Radiation Therapy Technologist (Long Beach, CA)

This position is still at the proposal stage and is awaiting award.This position will support the US Department of Veterans Affairs Critical Staffing Program.  The person in this position will represent International SOS and provide services outlined below: International SOS is looking for an individual who is an experienced Radiation Therapy Technologist to administer targeted radiation treatments to patients with cancer and other diseases, ensuring precise delivery and monitoring of therapy to achieve optimal outcomes. They work closely with oncologists and medical physicists to develop and implement individualized treatment plans by providing compassionate patient care.Key ResponsibilitiesAdhere to Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulations involved in handling and treating patients with ionizing radiation, and all radiation safety guidelines. Policies and procedures of the Radiation Oncology Service which are consistent with national recognized accreditation standards. This will include but not limited to all necessary data required to maintain the Radiation Oncology Quality Improvement Program. All ROS guidelines shall be made available by the Supervisory Therapist, Chief, Radiation Oncology Services, or designee will make available.  Receive and interpret prescriptions/instructions from the treating physician and carry out complex assignments while under general supervision of the Supervisory Radiation Therapist.  Prepare imaging, simulation, treatment, and ancillary equipment for patient use. This involves recording a series of measurements, including checks of the radiation field, to ensure basic specifications are met daily.  Maintain appropriate markings on patients’ skin to facilitate exact positioning for desired results and cushions/shields patients as appropriate. Procedures will be explained to patients securing the confidence & cooperation of patients, explain procedures while following ALARA principles.  Operate imaging and/or sealed radiation equipment.  Limit radiation field using lead cut outs or multi leaf collimation (MLC). May assist Radiation Oncologists with bolus design according to physician’s direction.  Position patients in the CT scanner and acquire specific data sets prescribed by the physicist or physician. Acquires the necessary tumor volume to be used in treatment planning. Gives the C.T.’s to the Radiation Oncologist for tumor volumes to be outlined. Contractor sets technical factors for radiotherapy procedures.  Set-up and operate accessory equipment.  As required, contractor may have to provide support, assistance, or coverage for absence of employees.  Ensure that supplies, materials, catheters, or other requirements are present and operational. Produce radiographs incorporating the information required for the prescription, treatment planning, field shaping, and initial set-up of the patient.  Ensure departmental and/or hospital policies are followed.  Perform timeout procedure and positively identify each patient before providing treatment. Maintain records of patients treated, therapy performed, and technical factors used. Operate simulator and take high quality radiographs to accurately localize tumor volume as required. Accomplish portal filming, localizing topographical landmarks.  Construct accurate contours of the patient’s body & perform necessary measurements utilized by the physicist.  Enter daily treatment notes into patients’ medical records using Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) within local guidelines (within 24 hours of treatment).  Perform related clerical duties. Report any out of the ordinary incidents or problems that are encountered to Radiation Oncology Nurse. This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.