Laura Whitener
Atlanta
Summary
Accomplished Radiation Therapist with a proven track record at Emory St. Joseph's Hospital, enhancing patient outcomes through precise radiation treatments and compassionate support. Skilled in medical imaging and patient care, adept at educating patients and ensuring safety. Achieved significant improvements in treatment adherence and patient comfort.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiation Therapist
Emory St. Joseph's Hospital
Sandy Springs, GA
03.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort and safety during treatment sessions by properly positioning them and ensuring immobilization devices were in place.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently delivering accurate radiation treatments as prescribed by the oncologist.
- Educated patients about their treatment plan, side effects, and self-care strategies, reducing anxiety and promoting adherence to recommended practices.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, helping them cope with the challenges of undergoing radiation therapy.
- Operated sophisticated radiation therapy equipment with precision, ensuring proper calibration and functionality before each use.
Radiation Therapist
WellStar Paulding Hospital
Hiram, GA
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Enhanced patient comfort and safety during treatment sessions by properly positioning them and ensuring immobilization devices were in place.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently delivering accurate radiation treatments as prescribed by the oncologist.
- Educated patients about their treatment plan, side effects, and self-care strategies, reducing anxiety and promoting adherence to recommended practices.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, helping them cope with the challenges of undergoing radiation therapy.
- Operated sophisticated radiation therapy equipment with precision, ensuring proper calibration and functionality before each use.
Radiologic Technologist
Northside Hospital Gwinnett
Lawrenceville, GA
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to all radiation safety guidelines and protocols.
- Optimized image quality by adjusting technical factors according to specific patient needs or clinical indications within prescribed dose limits.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
Education
Radiation Therapy - Radiation Therapy
Grady School of Imaging
Atlanta, GA07.2023
Radiologic Technology - Radiologic Technology
Grady School If Imaging
Atlanta, GA07.2022
Psychology - Psychology, Biology, And Public Health
Mercer University
Macon, GA05.2020
Skills
- Medical imaging
- Patient care
- Ethics and confidentiality
- Anatomy
- Radiation safety
- Compassionate support
Certification
ARRT Certified Radiologic Technologist and Radiation Therapist
Timeline
Radiation Therapist
Emory St. Joseph's Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Radiation Therapist
WellStar Paulding Hospital
08.2023 - 02.2024
Radiologic Technologist
Northside Hospital Gwinnett
01.2022 - 12.2022
Radiation Therapy - Radiation Therapy
Grady School of Imaging
Radiologic Technology - Radiologic Technology
Grady School If Imaging
Psychology - Psychology, Biology, And Public Health
Mercer University