radiation therapist Part Time Days

Evaluates prescribed imaging and makes requested changes

Accurately documents treatment information in the patient electronic record and utilizes the record and verify system.

Reviews all new starts

• Verifies patient positioning and field orientation
• Checks the record and verify system for prescription, treatment parameters, doses, treatment accessories, and monitor units

Maintains department supplies

• Provides supervised education experiences for students

Treatment Coverage

• Participates in after hours on-call coverage
• Maintains competency with after-hours treatment coverage
• Performs 2D treatment calculations

Prescription Verification

• Verifies the physician’s prescription and treatment parameters daily

Treatment Volume and Patient Positioning

• Identifies the treatment volume
• Positions the patient in a consistent and reproducible manner

Handling Patients

• Assesses patients’ needs
• Resolves potential problems or conflicts
• Communicates effectively with patients of all ages
• Treats patients in a timely and courteous manner
• Handles stressful situations appropriately

CT Simulation

• Administers contrast agents during simulation localization under the direction of a physician or non-physician practitioner

Adverse Reaction Reporting

• Immediately reports and documents adverse reactions to the managing physician and site leaders

Other Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Computer literate
• Proficiency in Electronic Health Records and record and verify systems
• Knowledge of anatomical structures for localization
• Technical skills to accomplish treatment plans proposed by Radiation Oncologists
• Ability to learn and use Radiation Therapy software packages
• Quick adaptability to departmental policies and procedures
• Understanding of Basic Radiation Safety concepts to keep exposure levels ALARA for patients and staff
• Proficient in the use of Linear Accelerator, Treatment Planning Simulator, and patient tracking and scheduling systems
• Excellent clerical skills for record keeping
• Knowledge of radiobiology, doses to critical structures, and lymphatics for spread of disease
• Effective communication skills and ability to handle delicate or stressful issues with tact
• Familiarity with a range of medical devices and systems including patient dose monitors, portal imaging systems, and patient immobilization devices
• Fluent in the English language and able to comprehend both written and verbal instructions
• Organizational, interpersonal, and customer relations skills
• Competence in grammar, spelling, keyboarding, and computer usage

Education

• Associate's [Required]
• Bachelor’s [Preferred]
• Completion of an accredited Radiation Therapy program [Required]

Work Experience

• 1+ year of experience as a radiation therapist [Preferred]

Additional Information

• Additional Licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.

Licenses And Certifications

• Registered Technologist – Therapy (R.T.(T)(ARRT)) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements

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Pay Range

• $35.78 - $66.55