Scarlette Groshel
Summary
Compassionate individual with a strong foundation in Radiation Therapy. Utilizes technical proficiency and interpersonal skills to support patients throughout their treatment journey. Dedicates efforts to ensuring a positive experience and adherence to treatment protocols.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiation Therapist
MUSC Radiation Medicine
Charleston, SC
05.2023 - 01.2025
- Executed radiation administration to rats as part of a diverse research initiative, contributing to experimental integrity.
- Managed communication and scheduling for total body irradiation, ensuring seamless integration among various medical departments.
- Created comprehensive training materials to facilitate effective learning experiences for new employees.
- Streamlined scheduling of chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments among departments to promote seamless patient experiences.
- Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving abilities when faced with unexpected challenges or complications during treatment sessions.
- 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.
- Positioned patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription.
- Educated, prepared and reassured patients and families by answering questions, providing physical assistance and reinforcing physicians' advice regarding treatment reactions or post-treatment care.
- Assisted in the calibration and maintenance of radiation equipment for optimal performance.
MUSC Team Culture + Engagement Coordinator
MUSC Wellness
Charleston, SC
05.2023 - 01.2025
- Developed promotional materials to effectively communicate health initiatives.
- Coordinated wellness programs to enhance community engagement and participation.
- Analyzed participant data to assess program effectiveness and inform future strategies.
- Implemented outreach strategies that increased awareness of available wellness resources.
- Built and maintained relationships with community organizations.
Radiation Therapist
Roper St. Francis Hospital
Charleston, SC
01.2025 - Current
- Administered radiation therapy treatments using advanced linear accelerators and imaging technology.
- Monitored patient responses during therapy sessions, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Educated patients about treatment procedures and potential side effects effectively.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Assisted in the calibration and maintenance of radiation equipment for optimal performance.
- Developed strong working relationships with physicians and other medical professionals, facilitating collaboration and enhancing overall quality of care for cancer patients.
- Proficient in Linac/CT quality Assurance procedures
- Created innovative treatment devices to facilitate seamless patient simulations and improve treatment consistency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiation Sciences: Radiation Therapy
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05-2023
Skills
- ARRT Registered
- BLS
- SC State Licensure
Technical Expertise
- Linear Accelerators: Varian TrueBeam, Varian IX, Eleckta, Halcyon, Radixact
- OSMS: VisionRT, Identify
- Brachytherapy: Gammamed IX (T&R, Cylinders)
- GammaKnife: Esprit, Perfexion
- CT systems: Siemens, Canon, Philips
- Information Systems: Aria, Epic
- Breath Hold Treatments: DIBH, ABC
- Imaging: CBCT, triggered/gated, Brainlab systems, KV, MV
- Special Procedures: clinical whole brain set-ups, clinic skin set-ups, TSET, TBI, SBRT, SRS, Total CNS
Timeline
Radiation Therapist
Roper St. Francis Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Radiation Therapist
MUSC Radiation Medicine
05.2023 - 01.2025
MUSC Team Culture + Engagement Coordinator
MUSC Wellness
05.2023 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Radiation Sciences: Radiation Therapy
Virginia Commonwealth University