Radiation Therapist

jobDescription

jobDuties

Reviews patient prescriptions to ascertain type of treatment required, location of sffected areas, history of previous radiation treatment, etc.

Safely positions patients utilizing immobilization devices.

Utilizes appropriate treatment accessories as prescribed by the physician.

Operates treatment machine (linear accelerator, HDR) precisely.

Administers ionizing radiation as prescribed per physician.

Verifies radiation prescription prior to treatment and confirms total radiation dose following treatment in patient charts.

Documents treatment in inpatient charts.

Localizes patient markings daily.

Completes on-going imaging of patients per departmental policy.

Assists patients in coordinating appointment time for daily treatments,

accommodating patient transportation, and other appointments.

Refers patients to social worker for counseling, transportation and medical equipment needs, etc. as appropriate.

Refers patients to nurse or physician for conditions requiring evaluation, as appropriate.

Assumes the duties of simulation.

Rotates through treatment areas as assigned.

Responsible for cleaning therapy rooms and work area; maintains linen and medical supplies for treatment rooms.

Adheres to the quality assurance policies of the department (chart checks, timeouts, machine warm-up, etc.).

Teaches radiation therapy students as defined by their educational requirements.

Performs all other duties as assigned or requested.

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jobSkills

Be self-directed

Be flexible and committed to the team concept

Demonstrate teamwork, initiative and willingness to learn

Be open to new learning experiences

Accepts and respects diversity without judgment

Demonstrates customer service values

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Normal office environment with minimal exposure to noise, dust, or extreme temperatures. Lifting of patients, moving & pushing wheel chairs / stretchers and lifting of equipment, above head, up to 50lbs. Potential exposure to radiation; however, adherence to safety procedures minimizes likelihood of danger. Frequent interaction with emotionally depressed and terminally/critically ill patients.

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jobEducation

Required Education:

• Highschool Diploma or G.E.D.

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor''s Degree.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• A.R.R.T. Radiation Therapy Technology Certification or registry eligible.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure:

• N/A

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scheduleNotes Duration: 14 Certificate - ARRT (R) & BLS Minimum exp: 2 years in Oncology Tech Required exp. Varian and Aria Shift: Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM.

minimumDegreeRequired Completed High School (Diploma or GED)

hoursPerDay 8

hoursPerWeek 40

languages Array

departmentName Radiation Oncology-Prof

jobCategory HFH-Clinical-Allied

Languages en (Speak, Write, Read)