Therapist-Radiation

Job Summary

Performs procedures/treatments according to radiation oncology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiation Oncology principles/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Administers appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Experience

• Recent experience as a Radiation Therapist.

Education

• Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with current registry in Therapy (ARRT)(T) or new graduate who is waiting to take the registry.
• Proof of registry (by primary source) must be available within 60 calendar days of graduation.
• Must also possess State License if required by state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.

Special Skills

• Basic computer literacy skills.

Licensure

• ARRT(R) certification.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• New graduate who will obtain required registry within 60 days of hire.
• State license as required.