Radiation Therapist

Responsibilities

Delivers and records radiation therapy treatments under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist; Works closely with the medical team to review images and port films for patient set ups, selection of treatment devices and verification; Performs daily quality assurance (QA) on equipment prior to treatment. Recognizes equipment malfunctions, troubleshoots, initiates appropriate corrective measures, and reports irregularities; Enters and maintains patient treatment parameters in electronic medical records; Maintains patient appointment schedule and ensures proper charge capture for treatments; Performs conventional and computed tomography (CT) simulation in preparation for patient treatment; cuts blocks, makes custom immobilization, and completes monitor unit (MU) calculations in absence of Dosimetrist or Physicist; Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique; Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures; Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards

Requirements

Associate's Degree in Radiation Therapy Required; Registered & Certified as a Radiation Therapy Technologist by the ARRT or Deemed Registry Eligible & able to sit for the Radiation Therapy Certification Exam; Valid CPR Certification – BLS; Knowledge of treatment planning and treatment techniques; Knowledge of record and verify system, radiation oncology equipment and electronic medical record systems; Knowledge and ability to learn and apply complex radiation therapy principles; Ability to adapt to various instrumentation and adjusting techniques; Competent with general radiation equipment; Intermediate computer skills and knowledge of electronic health records; Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with physicians, staff, patients and their families; Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus: $10,000; Relocation Assistance: Up to $5,000; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; 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