Melody Fisher
Merrillville
Summary
Accomplished Radiologic Science Technologist and Radiation Therapy Program Director with 15 years of experience in medical imaging and radiologic science education, seeking to transition into a managerial role within a radiology department. Eager to leverage extensive technical expertise, leadership skills, and program management experience to enhance departmental operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and improve patient care. Committed to fostering a collaborative team environment and driving continuous improvement in radiology practices.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Director Radiation Therapy/Clinical Lecturer
Indiana University Northwest
01.2021 - Current
- Ability to lead and manage a sizeable number of students, including class selection, training and evaluating student performance
- Ensuring the radiation therapy program is in compliance with JRCERT standards
- Ensure students adheres to all healthcare regulations and safety standards
- Teach didactic and laboratory components of coursework
- Assess course effectiveness through formative and summative evaluations
- Designed assessment tools to assure patient care standards were met
- Evaluated student performance and learning outcomes
- Revised teaching materials and assessment tools
- Practiced in writing and implementing policy and procedures
Radiation Therapist
Loyola University Medical Center
01.2017 - Current
- Proficient in treatment delivery according to physician prescription
- Perform Computed Tomography Simulations, ensuring patient safety and maintaining ALARA
- Overseeing daily operations including coordinating patient schedules across a multidisciplinary clinic
- Practiced in writing and implementation of policy and procedures, as well as user guides for the linear accelerator and CT Simulator
- Staying updated with advancements in radiological technology and implementing new techniques as appropriate
- Handling patient complaints and implementing corrective actions as needed
- Perform daily Quality Assurance on Siemens and Phillips Computed Tomography scanners, as well as Linear Accelerators
- In-depth knowledge of radiation therapy procedures, equipment, and safety protocols
- Ensuring the department adheres to all healthcare regulations and safety standards
Radiation Therapist
Ingalls Memorial Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Proficient in treatment delivery according to physician prescription
- Perform Computed Tomography Simulations, ensuring patient safety and maintaining ALARA
- Coordinate patient schedules across a multidisciplinary clinic
- Practiced in writing and implementation of policy and procedures, as well as user guides for the linear accelerator and CT Simulator
- In-depth knowledge of radiology procedures, equipment, and safety protocols
- Performed daily Quality Assurance on Varian TrueBeam and GE Computed Tomography scanner
Education
B.S. - Radiation Therapy
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, INMaster of Public Affairs - Healthcare Administration
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, INSkills
- Relationship building
- Research and analysis
- Patient care
- Effective leader
- Adaptability
- Proficient in Imaging Technology
- Healthcare Regulatory Compliance
Certification
- Registered Radiation Therapist - R.T.(T)(ARRT)
- BLS certified
Associations
- ASRT
- IEMA
Timeline
Program Director Radiation Therapy/Clinical Lecturer
Indiana University Northwest
01.2021 - Current
Radiation Therapist
Loyola University Medical Center
01.2017 - Current
Radiation Therapist
Ingalls Memorial Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2017
Master of Public Affairs - Healthcare Administration
Indiana University Northwest
- Registered Radiation Therapist - R.T.(T)(ARRT)
- BLS certified
B.S. - Radiation Therapy
Indiana University Northwest
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