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Radiation Therapist / PRN

Emory Healthcare/Emory University

Atlanta, GA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Analysis Skills, Basic Life Support (BLS), Blood-Borne Pathogens, Cancer, Cardiac Surgery, Cardiology, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Documentation, Dosimetry, Environmental Work, Genetics, Healthcare, Hospital, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, LaTeX Typesetting, Legal, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Material Moving, Medical Tests, Medical Treatment, Medical Waste, Neurology, Nursing, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Performance Analysis, Physical Demands, Physics, Quality Assurance Methodology, Radiation Safety, Radiation Therapy, Radiography, Record Keeping, Regulations, Safety Standards, Simulation, Social Work, Staff Training, Team Player, Testing, Treatment Plan, Trend Analysis, Typing, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Atlanta, GA
POSTED
1 day ago


Overview



Where you matter as much as the work you do

  Join 

Emory Healthcare (EHC)

 if you’re looking for an opportunity with one of the nation's leading Atlanta hospitals in cardiology and heart surgery, cancer, neurology, and more! 

EHC 

is where those around you are dedicated to the power of teamwork, fostering an environment where you can learn, grow, and innovate with similarly passionate professionals.  Work with us to improve the quality of life throughout Georgia through partnerships with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Georgia Institute of Technology, and other organizations and make a bigger, greater impact than you ever thought possible. 

PRN Hours with flexibility to work varied hours.



Description

Under the supervision of the Chief Radiation Therapist, the Radiation Therapist performs treatment and simulation procedures, as directed by the Radiation Oncologist. + Perform radiation treatment and simulation procedures in accordance with the Radiation Oncologists instructions and departmental procedures. + Provide thorough documentation of simulation set-up, and procedure information. + Prepare and/or administer IV and oral contrast. Perform POCT testing for pregnancy, and in preparation for IV contrast administration. + Prepare treatment room and equipment for patient according to the prescription and simulation, including placement of immobilization devices, setting of treatment devices, verifying parameters and any protection devices. + Explain procedure, including pre- and post-simulation or treatment. + Answers questions and reassures patient before and after procedure. + Transfer patient to treatment table with care for IV s and catheters. + Checks patient treatment plan and delivers prescribed dose. Maintains patient markings. + Changes markings according to physician's direction or need. Documents treatment, in accordance with departmental protocols. + Keeps physician informed and adapts treatment per physician orders. + Acquires and analyzes digital radiographs of all treatment areas. + Observes radiation safety measures for patient and personnel Performs patient positioning and immobilization device construction to promote set-up consistency for daily treatments. + Operate CT simulation unit, and supporting equipment; Power injector, gating, model construction equipment. May assist in special procedures including HDR; Stereotactic Radiosurgery and Implants. + Evaluate images for technical quality, and proper positioning. Perform initial set-up checks to facilitate daily set-up consistency, and confirm congruency between prescription, treatment site, treatment plan parameters, and other relevant information. + Monitor patient visually and audibly during therapy procedure for any unusual reactions or events. + Uses judgment and informs physician if indicated by patient's condition, before proceeding with treatment. Reports significant information to designated supervisory personnel. + Interface in a highly collaborative manner with all members of the patient's care team including: radiation oncologists, physicists, dosimetrists, nurses, social workers, administration and others. + Schedule patients for treatment to optimize department efficiency and patient convenience. + Reports changes in patient's condition or inappropriate response to treatment to Radiation Oncologist or Nurse. + Assist with orientation and training of new or transfer staff to ensure competence in the functionality of all therapy related equipment. + Support training and oversight of radiation therapy students within the guidelines of the program and the department. Assist with the maintenance of department facilities, equipment, and supplies. + Reports maintenance and repair needs to supervisor. Maintain a clean and order work area. Participate in educational in-services, as appropriate. + Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain and expand knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments. + Ensure charges to patients for services rendered are accurately recorded. Perform on-call duties to provide emergency treatments during non-clinic hours. + Demonstrate continuous competency on an annual basis on all applicable equipment in the department. Participate in the evaluation of treatment devices. + Maintain compliance with medical center and regulatory agency standards in regard to annual training, infection control, Radiation Protection guidelines, and credentialing requirements. + Ensure adherence to patient safety standards. Complete daily QA process for CT scanner and Linear Accelerators. + Records results and reports suboptimal performance of these systems to the Medical Physicist and other designated personnel. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: + Level I - Certificate or degree from an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology program and at a minimum be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or be registry eligible; less than 3 years¿ work experience as a radiation therapists. + If registry eligible must pass registry exam within 6 months of employment. + Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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Division

_Emory Univ Hospital_

Campus Location

_Atlanta, GA, 30322_

Campus Location

_US-GA-Atlanta_

Department

_EUH Radiation Oncology - Bld C_

Job Type

_PRN / Registry_

Job Number

_167327_

Job Category

_Imaging & Radiology_

Schedule

_8a-4:30p_

Standard Hours

_4 Hours_

Hourly Minimum

_USD $49.50/Hr._

Hourly Midpoint

_USD $49.50/Hr._ Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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