MICHELLE CASTRO AVILES
Union City,NJ
Summary
Dedicated imaging professional experienced in mammography and diagnostic radiography, with additional clinical training in radiation therapy. Focused on patient safety, accurate positioning, quality imaging, and compassionate care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Mammography Technologist
Comprehensive Breast Center at Palisades Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
- Perform mammographic imaging while ensuring optimal positioning, high image quality, patient comfort, and adherence to radiation safety protocols.
- Set up mammography equipment for daily imaging procedures. and the imaging room for daily use.
Radiologic Technologist
HMH Palisades Medical Center
01.2019 - Current
- Conducted diagnostic radiographic examinations in hospital setting, ensuring accurate positioning, high image quality, and patient safety.
- Provided portable and routine imaging, applied ALARA principles, and communicated effectively with patients and clinical teams.
Mammography Technologist
Atlantic Health System - Morristown Medical Center
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Performed mammographic imaging and supported safe, efficient patient flow in a hospital-based breast imaging environment.
- Maintained accurate documentation and high standards for patient care, positioning, and image quality.
Radiologic Technologist
Bergen X-Ray
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Performed outpatient diagnostic radiography with emphasis on accurate positioning, diagnostic image quality, and patient-centered care.
- Prepared patients for imaging procedures while maintaining radiation safety and image-quality standards.
Education
Certificate - Radiation Therapy
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ09.2026
Certificate - Mammography
Pulse Radiology
Online01.2023
Associate in Science - Radiography
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ07.2016
Certification
- R.T. (R) (T) (M) (ARRT)
- AHA BLS, expires 2027
CLINICAL EDUCATION
RADIATION THERAPY STUDENT
Bergen Community College | 09/25 - 09/26
- Completed more than 1,226 hours of supervised clinical practice in various healthcare settings.
- Completed rotations at Englewood Hospital, Hackensack University Medical Center, Holy Name Medical Center, JFK Medical Center, Overlook Medical Center, St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center, and The Valley Hospital.
- Assisted with patient positioning and immobilization for external beam radiation treatments.
- Participated in CT simulation and patient positioning procedures using GE and Philips simulators.
- Clinical exposure to Varian TrueBeam, Clinac 2300, Halcyon, CyberKnife, and TomoTherapy treatment platforms.
- Training included 3D-CRT, IMRT, VMAT, IGRT, SBRT/SRS, electrons, HDR brachytherapy, and TBI.
- Familiar with Eclipse, ARIA, Epic, CBCT, kV/MV imaging, AlignRT, and ExactTrac.
Timeline
Mammography Technologist
Atlantic Health System - Morristown Medical Center
09.2024 - 06.2025
Mammography Technologist
Comprehensive Breast Center at Palisades Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Bergen X-Ray
09.2019 - 01.2021
Radiologic Technologist
HMH Palisades Medical Center
01.2019 - Current
Associate in Science - Radiography
Bergen Community College
Certificate - Radiation Therapy
Bergen Community College
Certificate - Mammography
Pulse Radiology