Kristen Jackson-Gittens
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
A highly competent, detail-oriented, certified radiation therapist disciplined in clinical settings with experience in a broad range of advanced technologies for radiation therapy. Adept at safely and effectively administering radiation therapy treatments and successfully managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Empathetic, personable, and diligent, with an emphasis on patient safety and attentiveness to patients' needs. Well-cultured, always willing to advance in knowledge, and great at following instructions. Able to stay focused and remain composed during unfavorable situations. Leading by example and serving others before oneself with a hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiation Therapist Student
One Brooklyn Health-Brookdale University Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
03.2023 - 05.2023
Radiation Therapist Student
Flushing Radiation Oncology Services
Flushing, NY
12.2022 - 02.2023
Radiation Therapist Student
Staten Island University Hospital,Northwell Health
Staten Island, NY
09.2022 - 11.2022
Radiation Therapist Student
Kings County Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
06.2022 - 08.2022
Radiation Therapist Student
Holliswood Center for Rehabilitation
Hollis, NY
03.2022 - 05.2022
Lead Teller Operations Specialist
Bank of America
New York, NY
04.2007 - 08.2017
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Science
St. Francis College
Brooklyn, NY08-2023
Certificate - Radiation Therapy
Center For Allied Health Education
Brooklyn, NY07-2023
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
St. Francis College
Brooklyn, NY06-2021
Skills
Technology and Software Proficiency
- Varian: TrueBeam, Trilogy, Halcyon
- Elekta: Synergy, iX Infinity
- CT: Varian, Ge Discovery, Philips, Siemens
- AlignRT Advance, Respiratory Gating
- Observed: Brachytherapy
- Radiation Oncology Information System: Aria and Mosaiq
Treatment Techniques
- 3D Conformal, IMRT, SRS/SBRT, VMAT, IGRT, EPID, OBI, CBCT
- Performed daily QA warmups on linear accelerator and simulation machines
- Prepared treatment room with appropriate equipment for treatments and simulations
- Interpreted patient’s prescriptions and treated accurately under supervision
- Constructed a variety of immobilization devices and electron cut outs for patients
- Used topographical anatomy to localize area of interest and correctly scan for optimal imaging
- Meticulously aligned patients using triangulation and bi-angulation marks
- Captured images and interpreted daily CBCT, orthogonal and weekly port films to apply appropriate shifts
- Participated in cervical brachytherapy
Certification
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certified in Radiation Therapy
- New York State Department of Health: Radiation Therapy License #820693
- New Jersey State Department of Environmental Protection: Radiation Therapy License #662809
- American Heart Association: BLS/CPR/AED certified Exp. Nov.2025
Timeline
Radiation Therapist Student
One Brooklyn Health-Brookdale University Hospital
03.2023 - 05.2023
Radiation Therapist Student
Flushing Radiation Oncology Services
12.2022 - 02.2023
Radiation Therapist Student
Staten Island University Hospital,Northwell Health
09.2022 - 11.2022
Radiation Therapist Student
Kings County Hospital
06.2022 - 08.2022
Radiation Therapist Student
Holliswood Center for Rehabilitation
03.2022 - 05.2022
Lead Teller Operations Specialist
Bank of America
04.2007 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Science
St. Francis College
Certificate - Radiation Therapy
Center For Allied Health Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
St. Francis College
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certified in Radiation Therapy
- New York State Department of Health: Radiation Therapy License #820693
- New Jersey State Department of Environmental Protection: Radiation Therapy License #662809
- American Heart Association: BLS/CPR/AED certified Exp. Nov.2025
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