Radiation Therapist

Position Overview

Join our Cancer Services team at Banner - University Medical Center Tucson as a Radiation Therapist. This key role will utilize the latest in Radiation Oncology technology to provide a wide range of treatments for Prostate, Breast, Head and Neck, Lung, SRS, SBRT, T&O, TBI's, Anesthesia and Pediatrics.

Core Functions

• Performs radiation therapy treatments by following and verifying referring providers’ orders.
• Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.
• Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed.
• Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.
• Operates treatment and treatment planning equipment to include simulation in accordance with departmental policy.
• Prepares treatments and administers prescribed doses in accordance with established policies.
• Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.
• Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures in accordance with established policies.
• Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements.
• Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance.
• Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors.
• Adheres to radiation safety practices.
• Ensures the safe receipt, administration, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials utilizing ALARA principles.
• Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to radiation oncology practice.
• Maintains confidentiality of all work information.
• Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department.
• Independently performs prescribed radiation therapy procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a strong knowledge of clinical care as normally obtained through an Associate degree in radiation oncology or related field.
• Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and licensure by the state regulatory agency if applicable.
• Must be knowledgeable of clinical techniques, applications and equipment relative to the area of work.
• Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, and be safety conscious.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous radiation therapy experience preferred.

Additional Related Education And/or Experience

• Preferred.

Position Summary

This position performs prescribed planned course of radiation therapy as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures, guidelines and protocols and in accordance with standards of professional radiation therapy practice. Performs needed assessment, care and treatment planning for patient population.