Renetha Booker, clinical support specialist II at the Gary C. Werth building at Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and WashU Medicine, supports patients, staff and daily operations with care and consistency. Her responsibilities include providing patients and staff with information and directions, checking equipment to ensure it is safe to use, reserving conference rooms for meetings and events, and planning and coordinating special occasions.
“What keeps me at WashU is that I enjoy my work and I love the people,” said Booker. “It is like my real family, in the way that we support and are there for one another.”
In addition to her colleagues, Booker finds fulfilment in caring and assisting patients as they go through difficult times.
“What motivates me in my role is when a patient ‘rings the bell’, which symbolizes the end of a difficult chapter for them.”
Renetha Book, clinical support specialist II
Booker encourages anyone considering a career at WashU to take the leap. With the many opportunities for growth and education, she says the support is amazing. Whether it’s getting a degree or working towards a certificate, the possibilities at WashU are endless.
In her free time, Booker spends her time with family and enjoys traveling. She also likes watching true crime TV and refurbishing furniture for her home.