Ursula Meier
Wakefield
Summary
Compassionate, ARRT certified Radiation Therapist with licensing since 2004 and extensive clinical experience in Adult and Pediatric Oncology. Proven expertise in therapeutic radiation and Child Life training enhances patient support during vulnerable moments. Experienced in high-volume cancer centers across Massachusetts and Southern California, utilizing technologies such as Varian TrueBeam, Elekta, and EPIC. Recent contributions include IMRT and SBRT case management, along with administrative support in scheduling and patient records.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiation Therapist
Center for Cancer Care
Winchester
03.2024 - Current
- Perform daily patient setup and positioning using embolization devices and image guidance for reproducible treatments.
- Collaborate with radiation team members to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Provide direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety throughout procedures.
- Utilized Epic and Aria systems for scheduling treatments, consultations, simulation planning, and follow-up appointments.
- Operated Varian True Beam employing advanced techniques like IMRT, IGRT, 3D, and SBRT.
- Conducted daily image guidance with CBCT, portal imaging, and Kv imaging to verify setup accuracy.
- Administered treatments for various cancers including breast, prostate, head and neck, thoracic, brain, gynecological, skin, and pelvic cancers.
Radiation Therapist
Sharp Healthcare
San Diego
08.2015 - 12.2017
- Managed care operations in a high-demand Radiation Oncology Department using Elekta and Mosaic software.
Executed treatment plans incorporating IMRT, SRS, and SRT modalities.
Performed CT-based Simulations to enhance treatment precision.
Leveraged Electron treatments with APeX and Body Fix Systems for optimal patient outcomes.
Partnered with a dedicated team to ensure seamless department functionality.
Radiation Therapist
UCSD Medical Center
La Jolla
07.2004 - 09.2008
- Maintained daily records of patient treatments and schedules within Radiation Oncology team.
Ensured operation and quality assurance of treatment equipment and facilities.
Specialized in Pediatric treatment cases from Rady Children's Hospital, leveraging Child Life qualifications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Sciences
Boston, MA05-2004
Bachelor of Science - Human Development
Wheelock College
Boston, MA12-2000
Skills
- Radiation delivery
- Patient management
- Compliance standards
- Workflow optimization
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Treatment planning
- Patient care
- Anatomy knowledge
- Safety practices
- Task prioritization
- Professionalism
- Communication skills
- Patient assessment
- Team collaboration
- Care planning
- Patient education
- Quality assurance
- Documentation expertise
- Safety protocols
- Decision making
- Multitasking skills
- HIPAA compliance
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Radiation Therapist
Center for Cancer Care
03.2024 - Current
Radiation Therapist
Sharp Healthcare
08.2015 - 12.2017
Radiation Therapist
UCSD Medical Center
07.2004 - 09.2008
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Human Development
Wheelock College
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