Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology - Hopewell - PER DIEM

Position Overview

Prepare immobilization devices in accordance with physician prescription.
Films specified treatment volume for review and approval by physician.
Marks/tattoos appropriate body anatomy for daily positioning on linear accelerator.
Documents or captures patient measurements and machine treatment parameters for dosimetry planning and calculations accurately.
Acquires CT datasets for patient positioning, contours and setup parameters.
Positions patients for treatment and verifies setup per physician prescription.
Verifies beam parameters, ancillary aids and blocking including record and verification systems on machine and the patient's computerized treatment plan, before initiation of radiation beam.
Maintains accurate records of daily treatments and other records as required.
Detects unsatisfactory setup, resolves and reports to physician and physics in a timely manner.
Ensures that verification images are obtained at appropriate intervals.
Recognizes the need for adjustments in ports when comparing simulation films and portal films.
Acquires CT data sets for patient contours and setup parameters.
Performs daily QA on linear accelerators, simulator and CT to verify accurate output of designated parameters.
Reports erratic operation of equipment to physics.
Verifies operation of emergency shut offs and interlocks.
Reports any discrepancies to physics.
Participates or provides assistance with in-vivo dosimetry measurements and special dosimetry.
Maintains professional development and professional certification and works towards enhancement of professional development.
Attends department in-services/conferences and meetings.
Keeps abreast of new technology in the field and assist in the development of new techniques, participates in research projects or educational demonstrations.
Communicates effectively and respectfully with patients, family, medical staff, care team members, supervisors and outside contacts in a timely manner to facilitate effective treatment.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Associate's degree or required certification.
  JRCERT approved school of Radiation Therapy.
• Experience: Less than one year as a staff therapist in a radiation therapy department with experience in linear accelerators and patient simulation.
• Other Credentials: AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider, Radiation Therapist - Reg

Knowledge and Skills

• Special Training: Ability to operate equipment with minimal supervision. Simulator, CT-simulation, computerized linear accelerators.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequent physical demands include: Sitting , Walking , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Keyboard use/repetitive motion.
• Occasional physical demands include: Standing , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation.
• Continuous physical demands include: Pinching/fine motor activities , Taste or Smell , Talk or Hear.

Sensory Requirements

• Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing.

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks

• Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Radiation , Dust/Particulate Matter

Benefits

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
• Sick Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program