with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals. I want to to seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. I'm excited for the opportunity to take my career to the next step.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiation Therapist
West Cancer Center And Research Institute
2019.01 - Current
- Performed selective outpatient/inpatient radiation therapy for cancerous tumors.
- Helped patients feel comfortable with treatments through proactive education and comfort measures.
- Developed strong working relationships with referring physicians and other medical professionals, facilitating collaboration and enhancing overall quality of care for cancer patients.
- Contributed to a supportive work environment by fostering open communication among colleagues, sharing knowledge, and providing guidance when needed.
- Coordinated closely with medical physicists regarding dosimetry calculations, ensuring appropriate dose distributions for each individual patient''s needs.
- Operated sophisticated radiation therapy equipment with precision, ensuring proper calibration and functionality before each use.
- Positioned patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription.
- Maintained detailed patient records, ensuring accuracy and completeness for future reference by healthcare professionals involved in the patient''s care.
- Followed physician instructions and prescription data when preparing patients for and administering treatments,
- Regulated dosage by entering data and setting computer controls to distribute correct amounts, such as, mosaic / versa with hexapod. Infinity with automated breath hold for left side breast cancer.
- Enhanced patient comfort and safety during treatment sessions by properly positioning them and ensuring immobilization devices were in place.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Radiation Therapist
Methodist University Hospital
1993.07 - 2018.12
- Developed strong working relationships with referring physicians and other medical professionals, facilitating collaboration and enhancing overall quality of care for cancer patients.
- Performed selective outpatient radiation therapy for inoperable tumors.
- Detected side effects by checking patients skin, levels of nausea, and identifiable hair loss.
- Administered radiation therapy in prescribed doses and to designated anatomy to exact body locations with correct use of radiation therapy equipment.
- Contributed to a supportive work environment by fostering open communication among colleagues, sharing knowledge, and providing guidance when needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently delivering accurate radiation treatments as prescribed by the oncologist.
- Documented dosages administered , equipment settings, and patients responses in medical records.
- Assisted in maintaining departmental accreditation by adhering to regulatory standards for quality assurance and documentation processes.
- Educated patients about their treatment plan, side effects, and self-care strategies, reducing anxiety and promoting adherence to recommended practices.
Education
Radiation Therapy
Methodist University School of Radiation Therapy
Memphis, TN06.1993
Radiology
Methodist University School of Radiologic Tech.
Memphis, TN06.1992
High School Diploma -
Wooddale High School
Memphis, TN05.1977
Skills
- Anatomy knowledge
- Safety practices
- Dosage Calculation
- Ethics and confidentiality
- Radiation dose protocols
- Medical Imaging
- Patient Care
- Patient care plan management
- Compassionate support
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Equipment Calibration
- HIPAA Requirements
Timeline
Radiation Therapist
West Cancer Center And Research Institute
2019.01 - Current
Radiation Therapist
Methodist University Hospital
1993.07 - 2018.12
Radiation Therapy
Methodist University School of Radiation Therapy
Radiology
Methodist University School of Radiologic Tech.
High School Diploma -
Wooddale High School
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