Certified Radiologic Therapeutic Technologist (RTT)

ansiblegovernmentsolutions; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC is seeking Certified Radiologic Therapeutic Technologists to support the Washington DC VA Medical Center. The role involves delivering radiation treatments, operating therapy equipment, and performing imaging, simulation, and planning for patients, following physician prescriptions and safety guidelines.

Candidates must have an Associate degree or higher from a JRCERT-accredited program and ARRT certification in radiation therapy, with at least one year of

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher from a JRCERT-accredited program is required.
• ARRT certification in radiation therapy is required.
• One year of experience in Radiation oncology equipment and delivery, including 3D-CRT, IMRT, IGRT, SBRT.
• Familiarity with VA CPRS and VISTA imaging systems; current BLS/ACLS.
• Communicate adherence to NRC and ASTRO/APEx radiation safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic radiation treatments per physician prescriptions.
• Operate and maintain radiation therapy equipment (e.g., Varian linear accelerators).
• Perform patient imaging, simulation, and treatment planning.
• Maintain accurate patient positioning and markings.
• Document treatment notes in VA’s CPRS system within 24 hours.
• Adhere to radiation safety guidelines.

Skills

Radiation therapy experience

Imaging procedures

Treatment planning

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree or higher from a JRCERT-accredited program

ARRT certification in radiation therapy

Tools

VA CPRS

VISTA imaging systems

Job description

Overview

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting multiple Certified Radiologic Therapeutic Technologist to work us in support of the Washington DC VA Medical Center, located at 50 Irving ST NW Washington, DC, 20422. The schedule is typically Monday-Friday either 8am-4:30pm or 7am-3:30pm. If you accept employment with Ansible, you must also acknowledge that any assigned schedule is subject to change at the direction of either Ansible or its customers. Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Federal customers with solutions in many arenas. Our customers face wide-ranging challenges in the fields of national security, health care, and information technology. To address these challenges, we employ intelligent and committed staff who take care of our customers’ success as if it is their own.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic radiation treatments per physician prescriptions
• Operate and maintain radiation therapy equipment (e.g., Varian linear accelerators)
• Perform patient imaging, simulation, and treatment planning
• Maintain accurate patient positioning and markings
• Document treatment notes in VA’s CPRS system within 24 hours
• Adhere to NRC and ASTRO/APEx radiation safety guidelines
• Assist with block construction and CT data acquisition for treatment planning
• Ensure supplies and equipment are available and functional
• Perform timeout procedures and patient identification before treatment
• Attend staff meetings as required
• Report patient safety incidents within 24 hours
• Submit entries to VA’s Patient Safety Reporting System
• Participate in quarterly performance improvement reporting
• Maintain compliance with VA documentation and billing standards

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate degree or higher from a JRCERT-accredited program
• ARRT certification in radiation therapy
• One year of experience in: Radiation oncology equipment, therapeutic radiation delivery, techniques: 3D-CRT, IMRT, IGRT, SBRT
• Must have knowledge of radiation oncology care principlesand familiarity with VA's CPRS and VISTA imaging systems
• Must maintain a current AHA BLS and ACLS

All candidates must be able to:

• Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift
• Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist
• Lift up to 20 lbs
• Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance
• Push/pull with 30 lbs of force

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.