Proton Therapist - full time, days

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

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LOCATION: Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Center in Lancaster, PA

SIGN-ON BONUS: Up to $10,000.00 prorated based on hours worked per week with a 2-year commitment. External eligible candidates only.

SCHEDUELE: Full time (40 hours per week), Monday through Friday from 7am-7pm, with a rotating weekend on-call Friday 6pm through Sunday every 8-10 weeks, no holidays

POSITION SUMMARY:

· Provides Proton radiological care for the purpose and treatment of anatomic and physiological disorders within the Radiation Therapy section of the Department of Radiology. Patient care includes care to patients in the following age groups: adolescent (13 through 18 years), adult (19 through 64 years), and geriatric (65 years and above).

· As part of your role, you will have the opportunity to rotate through different clinical areas. The specific areas you work in will depend on the needs of the department and where additional support is needed. This rotation will help you gain experience across different areas while ensuring we meet the needs of our patients and clinical team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Deliver the prescribed course of radiation therapy and maintain records of the daily treatment as required by the department.
• Must be able to review patient records, document information to chart the course of treatment and schedule appropriate appointments.
• Must be proficient in image acquisition for the purpose of treatment field verification and localization.
• Requires the ability to perform CT simulation procedures as ordered by the physician including the creation of immobilization devices for the patient.
• Deliver Proton therapy as prescribed by the radiation oncologist. Complies with all Proton related policies and procedures.
• Complies with all Safety features related to Pro Beam 360
• The radiation therapist assists with procedures and delivers Brachytherapy treatment, Stereotactic Radiosurgery and Radiation therapists are required to participate in the education and evaluation of radiation oncology students as directed by the Radiation Therapy Clinical Instructor.
• Radiation therapists rotate through an on-call schedule to cover the clinic during weekends and holidays.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALFICATIONS:

• HS Diploma or GED
• Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy program
• Certification in Radiation Therapy Technology, issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology. For individuals hired/placed prior to 6/30/2023, certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire/placement date
• 2 years clinical experience as a Radiation Therapist
• Completion of Penn Oncolink Training
• Completion of Proton specific Competencies.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with Service Engineers

 

 

 

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.