Luis Rodriguez
Naples,FL
Summary
Certified Medical Dosimetrist with broad background in radiation oncology planning and treatment. Highly skilled in leveraging technical expertise and patient-centered approach to deliver optimal care outcomes. Strengths include deep knowledge of 3D treatment planning, IMRT, VMAT, SBRT, SRS, brachytherapy procedures, and ability to rapidly adapt to advancements in technology. Previous work roles have demonstrated significant impact on improving clinic operations and enhancing patient safety protocols.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Dosimetrist
GenesisCare
Naples, FL
01.2021 - Current
- Reviewed prescriptions from physicians for accuracy prior to initiating any type of radiotherapy procedure.
- Ensured accuracy of all dosimetry calculations prior to release of a plan to the Radiation Oncologist or Physicist for review.
- Adhered to all best practices and protocols regarding radiation protection to protect patients and staff.
- Used radiation therapy equipment to deliver prescribed dosages to specific body parts.
- Prepared patients for treatments in accordance with prescription and care plan data, answered questions and adjusted positions to promote comfort with processes.
- Prepared or constructed immobilization, treatment or protection devices.
Certified Medical Dosimetrist
21 Century Oncology
Naples, FL
07.2000 - 12.2020
- Reviewed prescriptions from physicians for accuracy prior to initiating any type of radiotherapy procedure.
- Ensured accuracy of all dosimetry calculations prior to release of a plan to the Radiation Oncologist or Physicist for review.
- Used radiation therapy equipment to deliver prescribed dosages to specific body parts.
- Adhered to all best practices and protocols regarding radiation protection to protect patients and staff.
- Prepared patients for treatments in accordance with prescription and care plan data, answered questions and adjusted positions to promote comfort with processes.
Certified Medical Dosimetrist
Naples Community Hospital
NAPLES, FL
11.1990 - 07.2000
- Reviewed prescriptions from physicians for accuracy prior to initiating any type of radiotherapy procedure.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment used in delivering radiotherapy treatments.
- Maintained detailed records of each patient's radiation therapy treatments including dose distributions, beam parameters, monitor units.
- Evaluated patient charts for appropriateness before beginning a new course of treatment.
- Ensured accuracy of all dosimetry calculations prior to release of a plan to the Radiation Oncologist or Physicist for review.
- Prepared reports documenting dosimetric information regarding patients' progress throughout their courses of radiation therapy.
- Performed complex technical procedures such as CT simulation, immobilization devices, and quality assurance checks.
- Inspected radiotherapy machines regularly for malfunctions or damage that could affect patient safety.
- Implemented safety protocols specific to the use of radioactive materials in accordance with established regulations.
- Developed radiation treatments to ensure patient safety and comfort during the procedure.
- Calculated treatment plans for radiation therapy patients using computer software and manual calculations.
- Educated staff members on proper techniques for administering radiation therapies safely and effectively.
- Prepared or constructed immobilization, treatment or protection devices.
- Prepared patients for treatments in accordance with prescription and care plan data, answered questions and adjusted positions to promote comfort with processes.
- Used radiation therapy equipment to deliver prescribed dosages to specific body parts.
- Adhered to all best practices and protocols regarding radiation protection to protect patients and staff.
Dosimetrist
Valley Hospital
Ridgewood, NJ
09.1987 - 07.1991
- Verified that all prescription parameters are within acceptable limits before initiating any course of treatment.
- Reviewed patient charts for accurate documentation of pertinent data related to dosimetry calculations.
- Ensured accuracy in the calculation of dose distributions to organs at risk.
- Generated detailed reports outlining patient's treatment plan parameters such as beam angles, field sizes and doses prescribed.
- Calculated monitor unit settings based on the prescribed dose from the TPS system.
- Created patient specific immobilization devices to ensure accuracy of radiation delivery.
- Assisted Radiation Oncologists with treatment planning, dosimetry calculations, and simulations.
- Performed weekly chart checks for all completed courses of radiation therapy treatments.
- Developed radiation treatment plans and calculated dose distribution for radiotherapy patients.
- Documented daily quality control measurements for linear accelerators used in delivering radiation therapy treatments.
- Collaborated with medical team members including Radiation Oncologist and Medical Physicist in developing treatment plans.
- Performed physical assessments in alignment with individual treatment plans.
- Reviewed patient medical data, including health history, current prescriptions and care plan, to verify actions before administering medication.
- Prepared or constructed immobilization, treatment or protection devices.
- Adhered to all best practices and protocols regarding radiation protection to protect patients and staff.
- Used radiation therapy equipment to deliver prescribed dosages to specific body parts.
Education
Radiation Therapy
St. Barnabas Medical Center
Livingston NJ09-1987
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Passaic County Community College
Paterson, NJ09-1986
Skills
- Regulatory compliance understanding
- Treatment planning expertise
- Effective communication abilities
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Radiation safety
- Medical Imaging
- Patient Care
- Treatment Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Self Motivation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability
- Radiation protection protocols
- Problem-Solving
- Professionalism
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Radiation therapy dosage
- HIPAA Requirements
- Dosage Calculation
Accomplishments
I received the Puerto Rican Latin American Scholarship in College.
I also received the Who's Who Award anong with the Clinical Award
Certification
MDCB ASRT and AAMD
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Medical Dosimetrist
GenesisCare
01.2021 - Current
Certified Medical Dosimetrist
21 Century Oncology
07.2000 - 12.2020
Certified Medical Dosimetrist
Naples Community Hospital
11.1990 - 07.2000
Dosimetrist
Valley Hospital
09.1987 - 07.1991
Radiation Therapy
St. Barnabas Medical Center
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Passaic County Community College
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