Overview
Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting a PRN
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-4pm.
Must be able to cover at least 4 shifts per month. By accepting employment with
Ansible, you acknowledge that your assigned schedule may change based on
operational needs and 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
* 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
* Graduate of a JRCERT-accredited Radiation Therapy program (or equivalent
accredited program)
* ARRT(T) certification
* AHA BLS certification
* Minimum 1 year of Radiation Therapist experience
* Experience with:
* 3D-CRT
* IMRT
* IGRT
* CT Simulation
* Experience with Varian TrueBeam and ARIA (if this is actually used at the
site)
* Patient care and communication skills
* VA background check requirement
* No Sponsorship currently available
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.