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Rebecca Spence

Vancouver

Summary

Dynamic Senior Radiation Therapist with HCA Healthcare UK, skilled in multidisciplinary collaboration and treatment planning. Proven ability to mentor junior staff while delivering precise radiotherapy treatments. Committed to patient-centered care, utilizing strong analytical skills and adherence to radiation safety protocols to enhance patient outcomes and foster a supportive environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Radiation Therapist

HCA Healthcare UK
03.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
  • Lead the planning and delivery of advanced radiotherapy treatments, ensuring precision, safety, and adherence to evidence-based protocols.
  • Supervise and mentor junior radiographers, providing clinical guidance and fostering professional development.
    Collaborate with oncologists, physicists, and multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient care pathways.
  • Contribute to quality assurance initiatives, workflow improvements, and the integration of new radiotherapy technologies.
  • Provide compassionate, patient-centred care while maintaining high clinical and ethical standards.
  • Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
  • Documented patient data in EMR chart and reviewed prior health history to understand needs and deliver targeted care.
  • Operated and adjusted radiation therapy equipment in alignment with physician orders and manufacturer recommendations to meet specific patient needs.
  • Educated, prepared and reassured patients and families by answering questions, providing physical assistance and reinforcing physicians' advice regarding treatment reactions or post-treatment care.
  • Monitored operation of radiation therapy equipment to verify continuous functionality, identified faults and escalated repair needs for quick attention and resolution.
  • Administered radiation therapy in prescribed doses and to designated anatomy to directly affect target areas.
  • Positioned patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription.
  • Followed physician instructions and prescription data when preparing patients for and administering treatments.
  • Observed patients during treatment to monitor for any adverse treatment reactions and offered quick emergency response to address concerns.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Radiation Therapist

University College London Hospital
08.2023 - 02.2025
  • Operated and adjusted radiation therapy equipment in alignment with physician orders and manufacturer recommendations to meet specific patient needs.
  • Educated, prepared and reassured patients and families by answering questions, providing physical assistance and reinforcing physicians' advice regarding treatment reactions or post-treatment care.
  • Delivered precise radiotherapy treatments across both photon and proton therapy modalities, utilising advanced linear accelerator and cyclotron technology.
    Participated in treatment planning, including CT simulation, immobilisation, and image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT) for a wide range of complex oncological cases.
  • Collaborated within a multidisciplinary team of oncologists, physicists, and therapy radiographers to design and implement patient-specific treatment plans.
  • Provided compassionate, holistic care to patients, supporting them through side effect management and treatment education.
  • Maintained strict compliance with national and departmental protocols, actively contributing to service development and quality assurance initiatives.
  • Experience within Proton and Photon departments.
  • Monitored operation of radiation therapy equipment to verify continuous functionality, identified faults and escalated repair needs for quick attention and resolution.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.

Health Care Assistant

Guy's and St Thomas'​ NHS Foundation Trust
06.2019 - 07.2023
  • Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
  • Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
  • Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
  • Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
  • Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
  • Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
  • Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.

Education

Radiotherapy And Oncology

Health Science University
Bournemouth, United Kingdom
06-2023

Skills

  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Relationship building
  • Training and mentoring
  • Radiation safety protocols
  • Clinical research
  • Treatment Planning
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Teamwork
  • Analytical skills
  • Effective communication
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Time management

Accomplishments

    Showcased personal research project at ESTRO conference.

    "BEE' Award winner of the quarter at HCA Healthcare for high standard of patient care.

Certification

HCPC License


Timeline

Senior Radiation Therapist

HCA Healthcare UK
03.2025 - Current

Radiation Therapist

University College London Hospital
08.2023 - 02.2025

Health Care Assistant

Guy's and St Thomas'​ NHS Foundation Trust
06.2019 - 07.2023

Radiotherapy And Oncology

Health Science University

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