Radiation Therapist - Per Diem

Responsibilities

Administers Radiation Therapy treatments in compliance with physician prescription and treatment plan; Is able to reproduce setup in the treatment room as indicated in treatment chart utilizing appropriate positioning aides; Maintains visual and audible contact with patients at all times; Reports all errors to the Supervisor, Radiation Oncology; Reports all pertinent information regarding patient care to supervisor, Radiation Oncology; Maintains accurate treatment records; Accurately records any variation in the daily treatment in the IMPAC management system (electronic chart); Assures the proper billing and statistics are done with each patient treatment; Assures that dose addition is accurate on a daily basis; Assists the physician in localizing tumor volumes using radiographic techniques; Measures and records parameters for reproducibility of setup; Performs planning CT's that are to the exact specification directed by the physician; Utilizes treatment aides or immobilization devices per Radiation Oncology; Creates an electronic patient chart according to Radiation Oncology standards and current practice/procedure; Utilizes "OBI" (On Board Imaging) for imaging and field size verification; Computes dose calculations utilizing treatment parameters and data according to departmental standards for emergency patients; Interprets computer plans and adapts them for usage in the treatment room; Performs and records daily and weekly QA machine checks; Observes and reports any malfunction or operational problem to the Service Engineer or Supervisor; Assures that checks are being done as scheduled per departmental and state requirements; Participates in the early morning warm-up program; Assists in the orientation and education of patients regarding treatments and side effects; Reinforces Radiation Oncologist and nurse’s advice regarding side effects; Reports any unusual side effects to Nursing and/or Radiation Oncologist; Facilitates patient and family participation in self-care based on age and disease; Refers patients to Nursing and/or Radiation Oncologist if problem is identified; Explains procedure to be performed to patient; Instructs and supervises Radiation Therapy students while training at facility; Instructs students on the safe usage of equipment according to departmental standards and procedures; Supervises students at ALL times during treatment setup and simulation; Evaluates students on performance in a timely fashion as requested by Education Director; Assures a safe, clean and sanitary environment for patients and personnel; Routinely cleans patient treatment area; Routinely cleans patient positioning supplies; Appearance and uniform comply with departmental standard

Requirements

ARRT registry-eligible or ARRT license; IDNS license; BLS Certified; Radiation Oncology Certificate and/or Associates degree in Radiation Therapy Technology; Developing ability to work as a team player; Developing ability to work with ill patients and families in an empathetic fashion; Computer knowledge; Heavy lifting of equipment and patients; Must be able to lift 20lbs. repeatedly; Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance; Standard precautions for dealing with body substances and hazardous materials; Standard precautions for radiation safety as per IDNS

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance