Senior Radiation Therapist - Part-time

Under general supervision but according to established procedures, treats patients with prescribed doses of ionizing radiation using specialized radiation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patients' treatment charts for prescription, monitor units, prescribed dose, and setup parameters to accurately deliver radiation therapy.
• Maintains a caring, supportive atmosphere for patients, visitors, medical staff, and coworkers.
• Delivers radiation treatment according to written prescription and treatment plan.
• Ensures safety and patient care through consistent practice of departmental procedures for treatment administration.
• Recognizes deviations from prescribed treatment delivery and reports them to the chief therapist/physicist.
• Ensures quality of treatment delivery through complete and accurate documentation of treatment records.
• Explains treatment procedures to patients and/or family; refers medical questions to appropriate personnel.
• Performs all required treatment procedures as needed.
• Assumes responsibility for quality assurance of treatment machines under the direction of the medical physicist and department manager.
• Produces electronic portal images/imaging as scheduled and adjusts treatment fields as indicated.
• Completes the daily treatment schedule and maintains accurate records, including billing information and codes.
• Attends chart rounds and/or QI meetings as directed by the Chief Therapist.
• Provides on-call support for emergency patient treatments, including rotating weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM).
• Supports the Chief Radiation Therapist in daily operations to ensure an organized schedule.
• Helps train and supervise less experienced radiation therapy staff.
• Participates in the RQI program at GBMC hospital.
• Demonstrates GBMC values: Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Teamwork, Ethical Behavior, and Results.

Requirements

• Completion of a 2-year training program in radiation therapy.
• Registered in radiation therapy by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Licensed by the State of Maryland.
• Heart Saver (CPR Certification).
• 5+ years of experience in Radiation Therapy.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of equipment operations, radiation physics, radiobiology, anatomy and physiology, quality assurance, and patient care techniques.

Pay

Pay Range: $37.72 - $67.89 per hour. Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience, and alignment with organizational needs.