Randy Nguyen
About Randy Nguyen
Randy Nguyen is a Proton Therapy Service Engineer at IBA, where he has worked since 2019. He specializes in system upgrades and has achieved high clinical uptime for proton therapy systems.
Work at IBA
Randy Nguyen has been employed at IBA as a Proton Therapy Service Engineer since 2019. In this role, he has executed significant system upgrades to the pencil beam scanning treatment modality. His responsibilities include performing physics calibrations and validation testing of beamline and nozzle delivery systems. He has maintained clinical uptime exceeding 97% for a four-room proton therapy system, demonstrating his commitment to operational excellence. Additionally, he has supported various upgrades, including the Dark Current upgrade, Adapt Deliver upgrade, and Service Pack 2 for the safety system.
Education and Expertise
Randy Nguyen earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Physics/Applied Physics from the University of Washington, completing his studies from 2015 to 2019. His educational background provides a strong foundation in the principles of physics and engineering, which he applies in his current role. He has also completed advanced system training and EHS certification, focusing on electrical safety, radiation protection, and working at heights, enhancing his expertise in the field of proton therapy.
Background
Prior to his role at IBA, Randy Nguyen worked at Kohl's in the Bellingham, Washington area as a Customer Service representative from 2015 to 2018. This experience provided him with valuable skills in customer interaction and service, which complement his technical expertise in engineering and medical devices. His transition from customer service to a technical role in proton therapy reflects a diverse skill set and adaptability.
Achievements
Randy Nguyen has achieved notable milestones in his role as a Proton Therapy Service Engineer. He has successfully executed a major system upgrade to the pencil beam scanning treatment modality, ensuring compliance with technical and quality assurance processes necessary for FDA approval and ISO 13485 medical device certification. His efforts in maintaining clinical uptime exceeding 97% for a four-room proton therapy system highlight his effectiveness in managing complex technical systems.