Rheanna Edwards
Apopka
Summary
Recent graduate with an Associate of Science in Radiation Therapy from Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology. Completed extensive clinical training in patient positioning, treatment planning, and safe delivery of radiation therapy. Skilled at providing compassionate patient care and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Eager to apply education and hands-on experience to begin a professional career as a Radiation Therapist.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiation Therapy Student
Winter Haven Hospital
Winter Haven
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Treated a diverse range of cases, including head & neck, partial breast, and prostate cancers using techniques such as IMRT, IGRT, and 3D-CRT
- Participated in and executed CT simulation procedures, including patient positioning and scan acquisition
- Gained hands-on experience operating a new linear accelerator model (Halcyon)
Hostess
Hurricane Grill & Wings
Apopka
12.2020 - 06.2025
- Trained and onboarded all new host staff, serving as the lead point of contact for front-of-house operations
- Greeted and seated guests, maintained the flow of service, and ensured positive guest experiences
- Created daily seating charts and server sections
- Provided ongoing support to servers and kitchen staff to maintain smooth shift operations
- Performed table resets, bussing, and restroom checks to uphold cleanliness and health standards
Radiation Therapy Student
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute
Lady Lake
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Assisted with daily patient setups, leveling, and efficient room turnover in a high-volume department
- Gained hands-on experience operating the control console and performing image matching
- Executed treatment protocols for advanced techniques, including SBRT, SRS, and DIBH treatments
- Observed and supported multiple brachytherapy procedures
- Strengthened clinical confidence in patient care, positioning accuracy, and workflow awareness
- Gained hands-on experience operating a new linear accelerator model (VitalBeam)
Radiation Therapy Student
Sand Lake Cancer Center
Orlando
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Developed clinical experience in electron therapy, specifically for nasal lesions
- Assisted in the treatment delivery for a high volume of prostate cancer patients
- Participated in patient setup, leveling, and alignment verification
- Contributed to the room turnover between patients and supported workflow efficiency
- Shadowed a dosimetrist to gain insight into treatment planning, contouring, and dose calculations
- Assisted in CT simulation procedures, learning patient positioning and scan acquisition basics
Radiation Therapy Student
Mid Florida Cancer Center
Oviedo
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Gained foundational experience in linear accelerator procedures and patient care
- Practiced tattooing technique using simulation models (e.g., oranges)
- Learned patient leveling, positioning, and immobilization for treatment accuracy
- Observed and participated in basic CT simulation processes
- Developed professional communication styles for patient interaction and comfort
- Built a strong understanding of daily treatment room flow and safety procedures
Education
Associate of Science - Radiation Therapy
Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology
Altamonte Springs, Florida08-2025
Associate in Arts -
Valencia College
Orlando, Florida08-2023
Skills
- Efficient in time management and maintaining a consistent workflow
- Strong in patient communication and promoting comfort throughout treatment
- Remain calm, focused, and reliable under pressure
- Quick to learn and implement new technologies and treatment protocols
Affiliations
ASRT Membership
Certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - 05/2026
• ARRT Registry - 03/2026
• ARRT Registry - 03/2026
Equipment/Systems
- ARIA
- Varian TrueBeam | Varian VitalBeam | Varian iX | Halcyon
- Siemens Biograph TruePoint PET-CT | Siemens SOMATOM Definition AS
Timeline
Radiation Therapy Student
Winter Haven Hospital
05.2025 - 08.2025
Radiation Therapy Student
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute
01.2025 - 04.2025
Radiation Therapy Student
Sand Lake Cancer Center
09.2024 - 01.2025
Radiation Therapy Student
Mid Florida Cancer Center
05.2024 - 08.2024
Hostess
Hurricane Grill & Wings
12.2020 - 06.2025
Associate of Science - Radiation Therapy
Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology
Associate in Arts -
Valencia College