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Radiation Therapy Service Technologist - BC Cancer - Abbotsford
Abbotsford
FULL TIME
August 31, 2024
- Maintain, service, troubleshoot and test radiation therapy equipment such as linear accelerators, cobalt units, low energy x-ray units, simulators, remote after-loading devices, and related ancillary systems under the direction of the Medical Physics Leader through performing duties such as
- Assessing and reporting to the Medical Physics Leader or designate, any information regarding the ability of treatment machines (or lack thereof) to function within manufacturers' specifications and/or as required by the program.
- Replacing and/or repairing components such as but not limited to: power supplies, circuit boards, relays, motors, ionization chambers, electron gun filaments, RF components, high tension components.
- Performing RF Tuning, beam steering, beam energy adjustments.
- Handling activated components in the linear accelerator head and disassembling equipment for decommissioning.
- Establishing and maintaining high vacuum conditions in accelerating waveguides.
- Collaborating with Medical Physicists to repair and maintain related electronic equipment, such as dosimeters, electrometers and beam scanners, which includes assessing their performance and verifying calibration.
- Second sourcing mechanical and electrical components.
- Conducting appropriate quality control and safety checks.
- Maintaining low dose rate remote after-loading units.
- Participate in the training of RTST Trainees by performing tasks such as providing day to day work direction, demonstrating troubleshooting and repair procedures, facilitating job shadowing, and providing technical advice.
- Participate in the assessment of RTST Trainees by providing input and feedback to Medical Physics Leaders regarding the progress of Trainees.
- Maintain related records by documenting information regarding maintenance, service, parts, calibration, test and modification performed.
- Compile educational material and resources such as vendor supplied/purchased operational manual, vendor tips and techniques, and professional best practices and for internal use and deliver in-services to RTSTs and Trainees as refreshers or in relation to new technology training.
- Participate as a member of the care team through performing duties such as functioning as a technical resource on equipment operation for other staff such as radiation therapists, nurses, oncologists and physicists.
- Diploma from a recognized training program in Biomedical Engineering or Electronics Technology.
- Minimum three (3) years of experience servicing radiation therapy equipment including completion of manufacturers' training for radiation therapy equipment OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the program.
- Successful completion of manufacturer’s training courses with at least one course successfully completed at the advanced level.
- Understanding of Radiation Therapy equipment advanced level theory
- Work with others including RTSTs and manufacturer service engineers
- Proficiency in operating the full range of Radiation Therapy equipment
- Experience in diagnosing, repairing and performing preventative maintenance on the full range of Radiation Therapy equipment
- Work independently during treatment day in the absence of other RTSTs
- Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
- Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).
- Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
- Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
- Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
- PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
- Access to Work Perks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.
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