Renee Aguirre
Albuquerque,United States
Summary
Dosimetrist/ Radiation therapist, with a strong background in management experience and patient communication. Action-orientated with advanced technology and treatment planning. I desire a challenging position which will enable me to utilize my skills and educational background.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Dosimetrist
New Mexico Cancer Center
03.2023 - Current
- Developed personalized radiation therapy plans for patients, taking into account individual needs and preferences.
- Improved patient care by accurately calculating radiation doses for optimal treatment plans.
- Reduced treatment planning time with the adoption of advanced software tools and techniques.
- Worked directly with physician in verification simulation, treatment planning procedures and patient-specific radiation dose measurements.
X-Ray Technician
Lovelace Westside Hospital
07.2024 - Current
- Maintained high-quality images by performing routine equipment maintenance and troubleshooting issues promptly.
- Optimized image quality with correct positioning techniques tailored to individual patients'' needs or conditions.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of imaging procedures.
Radiation Therapist
Presbyterian Hospital
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Monitored and documented patient progress throughout the course of their therapy, making necessary adjustments to maintain optimal treatment effectiveness.
- Operated Elekta equipment with precision, ensuring proper calibration and functionality before each use.
- Assisted in maintaining departmental accreditation by adhering to regulatory standards for quality assurance and documentation processes.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of radiation therapy.
Medical Dosimetrist
Memorial Medical Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
- I have worked on Eclipse, and Tomotherapy work stations, along with GE lap lasers.
- Proficient with planning SBRT, Prostate, Breast and various other cases.
- Maintaining charts, along with ACR records.
- Over seeing department protocols.
Chief Therapist
Memorial Medical Center
01.2007 - 01.2021
- The last three years I have been training in dosimetry and attending school
- We do IMRT, and VMAT plans along with regular 3D plans
- We have a variety of cases such as H&N, breast, brain, and prostate to name a few
- I am familiar with Aria and mosaiq systems, along with the Eclipse and Tomotherapy planning stations.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
Radiation Therapist/X
RAY TECH, Eastern New Mexico Medical Center
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Treatment delivery, simulations, and QA on a daily basis
- Responsibilities included: Assisting in surgical procedures, and emergency room exams.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MEDICAL DOSIMETRY
JOHN PATRICK UNIVERSITY
CERTIFICATION IN RADIATION THERAPY - undefined
ASSOCIATES - undefined
SCIENCE - MEDICAL DOSIMETRY
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - undefined
WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY
2004
CERTIFICATE OF RADIATION THERAPY - undefined
2002
Skills
- Proficient with:
- Tomotherapy, Truebeam, Elekta
- Eclipse, Mosaiq, and Aria Systems
- Daily treatments, Daily QA,
- Treatment planning,
- Simulations, Scheduling,
- Establishing departmental protocols
- Patient care and safety
- Workflow
Additional Information
- ORGANIZATIONS: ARRT, ACR, NM LICENSE.
Timeline
X-Ray Technician
Lovelace Westside Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Junior Dosimetrist
New Mexico Cancer Center
03.2023 - Current
Radiation Therapist
Presbyterian Hospital
01.2022 - 03.2023
Medical Dosimetrist
Memorial Medical Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
Chief Therapist
Memorial Medical Center
01.2007 - 01.2021
Radiation Therapist/X
RAY TECH, Eastern New Mexico Medical Center
01.2003 - 01.2007
CERTIFICATION IN RADIATION THERAPY - undefined
ASSOCIATES - undefined
SCIENCE - MEDICAL DOSIMETRY
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - undefined
WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY
CERTIFICATE OF RADIATION THERAPY - undefined
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MEDICAL DOSIMETRY
JOHN PATRICK UNIVERSITY