Rad Therapist Lead

Overview

Under the general supervision of the Technical Director, the Lead Radiation Therapist performs treatment planning simulations and administers a prescribed course of ionizing radiation to the cancer patients. The Lead Therapist is also responsible for overseeing the work of the Radiation Therapists, troubleshooting problems and quality assurance efforts on the unit to which he/she is assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: 1. Must be a graduate of a program approved by the Council on Allied Health Education and Accreditation for Radiation Therapy Technology. 2. Must be board certified, or board-eligible with certification obtained within 6 months, in Radiation Therapy Technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. 3. Must hold, without interruption, current license as required by the State of Florida for Radiation Therapy Technology. 4. Must obtain BCLS certification within 6 months of employment and continually maintain certification. 5. Must have a minimum of two years experience as a Staff Radiation Therapist. Motor Vehicle Operator Designation: None provided Licensure/Certification/Registration: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, Florida Department of Health, Radiologic Technology Program.