Lee-Ann Fiore
Portland,ME
Summary
Attentive Senior Radiation Therapist adept at safely and effectively administering simulation for and delivery of radiation therapy treatments. Offering 27 years of success in patient-facing roles, focused and personable mentality and strong skills with both Varian and Siemens accelerators, GE CT scanners, conventional simulators, ARIA and MOSAIQ.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Radiation Therapist
Massachusetts General Hospital Radiation Oncology
Boston, MA
06.2021 - Current
- Observed patients during treatment to monitor for any adverse treatment reactions and offered quick emergency response to address concerns.
- Documented patient data in EMR chart and reviewed prior health history to understand needs and deliver targeted care.
- Educated, prepared and reassured patients and families by answering questions, providing physical assistance and reinforcing physicians' advice regarding treatment reactions or post-treatment care.
- Positioned patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription.
- Monitored operation of radiation therapy equipment to verify continuous functionality, identified faults and escalated repair needs for quick attention and resolution.
- Followed physician instructions and prescription data when preparing patients for and administering treatments and simulation.
- Operated and adjusted radiation therapy equipment in alignment with physician orders and manufacturer recommendations to meet specific patient needs.
- Photograph area of patient being treated and import into MOSAIQ for reference on treatment machine. Photos document immobilizations utilized, arm position, old and new tattoos, ap and lateral isocenter placement
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently, completing on average between 9- 12 simulations per day in 45-minute slots.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Radiation Therapist
Maine Medical Center
Portland , Maine
09.2004 - 06.2021
- Administered radiation therapy in prescribed doses and to designated anatomy to directly affect target areas.
- Monitored operation of radiation therapy equipment to verify continuous functionality, identified faults and escalated repair needs for quick attention and resolution.
- Positioned patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription.
- Followed physician instructions and prescription data when preparing patients for and administering treatments.
- Operated and adjusted radiation therapy equipment in alignment with physician orders and manufacturer recommendations to meet specific patient needs.
- Educated, prepared and reassured patients and families by answering questions, providing physical assistance and reinforcing physicians' advice regarding treatment reactions or post-treatment care.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere. Treated on average 35-40 patients per day on linear accelerator and 8-10 simulations per day.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Photographed treated area of patient and process film.
- Observed patients during treatment to monitor for any adverse treatment reactions and offered quick emergency response to address concerns.
- Documented patient data in EMR chart and reviewed prior health history to understand needs and deliver targeted care.
- Maintained adequate patient and personnel protection in presence of radiation to avoid overexposure and tissue damage.
- Initial and Weekly Chart Checks
- Weekly Chart Rounds
Radiologic Technologist
Bridgton Hospital
Bridgton , Maine
09.2002 - 09.2010
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Processed, labeled and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
- Processed exposed radiographs using film processors or computer generated methods.
- Checked imaging equipment after every use to verify proper functioning.
- Operated mobile scanning equipment to obtain imagery in emergency situations in ER and ICU.
- Used radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to maintain safety of patients and staff.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
Radiation Therapist
Northern Light AR Gould Hospital
Presque Isle , Maine
07.2000 - 10.2001
- Administered radiation therapy in prescribed doses and to designated anatomy to directly affect target areas.
- Monitored operation of radiation therapy equipment to verify continuous functionality, identified faults and escalated repair needs for quick attention and resolution.
- Positioned patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription.
- Followed physician instructions and prescription data when preparing patients for and administering treatments.
- Operated and adjusted radiation therapy equipment in alignment with physician orders and manufacturer recommendations to meet specific patient needs.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Photographed treated area of patient and process film and placed in patient chart.
- Educated, prepared and reassured patients and families by answering questions, providing physical assistance and reinforcing physicians' advice regarding treatment reactions or post-treatment care.
- Documented patient data in written charts and reviewed prior health history to understand needs and deliver targeted care.
- Hand Calculations
- Poured Blocks
- Placement of Hard Wedges and Blocks
- Initial and Weekly Chart Checks
- Weekly Chart Rounds
Cardio-Interventional Technologist
Maine Medical Center
Portland, Maine
09.1995 - 07.2000
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Handled private and confidential information in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
- Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films and chemicals.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures.
- Monitored patients for signs of adverse reactions or other abnormalities of significance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business And Health Administration
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
Standish, ME05.2007
Associate of Science - Radiation Therapy
Southern Maine Community College
South Portland, ME1995
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Mercy Hospital School of X-Ray
Portland, ME1994
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
Standish, ME1994
Skills
- Self-motivated, team player, driven and detail oriented
- Experience on Varian IX, Varian 2100c, True Beam, True Beam Slim, Primus, Cobalt 60
- Experience on GE Lightspeed and Conventional Sim both with and without fluoro capability
- Experience w/ Focal, Eclipse, 4D Scanning and Advantage Works
- Trained to administer IVs and deliver IV contrast
- Aria 156 and MOSAIQ experience
- Streamlining new procedures and policies within department
- Actively participating in departmental process improvement
- Cover time off for team leads by being point person in sim while leads are off
- Train and evaluate students and staff members
Accomplishments
- Super user for both the True Beam and CT Simulator with the responsibility of training staff as well as our students.
- Super user for transitioning the department from a paper chart with Mosaiq R&V to a chartless department w/ ARIA.
- Trained and Implemented the DIBH simulation and treatment process for the Left Breast working closely with both physics and Radiation Oncologists.
- Created the therapist True Beam guide for warmup process, QA procedures, trouble shooting guide, power up after a power loss to the machine, etc...
- Completed customer service and leadership courses.
- Actively participated in EOC Rounds and KPI presentations
Certification
State of Massachusetts
Massachusetts Department of Public Healthcare
Radiation Control Program
Radiologic Technologist License
Radiation Therapy, Radiography
#21248 EXP: 3/31/2023
State of New Hampshire
Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy
Radiation Therapy, Radiography
License #2178
Expiration March 31, 2023
State of Maine
Department of Professional and Financial Regulation
Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners
RT3600 EXP 8/31/2024
ARRT Certified, Expires March 2023
BLS Certified, Expires June 2024
Timeline
Senior Radiation Therapist
Massachusetts General Hospital Radiation Oncology
06.2021 - Current
Radiation Therapist
Maine Medical Center
09.2004 - 06.2021
Radiologic Technologist
Bridgton Hospital
09.2002 - 09.2010
Radiation Therapist
Northern Light AR Gould Hospital
07.2000 - 10.2001
Cardio-Interventional Technologist
Maine Medical Center
09.1995 - 07.2000
Bachelor of Science - Business And Health Administration
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
Associate of Science - Radiation Therapy
Southern Maine Community College
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Mercy Hospital School of X-Ray
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
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