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Angela Carlson Chan

South San Francisco,CA

Summary

Compassionate Radiation Therapist skilled at operating and maintaining radiation therapy equipment to deliver effective care. Bringing 30 years of oncology patient care combined with a personable, attentive nature and proficiency in Varian Medical Systems, Leskell Gamma Knife, Accuray Cyberknife, Ocular Proton Therapy. Experienced working cooperatively with others in the oncology field to combat cancer. Thorough radiation therapist professional highly skilled in linear accelerators, cyberknife, gamma knife, proton therapy treatment with aptitude for monitoring and maintaining equipment. Proven history of sound judgment and reasoned thinking. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Radiation Therapist

UCSF Medical Center
05.1999 - 11.2023
  • Proficiently delivers radiation treatments using Varian Truebeam linear accelerator, Accuray Cyberknife, Elekta Icon Gamma Knife machine, Ocular Proton Therapy treatment; Performs treatment planning CT Simulations using Siemens CT.
  • Performs daily QA on Linac, Cyberknife, Gamma Knife Machine, CT Simulator. Preparation for setup and implementation of imaging and proton therapy treatment.
  • Assists in troubleshooting issues on machines
  • Assists in training new employees on Varian machines, Gamma Knife and Ocular Proton Therapy.
  • Performs clerical duties including scheduling, manual recording of treatment when necessary, reviewing activity charges.
  • Educated, prepared and reassured patients and families by answering questions, providing physical assistance and reinforcing physicians' advice regarding treatment reactions or post-treatment care.
  • Monitored operation of radiation therapy equipment to verify continuous functionality, identified faults and escalated repair needs for quick attention and resolution

Staff Radiation Therapist

Santa Clara Valley Medical
09.1993 - 05.1999
  • Delivered radiation therapy treatments using Varian linear accelerators.
  • Scheduled patients’ appointments.
  • Positioned patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription.
  • Educated, prepared and reassured patients and families by answering questions, providing physical assistance and reinforcing physicians' advice regarding treatment reactions or post-treatment care.
  • Photographed treated area of patient and process film
  • Monitored operation of radiation therapy equipment to verify continuous functionality, identified faults and escalated repair needs for quick attention and resolution

Education

Associate of Science - Radiation Oncology

City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
09.1993

Skills

  • Basic Life Support and ARRT certified
  • Varian and Aria trained
  • Quality patient care
  • Compassionate rapport and positive attitude
  • Excellent communication with coworkers and patients
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Troubleshooting Varian Truebeam, Cyberknife, Gamma Knife, CT
  • Adaptable to different department roles
  • Safety Practices
  • Compassionate Support
  • Critical thinking
  • Proficient computer skills
  • Self-Motivated
  • Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking Abilities

Timeline

Senior Radiation Therapist

UCSF Medical Center
05.1999 - 11.2023

Staff Radiation Therapist

Santa Clara Valley Medical
09.1993 - 05.1999

Associate of Science - Radiation Oncology

City College of San Francisco
Angela Carlson Chan