Katherine Barger
Elkins,WV
Summary
Adept Radiologic Technologist and compassionate Staff Radiation Therapist, formerly with Vandalia Health/Davis Health System, I excel in patient safety and direct care, including pediatrics and cancer patients. My expertise in diagnostic imaging and patient-centered communication has significantly enhanced patient experiences. Proven track record in fostering positive team atmospheres and achieving high-quality imaging outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
Vandalia Health/Davis Health System
06.2007 - Current
- Enhanced patient experience with compassionate communication and meticulous attention to detail during examinations.
- Assisted in training new Radiologic Technologists on department policies, procedures, equipment usage, and best practices for patient care.
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Cultivated a positive team atmosphere by sharing knowledge, offering assistance, and fostering collaboration among colleagues.
- Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper positioning for imaging.
- Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, easing their concerns and fostering positive experience during imaging procedures.
Staff Radiation Therapist
Vandalia Health/Davis Medical Center
05.2006 - Current
- Educated patients on side effects management, helping them cope better with possible adverse reactions to treatments.
- Exhibited excellent communication skills when working alongside other healthcare professionals such as nurses, physicists, and physicians.
- Operated machine and treated patient with correct dose of radiation.
- Provided emotional support to patients throughout their cancer journey, fostering trust and building strong relationships during difficult times.
- Operated and adjusted radiation therapy equipment in alignment with physician orders and manufacturer recommendations to meet specific patient needs.
- Monitored operation of radiation therapy equipment to verify continuous functionality, identified faults and escalated repair needs for quick attention and resolution.
- Observed patients during treatment to monitor for any adverse treatment reactions and offered quick emergency response to address concerns.
- Positioned patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription.
- Administered radiation therapy in prescribed doses and to designated anatomy to directly affect target areas.
Education
Regents Bachelor of Arts - Radiology/Radiation Therapy
WVU
Morgantown, WV06-2003
Skills
- Patient safety
- Cancer Patient Care
- Perform Planning CT Scans
- Trauma imaging
- PACS system proficiency
- Fluoroscopic procedures
- Diagnostic imaging
- Orthopedic imaging
- Pediatric imaging
- Patient positioning
- Radiologic technology
- Bone densitometry
- Gastrointestinal imaging
- X-ray image analysis
- X-ray machine operation
- ALARA adherence
- PACS operation
Certification
- Radiation Therapy Technologist Certification - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
- Registered Radiologic Technologist (R.T.(R)) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Licensed Radiologic Technologist - WV
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers – American Heart Association or Red Cross.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
Vandalia Health/Davis Health System
06.2007 - Current
Staff Radiation Therapist
Vandalia Health/Davis Medical Center
05.2006 - Current
- Radiation Therapy Technologist Certification - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
- Registered Radiologic Technologist (R.T.(R)) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Licensed Radiologic Technologist - WV
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers – American Heart Association or Red Cross.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
Regents Bachelor of Arts - Radiology/Radiation Therapy
WVU
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