Therapeutic Radiation Technician

KurzSolutions•Seattle, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Emerald City The Community – Seattle, WA Seattle is one of the most vibrant and livable cities in the Pacific Northwest. Surrounded by water, mountains, and evergreen forests, the city offers an unparalleled combination of urban energy and outdoor adventure. Home to a thriving tech industry, world-class dining, and iconic landmarks like Pike Place Market, the Space Needle, and the waterfront, Seattle consistently ranks among the top cities in the nation for quality of life. From kayaking on Puget Sound to hiking in the Cascades, the opportunities are endless. Explore Seattle Airport Information: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) serves over 200 non-stop destinations, connecting to all major U.S. cities and international hubs. Sea-Tac is one of the largest airports on the West Coast and is served by Alaska Airlines, Delta, United, Southwest, American, and many more. See the complete list here. About the Facility: VA Puget Sound Health Care System – Seattle Division The VA Puget Sound Health Care System is one of the leading VA healthcare systems in the country, providing comprehensive medical, surgical, mental health, and specialty care services to veterans throughout the Pacific Northwest. The Seattle Division campus features a full-service medical center with advanced radiation oncology capabilities, including a Varian TrueBeam linear accelerator with Onboard Imaging and CBCT. The Radiation Oncology department treats approximately 15–25 patients daily using advanced techniques including IMRT, VMAT, SBRT/SRS, and image-guided radiation therapy. The Seattle campus is located in the Beacon Hill neighborhood, minutes from downtown Seattle with easy access to public transit and major highways. ADDRESS: 1660 S Columbian Way, Seattle, WA 98108

Requirements

Graduate of an approved program in Therapeutic Radiologic Technology, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiation Therapy – minimum 2 years of experience
BLS certification from the American Heart Association or Military Training Network
3 years of experience with radiation oncology treatment machines and equipment (Varian TrueBeam preferred)
3 years of experience in 3D Conformal Radiation Therapy (3D-CRT), IMRT, and IGRT
3 years of experience with radiation oncology electronic medical records (Varian ARIA preferred)
3 years of experience with CT Simulator (GE or equivalent)
Unrestricted license to practice Radiation Therapy in any U.S. state
U.S. citizenship required; must pass VA background investigation

Nice To Haves

Experience with Surface Guided Radiation Therapy (SGRT) including VisionRT AlignRT simulations and breath hold preferred

Responsibilities

Treat approximately 15–25 patients per day in the radiation oncology clinic
Perform warm-up procedures, normal treatment operations, and emergency procedures on the Varian TrueBeam linear accelerator, including Onboard Imaging and CBCT
Perform imaging techniques including MV, KV, CBCT, Electron, 3D Conformal, IMRT, and VMAT SBRT/SRS procedures
Perform CT treatment planning scans for treatment planning and tumor localization
Prepare and customize patient immobilization devices
Deliver the prescribed therapeutic radiation dose for cancer treatment
Use Electronic Medical Record Systems (ARIA) to maintain patient records and treatment files
Utilize electronic radiation treatment charts for set-up instructions and treatment verification
Assist patients to and from the treatment room, transferring to and from the treatment table as necessary
Take port/verification films per departmental procedures
Prioritize tasks and schedule patients to optimize treatment times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases