Diego Alves
Miami,Florida
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled Radiation Therapist with 3 years of experience providing high-quality care to oncology patients. Expertise in delivering radiation treatments, using advanced radiotherapy equipment, and ensuring patient safety throughout the treatment process. Skilled inn patient education, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Seeking to leverage my clinical background, and passion for precision medicine to transition into the field of Medical Dosimetry. Eager to apply my strong foundation in radiation therapy, along with my enthusiasm for learning, to contribute to the development of personalized and effective radiation treatment plans.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiation Therapist
University of Miami Health System
09.2021 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort and safety during treatment sessions by properly positioning them and ensuring immobilization devices were in place.
- Contributed to a supportive work environment by fostering open communication among colleagues, sharing knowledge, and providing guidance when needed.
- Assisted in maintaining departmental accreditation by adhering to regulatory standards for quality assurance and documentation processes.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently delivering accurate radiation treatments as prescribed by the oncologist.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of radiation therapy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, helping them cope with the challenges of undergoing radiation therapy.
- Monitored and documented patient progress throughout the course of their therapy, making necessary adjustments to maintain optimal treatment effectiveness.
Radiation Therapist Student
UM Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Delivery of radiation treatments using the Trilogy and Truebeam
- Experience with the delivery of proton treatments with the Probeam
- Assisting in daily treatment set ups and patient care
- Treatment plan review and daily patient time outs
Radiation Therapy Student
Baptist Medical Center
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Positioned patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription.
- Documented patient data in EMR chart and reviewed prior health history to understand needs and deliver targeted care.
- Followed physician instructions and prescription data when preparing patients for and administering treatments.
Table Games Dealer
HARDROCK HOTEL & CASINO
04.2012 - 03.2020
- Accepts cash buy-ins and performs drop of cash according to company policy
- Assist in the handling of all guest related matters with positive outcomes on disagreements in a consistent, professional manner to ensure return visits
- Be familiar with the safe handling of cleaning products, equipment, and supplies
- Deals a combination of Blackjack, Carnival Games, and other specialty games such as Roulette and Craps
- Maintain continuous security of assigned game at all times
- Notify supervisor/manager of any suspicious or unusual activity and/or transactions in a timely and responsible manner
- Perform any other related duties as assigned
- Performs accurate chip and cash transactions
- Performs all duties while providing maximum game protection
Education
Bachelor of Science - Imaging Sciences
Boise State University
Boise, ID12-2022
Associate of Science - Radiation Therapy
Broward College
Coconut Creek, FL08-2021
High School Diploma -
Northeast High School
Miami, FL01.2001
Skills
- CPR
- Patient care
- Medical imaging
- Clinical research
- Anatomy
- Radiation safety
- Problem-solving
- EMR software
- Equipment calibration
- Radiation dose protocols
Certification
- BLS
- ARRT certification
- Florida State License
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Radiation Therapist
University of Miami Health System
09.2021 - Current
Radiation Therapist Student
UM Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
05.2021 - 08.2021
Radiation Therapy Student
Baptist Medical Center
11.2020 - 05.2021
Table Games Dealer
HARDROCK HOTEL & CASINO
04.2012 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Northeast High School
- BLS
- ARRT certification
- Florida State License
Bachelor of Science - Imaging Sciences
Boise State University
Associate of Science - Radiation Therapy
Broward College
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