Jodi Ward
Cartersville,GA
Summary
Radiation Oncology Supervisor and Interim Manager with 25 years of radiation therapy experience and 32 years in the medical field. Proven leader recognized for operational excellence, staff development, regulatory readiness, and patient-centered care. Highly organized, adaptable, and calm under pressure, with exceptional interpersonal skills and a strong record of leading teams through complex clinical and operational environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Manager, Radiation Oncology
Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
- Direct daily operations of the Radiation Oncology department, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient workflow.
- Provide leadership in human resources management, including coaching, mentoring, scheduling, and staff engagement.
- Establish operational and strategic direction aligned with organizational goals.
- Measure quality indicators and patient outcomes to continuously improve clinical services.
- Lead planning, implementation, and monitoring of current and new cancer programs and supportive services.
- Enhance customer satisfaction through effective communication with patients, staff, and physicians.
- Perform Epic work queues, Kronos timekeeping, and ancillary and operational reporting.
- Foster a positive, high-performance culture while maintaining effectiveness under stressful and rapidly changing conditions.
Supervisor, Radiation Oncology
Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
- Assist the Director with supervision of staff performance, scheduling, and payroll timekeeping.
- Train, mentor, and evaluate Radiation Oncology staff; conduct annual performance reviews.
- Deliver radiation treatments and simulations while coordinating patient scheduling and care.
- Monitor revenue, charge reconciliation, and chart audit accuracy.
- Serve as super user for ARIA, TrueBeam, and Vision RT technologies.
- Lead department readiness for DNV, ACR, and ASTRO/APEx accreditation.
- Ensure annual compliance with radiation safety standards, licensure, and mandatory training.
- Actively participate in leadership meetings, daily safety huddles, and director huddles.
Interim Manager, Radiation Oncology
Cartersville Medical Center
2017 - 2018
- Provided strategic and operational leadership for the Radiation Oncology department.
- Coached and empowered staff during a high-stress period of organizational change.
- Maintained exceptional patient care standards, resulting in a Press Ganey recognition for patient satisfaction.
Lead Radiation Therapist
Cartersville Medical Center
2017 - 01.2024
- Led the therapy team in implementing new techniques and resolving complex clinical issues.
- Partnered with leadership to develop and maintain protocols aligned with Quality Management standards.
- Oversaw hiring, onboarding, training, and professional development of therapy staff.
- Led weekly chart rounds and performed chart audits to ensure documentation and billing accuracy.
- Managed therapist scheduling and conducted annual performance reviews.
- Provided training on new and existing treatment equipment, including TrueBeam and Align RT.
- Managed department inventory, medical supply ordering, and equipment upgrades.
- Collaborated with physics on ARIA EMR upgrades and with nursing on the implementation of HDR procedures.
Staff Radiation Therapist
Cartersville Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2018
- Delivered prescribed radiation treatments and simulations with precision and patient focus.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and procedures.
- Performed daily QA, equipment monitoring, and reported malfunctions to physics.
- Ensured patient and staff safety while maintaining strict compliance with radiation protection standards.
Staff Radiation Therapist
Atlanta Oncology Associates
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Delivered radiation therapy treatments and simulations.
- Conducted monthly chart audits and quality control checks.
- Provided comprehensive patient education and documentation.
Staff Radiation Therapist
MD Anderson Cancer Center
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Delivered advanced radiation therapy, including stereotactic and clinical trial procedures.
- Instructed radiation therapy students daily.
- Demonstrated rapid competency development and early on-call responsibility.
Staff Radiation Therapist
Northside Hospital
01.2002
- Provided treatment delivery, simulation, imaging, and daily QA.
- Assisted physicists with calibration and Total Body Irradiation procedures.
Radiologic Technologist (Staff & Student Roles)
Hamilton Medical Center
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Performed diagnostic imaging, fluoroscopy, mobile imaging, and patient positioning.
- Maintained HIPAA compliance and minimized radiation exposure through shielding and positioning techniques.
Education
Certificate - Radiation Therapy
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN01.2002
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Dalton State College
Dalton, GA01.2001
Associate of Science - General Studies
Dalton State College
Dalton, GA01.1999
High School Diploma - undefined
Ringgold High School
Ringgold, GA01.1996
Certificate - undefined
Ringgold High School
Ringgold, GA01.1995
Skills
- Radiation Oncology Operations & Leadership
- Staff Supervision, Training & Mentorship
- Provides coverage for Front office Coordinator and Nursing
- Quality, Safety & Regulatory Compliance (DNV, ACR, ASTRO/APEx,COC)
- Patient Care Coordination & Education
- Revenue Monitoring & Charge Reconciliation
- Epic, ARIA, TrueBeam, Vision RT, Microsoft Office
- Radiation Safety & Equipment QA
- Conflict Resolution & Performance Management
- Scheduling, Timekeeping & Kronos
Certification
- Member of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT
- Member of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists ASRT
- BLS CPR certification
Timeline
Interim Manager, Radiation Oncology
Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
Supervisor, Radiation Oncology
Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Staff Radiation Therapist
Cartersville Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2018
Staff Radiation Therapist
Atlanta Oncology Associates
01.2004 - 01.2006
Staff Radiation Therapist
MD Anderson Cancer Center
01.2002 - 01.2004
Staff Radiation Therapist
Northside Hospital
01.2002
Radiologic Technologist (Staff & Student Roles)
Hamilton Medical Center
01.1999 - 01.2002
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Dalton State College
Associate of Science - General Studies
Dalton State College
High School Diploma - undefined
Ringgold High School
Certificate - undefined
Ringgold High School
Interim Manager, Radiation Oncology
Cartersville Medical Center
2017 - 2018
Lead Radiation Therapist
Cartersville Medical Center
2017 - 01.2024
Certificate - Radiation Therapy
Chattanooga State Community College
EQUIPMENT EXPERIENCE
- Varian: True Beam, 23 EX, 6/100, 600 C, 2100C, 2100C with exact targeting system
- SGRT Align R/T
- Elekta Precise Treatment Systems with IVIEWGT
- Siemens's: Mevatron, Primus, 6740, Lexar Siemens primart
- GE CT Scanner
- Varian Ximatron
- Toshiba LX40
- Focus Treament Planning, CMS
- Heutis Block Cutter, Compucutter
- Mosaic
- Aria
- Epic
- Lumisys
- CBCT and On Board Imaging
- Bat Systems
- Cobalt 60: Theratron 780-C
SPECIAL PROCEDURES
- DIBH
- SRS/SRT/SBRT
- IGRT
- IMRT
- HDR Gamma Med Plus IX
- HDR Skin Brachy
Awards
Press Gainey