Medical Assistant Treatment
Resume:
Norma Palermo, BS RT(T)
acxfx2@r.postjobfree.com
I am a Radiation Therapist actively seeking employment. I am currently registered by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT), in addition to a California State License in Radiation Therapy and have a current Basic Life Support (BLS) training. The attached resume details my experience as a Radiation Therapist in addition to other medical field experiences.
I'm a new and eager RT and have yet to have a year of field experience that you are seeking. However, I welcome the opportunity to train and be part of a dynamic team
If you need any additional information please email/phone me at the contact above. Thank you for time.
Kind regards,
Norma Palermo
Norma Palermo, BS RT(T)
acxfx2@r.postjobfree.com
SKILLS
Training in, but not limited to, the treatment of cancer sites such as CNS, Head and Neck, Thoracic, Breast, GI, GYN & extremities.
Clinical rotations in complex procedures included SRS & SBRT Radiotherapy, TBI, Craniospinal, Gated Breathing, Conventional/Virtual Simulation, Gamma Knife, and Interstitial Brachytherapy of the breast and pelvis.
Instruction in the use of Varian Linacs (6EX, 21EX, Trilogy, and True Beam), Hitachi Proton Accelerators, GE Healthcare and Phillips CT scanners, CT on Rails, Cone Beam CT, Image-guided Radiotherapy with KV and MV imaging, BAT ultrasound scanner.
Working knowledge of Clinic Station, ARIA and Mosaiq
EXPERIENCE
21st Century Oncology Palm Desert, CA 08/09/16-Present
Radiation Therapist (per diem):
Work proficiently with Varian, and Siemens, utilizing the treatment techniques 3D Conformal, IMRT, & IGRT.
Manage scheduling of all areas to include simulation and treatment.
Ensure pre-treatment field checks are completed in a timely manner.
Access patient's needs and use good judgment for requesting medical attention.
Coordinate all aspects of treatment with different departments to include Physician/Physics/Dosimetry.
Working knowledge of ARIA
Nuwest Group Temps Staffing- Various specialties Bellevue, WA 08/14-4/15
(including Minor and James)
Certified Medical Assistant:
Review patient’s medical history in advance of examination, vitals, weight, height and exam room set-ups.
Assisted in patient care procedures ie: shave & punch biopsies, ED&C, excisions, prepare specimens for lab work and advising patients of aftercare instructions. Able to numb patients for biopsy, filler and Botox procedures
Processed pre-authorizations for patient’s medications and managed inbox of doctor messages for patients.
Stock rooms and maintained inventory
University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Houston, TX 08/11-08/13
RT Student:
Applied knowledge of patient care and management
Responsible for operating complex radiation treatment machinery.
Instructed patients throughout treatments and simulations.
Arranged patient immobilization devices for treatments and simulations
Worked effectively with the radiation oncology team to provide optimal and efficient treatments.
Kaiser Permanente-Rad Onc., ENT, Internal Medicine Oakland, CA 9/06-08/11
Medical Assistant:
Performed patient vitals, health history intake, exam room set-ups, appointment scheduling, ear washes, audio testing, visual acuity, specimen collection, maintaining endoscopes clean/sterile
Assisted physicians with small procedures for skin biopsies and suturing and worked effectively with staff physicians and residents in providing patient care
Maintained inventory & supplies as well as other administrative duties
University Health Services @University of California Berkeley 07/04-11/06
Sports Medicine Clinic/Urgent Care
Clinical Assistant II:
Documented patient health history, performed patient vitals, room set-up for examination, specimen collection, ear washes, and suture removal
Supported clinicians with examinations and procedures: fitted and applied ace wraps, splints, slings, crutches and casting.
Assisted with physicals for student athletes (ie: height, weight, audio testing, visual acuity, spirometer) and student urgent care
Coordinated appointment scheduling and chart checks, ordered lab reports, and other clerical/reception duties.
EDUCATION
BS, Radiation Therapy,2013, University of Texas M.D. Anderson
BA, Sociology,2004, University of California Berkeley
Diploma, Medical Assistant,1999, Bryman College
CERTIFICATIONS
CRT #RHT00106739 Issued (April/2016)
ARRT #521546 Issued (Feb/2016)
BLS #CA20791 Issued (Jan/2016)
CMA #2475441 Issued (Jan/2015)
LANGUAGES:
Spanish &English
Proficient
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