Radiation Therapy Technologist

ansiblegovernmentsolutions; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC is seeking a part-time Radiation Therapy Technologist to provide onsite services at Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center in Long Beach, CA. The role supports comfortable patient care, accurate treatment delivery, and meticulous record-keeping.

Responsibilities include operating radiation therapy equipment, CT simulation support, contouring for planning, and adherence to safety guidelines. Requires ARRT certification, BLS, and at least 1 year of experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or certificate in Radiation Therapy.
• ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy.
• BLS certification.
• Minimum 1 year experience in radiation therapy.
• Knowledge of radiation safety principles.
• Experience with Varian Linear Accelerators; CT simulation; IMRT/IGRT.

Responsibilities

• Operate linear accelerators to deliver prescribed radiation treatments.
• Prepare imaging, simulation, treatment, and ancillary equipment.
• Position patients accurately for treatment using immobilization devices as needed.
• Explain procedures to patients and ensure comfort and cooperation.
• Observe and monitor patients during treatments for reactions and safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate treatment records in CPRS.
• Perform daily quality assurance checks on therapy equipment.
• Assist in CT simulation procedures and data acquisition as prescribed by physicists/physicians.
• Construct contours for planning and assist in treatment planning.
• Operate simulator equipment and acquire radiographs to localize tumor volumes.
• Limit radiation fields using lead cut-outs or MLC.
• Assist Radiation Oncologists with bolus design as directed.
• Maintain and update patient treatment charts and records.
• Adhere to radiation safety guidelines and participate in QA and education.

Skills

Patient care

Radiation safety

CT simulation

Varian Linear Accelerators

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree or certificate in Radiation Therapy

Tools

ARIA

CPRS

TrueBeam

Job description

Overview

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting a part-time Radiation Therapy Technologist to provide onsite services to eligible beneficiaries of the Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center located at 5901 E. 7th St. Long Beach, CA 90822. The clinic hours are typically Monday–Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm.

Responsibilities

• Operate linear accelerators and other radiation therapy equipment to deliver prescribed radiation treatments to patients.
• Prepare imaging, simulation, treatment, and ancillary equipment for patient use.
• Position patients accurately for treatment, using immobilization devices as necessary.
• Explain procedures to patients, ensuring their comfort and cooperation throughout the treatment process.
• Observe and monitor patients during treatments for reactions and safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate treatment records, including daily treatment notes in the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS).
• Perform daily quality assurance checks on radiation therapy equipment.
• Assist in CT simulation procedures, including acquiring specific data sets as prescribed by physicists or physicians.
• Construct accurate contours of patients\' bodies and perform necessary measurements for treatment planning.
• Operate simulator equipment and take high-quality radiographs to accurately localize tumor volumes.
• Limit radiation fields using lead cut-outs or multi-leaf collimation (MLC).
• Assist Radiation Oncologists with bolus design according to physician\'s direction.
• Maintain and update patient treatment charts and records.
• Adhere to all radiation safety guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and continuing education.
• Collaborate effectively with the multidisciplinary radiation oncology team.

Qualifications

• Associate\'s degree or certificate from an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology program.
• Current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiation Therapy.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in radiation therapy, preferably in a hospital or clinical setting.
• Knowledge of radiation safety principles and practices.
• Experience with:
  • Varian Linear Accelerators (TrueBeam or similar).
  • CT simulation.
  • Various treatment techniques including 3D-CRT, IMRT, and IGRT.
  • ARIA record and verify system or similar oncology information systems.
  • Strong understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Excellent patient care skills and bedside manner.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Good physical stamina to stand for extended periods and assist in patient positioning.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to pass a government background check and complete required VA training.

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.